| Description |
1 online resource (ix, 229 pages) |
| Contents |
Acknowledgments; Introduction; Ch01. Modern Breast Surgery and Reconstruction; Ch02. Making the Decision; Ch03. Mastectomy: What to Expect; Ch04. A Veteran's Story: Lumpectomy; Ch05. Reconstruction with Tissue; Ch06. Medical Destinations; Ch07. Silicone Implants; Ch08. Saline Implants; Ch09. Flat or One-Breasted; Ch10. Uneven Results; Ch11. Delayed Reconstruction; Ch12. The Nipple: The Ultimate Challenge; Ch13. Revisionists; Ch14. Sex and Intimacy; Ch15. Lymphedema; Ch16. Arab Culture; Ch17. Money and Insurance; Ch18. Clothing and Breast Forms; Ch19. Doctor Selection Issues |
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Ch20. PrevivorsCh21. Family; Ch22. Pregnancy; Ch23. Wrapping It Up; Notes; Glossary; Bibliography; Index; About the Author and Photographer |
| Summary |
Breast cancer surgery and reconstruction offer more choices than ever for women to treat breast cancer. But looking back, women who have been through it often say they wish they knew more. Blending powerful insights from survivors with mental, emotional, and health perspectives, the authors provide a powerful resource for women and their loved ones |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record and CIP data provided by publisher; resource not viewed |
| Subject |
Breast -- Surgery.
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Surgery, Plastic.
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MEDICAL -- Gynecology & Obstetrics.
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Breast -- Surgery
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Surgery, Plastic
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| Genre/Form |
Anecdotes
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Anecdotes.
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Anecdotes.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Galligan, Kathleen, photographer
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| LC no. |
2021676964 |
| ISBN |
9781442242630 |
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1442242639 |
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