| What is it? | Flap Reconstruction | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
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If they have had a mastectomy
Why would someone get a Diep flap?
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False
Overweight woman are a good candidate for this operation. T or F?
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4 weeks
How long do you have to wait to drive?
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Tram flap uses muscle and Diep flap uses only fat
What is the difference between Diep flap and Tram flap?
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One that is done in stages overtime.
What is a staged Deip flap?
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No wiping, no lifting or pulling more than 5lbs, no reaching behind back or waist, dont use arms to push yourself up.
Name 3 activity restrictions
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The rectus sheath
Where is the Diep flap cut from on the abdomen?
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For patients who may need post mastectomy radiation overtime
When would a staged Deip flap be useful?
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Poses a deceased risk of infection
What is the biggest benefit of the procedure versus other like procedures?
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1994
What year did the Diep flap make a true appearance?
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1-2 weeks
How long do the drains remain for?
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6-12 months
If tissue flap dies, how long do you have to wait for reconstruction?
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