Latissimus Flap
Latissimus flap breast reconstruction uses muscle and tissue from the upper back to reconstruct the breast. An implant may be used during this procedure to ensure that the reconstructed breast is symmetrical. This results in a natural-looking breast. Some scaring on will occur on the back, but can usually be hidden in the patient’s bra line.
After a Latissimus Flap reconstruction, the patient will have a hospital stay and resume daily activity within two to three weeks.
Tissue Flap Surgery
A Latissimus Flap breast reconstruction is one type of tissue flap surgery. During other types of flap surgery, tissue from the abdomen, upper hip, or buttocks is used instead of tissue from the upper back. The reconstructed breast can be made from the tissue or from the tissue and an implant.
“I was diagnosed with breast cancer and was in a state of disbelief that it was happening to me. Dr. Madry was part of a fabulous team all working at Advocated Good Shepard in Barrington. I absolutely love the results and loved being under his care. He’s soft-spoken, has a good almost quiet sense of humor, and answers all your questions. Would I go back to him again? Yes, in a heartbeat! He’s a great surgeon.” – VP