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Breast reconstruction
Breast reconstruction with your own tissue (DIEP)
A new breast made from your own tissue, connected microsurgically.
Suitable for
- Women after breast removal due to breast cancer
- Also possible for slim patients after individual consultation
Background
When breast reconstruction is an option
After a mastectomy due to breast cancer or because of a hereditary increased risk, the breast can be reconstructed. This is possible in the same operation or later, once cancer treatment has been completed.
A congenital malformation or markedly uneven breasts can also be a reason. Which procedure is suitable depends on factors such as previous radiotherapy, the available tissue and your wishes.
Your path
From your inquiry to aftercare
The same steps for every procedure. What applies specifically to this procedure is highlighted.
- Schritt 01
Your inquiry
Via the contact form, for your individual inquiry. Prof. Aung will get back to you as soon as possible.
- Schritt 02
Personal consultation
Individual consultation without time pressure. It starts with your wishes and questions.
- Schritt 03
Individual planning
The procedure is tailored to your personal circumstances, not to a standard template.
Breast reconstruction with your own tissue (DIEP) - Schritt 04
Information & decision
The process, risks and alternatives are discussed calmly. You make the decision.
- Schritt 05
Your procedure
At one of the three surgery locations, minimally invasive wherever possible.
Breast reconstruction with your own tissue (DIEP)- Skin and fatty tissue from the lower abdomen are removed together with their blood vessels (DIEP flap).
- Under the microscope, these vessels are connected to vessels in the breast area.
- The tissue is shaped to match the other side.
- A nipple reconstruction is possible later in a minor procedure.
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Aftercare
Scheduled check-ups, tailored to your procedure.
Breast reconstruction with your own tissue (DIEP)
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Patient story
What patients say
Questions
Frequently asked questionsGood to know
Can both sides be reconstructed at the same time?
Separate operations are recommended.
When is the procedure possible after radiotherapy?
At the earliest one year after the last radiotherapy session.
Wer meldet sich nach meiner Anfrage?
Prof. Aung will get back to you as soon as possible.
Übernimmt die Krankenkasse die Kosten?
That depends on the type of procedure. During the consultation we always discuss what kind of procedure it is and whether it can be covered by health insurance.
Wo wird operiert?
At three hospitals: Kliniken Am Goldenen Steig in Freyung, Klinik am Isar Park in Plattling and Klinikum Weiden.
Wie lange falle ich nach der Operation aus?
That depends on the procedure. Each procedure page lists the operating time and length of stay.
Request a
Questions about this procedure?
Personal replyAs soon as possible
Individual consultationNo time pressure
Open, honest and without pressureIn a calm and respectful setting