Learn about the latest trends in using acellular dermal grafts for oncological breast reconstructive surgery in this informative interview featuring PSC News host Lindsay Hall and Dr. Scott Spear, M.D., chief of plastic surgery at Georgetown Univeristy Hospital. Dr. Spear is at the forefront of oncological reconstructive surgery, and in this 5-minute clip he shares his expertise and experience with acellular dermal grafts, a procedure that can reduce pain and produce aesthetic results more quickly with reconstructive breast surgery. He also explains the benefits and drawbacks of this these skin grafts, as well as the amazing rate of success. Click the video screen to watch now!
Acellular Dermal Grafts for Breast Reconstruction – Video Feature
Tags: acellular dermal grafts, breast reconstruction, Dr. Scott Spear, oncological reconstructive surgery, Patient Education, reconstructive breast surgery, reconstructive surgery
Posted on April 17th, 2009
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Cosmetic Guru responded:
Great post. Breast reconstruction can take a very long time for recovery. Make sure you have a friend that will help you through it!