Show Notes
It’s important to decide what reconstruction is right for you at the time. However, over time things can change, such as life priorities, work commitments and childcare responsibilities. So too can the results of your reconstruction.
Kylie Lynch had multiple surgeries to achieve a bilateral implant-based reconstruction following her diagnosis of invasive mucinous and ductal carcinoma with extensive lymphovascular invasion. Seven years later Kylie had an autologous ‘flap’ reconstruction because the long-term effects of radiotherapy had caused capsular contracture around one of her implants.
Luan talks to Kylie about why she chose DIEP, what she took into consideration when choosing a plastic surgeon and how she got over the ‘DIEP blues’.
Luan and Kylie also talk about: · Why Kylie chose implants initially · What tissue expanders felt like · Being ‘triggered’ by her DIEP · Her recovery from DIEP · Plans for revision surgery · The bonding power of support groups · Kylie’s advocacy work
Links for this podcast: · Kylie’s website · YPink, is at Mater, Sydney · Read about DIEP*
*You can also read about TRAM, which is the surgery Kylie refers to when she talks about muscle and mesh being used in other types of 'flap' procedures.
Where you can find Luan: Instagram Website LinkedIn
If you’ve found any of the content upsetting, please reach out and get help. Breast Cancer Network Australia has a free confidential helpline – 1800 500 258. Beyond Blue has a range of free resources online, or you can call them 24/7 on 1300 224 636.
In this podcast Luan and Kylie talk about their personal experiences. They don’t recommend any surgeon, practice and/or procedure or treatment. The information in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. For personalised medical advice you should seek a consult with a FRACS qualified surgeon.
Post-production ‘shine’ by Paddy @ Goosing Sounds Ltd (UK) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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