{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/639e5d98b0e1cf00112a9357/6a3e06f389bd872840a5ac96?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Can’t Have DIEP? PAP Flap Breast Reconstruction Explained","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/639e5d98b0e1cf00112a9357/1782454166170-c23e2573-7bbd-4889-b8a7-1a3dcf739981.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>DIEP flap breast reconstruction is often the own-tissue option people hear most about. But what happens when it isn’t suitable for you?</p><p><br></p><p>Associate Professor Bish Soliman, who specialises in reconstructive plastic surgery, explains PAP flap reconstruction and where it may fit among the options available after mastectomy.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we talk about:</p><ul><li>what PAP flap reconstruction is</li><li>how it differs from DIEP</li><li>when PAP may be considered</li><li>single, bilateral and stacked PAP flaps</li><li>surgery, hospital monitoring and recovery</li><li>risks, benefits and changes to the thigh donor site</li><li>compression, scar care and returning to movement</li><li>preparing for surgery and support at home</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Care note:</strong> This episode includes discussion of mastectomy, major surgery, surgical risks and complications.</p><p><br></p><p>Read more about this episode, meet the guest and find a link to my other interview with A/Prof Bish on the <a href=\"https://www.luanlawriewoods.com.au/breast-reconstruction-podcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">dedicated Rewritten Me podcast blog page</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Where you can find Luan:</strong></p><ul><li>&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/luanlawriewoods/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></li><li>&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.luanlawriewoods.com.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Website</a></li><li>&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/luan-lawrenson-woods-5034403/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’ve found any of the content upsetting, please reach out and get help.<a href=\"https://www.bcna.org.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Breast Cancer Network Australia</a> has a free confidential helpline – 1800 500 258.<a href=\"https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Beyond Blue</a> has a range of free resources online, or you can call them 24/7 on 1300 224 636.</p><p><br></p><p><em>The information in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. For personalised medical advice you should seek a consult with a</em><a href=\"https://plasticsurgery.org.au/information-for-patients/what-does-fracs-mean/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em> FRACS qualified surgeon</em></a> or equally qualified surgeon in your country.</p><p><a href=\"https://www.luanlawriewoods.com.au/disclaimer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Please read more in our full disclaimer</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h6>CREDITS:</h6><h6><strong>Host &amp; producer: Luan Lawrenson-Woods is an award-winning women’s health advocate, speaker and host of the <em>Regarding Me</em> and <em>Rewritten Me </em>podcasts.</strong></h6>","author_name":"Luan Lawrenson-Woods"}