Filed in archive Breast Cancer by Florence Cardinal on December 24, 2007

An article in the Ivanhoe Newswire tells us:

"Breast cancer patients who opt for reconstructive surgery following a mastectomy may be able to see better results, thanks to a new technology involving stem cells."

The article goes on to explain:

"These cells, which have the ability to turn into other types of cells in the body, are then transplanted into the breast, where they take on the properties of typical breast tissue cells."

In Science Daily, J. Peter Rubin, M.D., assistant professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, has this to say about surgical methods of breast reconstruction:

"The surgical options for breast reconstruction involve either the use of implants or a procedure whereby fat tissue taken from another part of the body is shaped into the form of a breast. Neither is ideal nor without risk."

The use of stem cells for breast reconstruction may improve this surgery because of the stem cell's ability to develop into different specialized cell types.

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Response from: medical doctor (08/06/08 9:43pm)

This is promising information and a welcome helpful alternative for those who are opting for the surgery.

Response from: Girl (08/09/08 5:42pm)

does it mean that this can be a way of breast enlargement?
i would try it))

Response from: murat (08/10/08 6:10pm)

thank you
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Response from: MyHopeChest (08/29/08 10:15am)

The purpose of the My Hope Chest Breast Reconstruction Fund is to help restore self-esteem and dignity to breast cancer/mastectomy survivors by facilitating breast reconstruction surgery for those who do not have adequate financial means to afford such surgery. We work with plastic reconstructive surgeons all over the country to provide the FINAL STEP in breast cancer recovery.

Response from: women online shop (09/12/08 7:44am)

I love this information, thanks.

Response from: hair loss (11/11/08 7:15am)

Very good article provided here. Hope it will help others too..keep posting such kinda stuff

Response from: Ajlouny (12/25/08 3:25am)

Breast cancer is devastating, so this information is awesome for those who suffer from the changes in their life due to this illness.