Implants aren't your only option after mastectomy. The DIEP flap rebuilds your breast using your own tissue - natural feel, no future replacements, no implant risks. Dr. Castillo brings this fellowship-trained microsurgery to South Texas. Results may vary. #DIEPflap

From surgery types to recovery, these questions can help guide your next conversation about breast reconstruction with your plastic surgeon. bit.ly/48Z0kGP

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Okay it’s actually a silicone earplug and the added benefit is that it’s softened the scarring too! Highly recommend for #diepflap or #tummytuck

ICG-Guided Perforator Selection in DIEP Flap Surgery ICG use in DIEP flap breast reconstruction improves perforator selection, achieving 100% flap survival and an 8% fat necrosis rate.

Using ICG to Streamline Perforator Selection in DIEP Flap Reconstruction: Retrospective cohort study of outcomes in our first one hundred flaps

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Going to bed without any bandages or compression wear for the first time since April 2. I thought this day might never come! #diepflap #dmx #foobs 🎉