{"id":1391,"date":"2026-03-25T08:16:45","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:16:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kishiwada.tokushukai.or.jp\/en\/departments\/breast-surgery\/breast-reconstruction-autologous-tissue\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T03:56:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T03:56:12","slug":"breast-reconstruction-autologous-tissue","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kishiwada.tokushukai.or.jp\/en\/departments\/breast-surgery\/breast-reconstruction-autologous-tissue\/","title":{"rendered":"Breast Reconstruction Using Autologous Tissue"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What we do<\/div>\n
\n Breast reconstruction using autologous tissue\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Reconstruction method<\/div>\n
\n Latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Approach<\/div>\n
\n Based on surgical extent and overall treatment planning\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n Autologous tissue breast reconstruction is an option for selected patients
\n undergoing breast cancer surgery.
\n This approach uses the patient\u2019s own tissue to restore breast volume and shape
\n as part of overall treatment planning.\n<\/p>\n

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What is autologous tissue reconstruction<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Autologous tissue reconstruction uses the patient\u2019s own muscle and fatty tissue
\n to reconstruct the breast after tumor resection or mastectomy.
\n It differs from implant-based reconstruction and may be considered
\n when sufficient tissue volume and blood supply are required.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n The latissimus dorsi flap is commonly used in cases where partial breast resection
\n involves removal of a relatively large volume of tissue.
\n It provides stable blood flow and supports reconstruction of the defect.\n <\/p>\n

\n In selected cases, an extended latissimus dorsi flap may be used after mastectomy,
\n allowing reconstruction with sufficient volume using tissue from the back and flank.\n <\/p>\n

\n The choice of reconstruction method is determined based on surgical extent,
\n planned postoperative treatment, and individual patient factors.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Considerations and limitations<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Autologous reconstruction provides a stable blood supply and can support long-term tissue viability.
\n However, it requires an additional incision at the donor site on the back,
\n which may be visible depending on clothing.\n <\/p>\n

\n Benefits and limitations are explained during consultation,
\n and reconstruction is considered when appropriate.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Reconstruction and cancer treatment<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Reconstruction is planned in coordination with cancer treatment,
\n including the need for postoperative radiation therapy.
\n In some cases, timing and method are adjusted to avoid interfering with treatment.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Appointment<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\n Appointments are required in principle.
\n A referral letter from another medical institution is recommended but not mandatory.\n <\/p>\n

\n For appointment requests and language support, please see the
\n Breast Surgery<\/a> page.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What we do Breast reconstruction using autologous tissue Reconstruction method Latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction Approach Based on surgical extent and overall treatment planning Autologous tissue breast reconstruction is an option for selected patients undergoing breast cancer surgery. This approach uses the patient\u2019s own tissue to restore breast volume and shape as part of overall treatment […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":445,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1391","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t