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Reconstructive

03 Treatments

Post-oncological defect reconstruction

Procedure details

At a glance

Post-oncological reconstruction restores a defect left after tumour treatment, prioritising oncological safety and function. Timing and method are coordinated with the treating team and may involve several stages.

01

What we discuss in consultation

  • function and structures to protect or restore
  • tissue quality, blood supply and donor site
  • timing and the possibility of staged reconstruction
02

Your treatment plan

The plan is coordinated with the underlying diagnosis and other specialties when needed. Reconstructive options, donor-site impact and required monitoring are compared.

03

Recovery and outcome

Recovery depends on defect size and technique. Wound care, protection of the reconstruction, physiotherapy and scheduled reviews may all form part of the journey.