What is the typical duration of a breast reconstruction procedure using AFT (autologous fat transfer) and BRAVA?

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RogerKhouriMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified) ) - 04 / 10 / 2012

In the non-radiated breast, 4 months if the reconstruction is started at the time of the mastectomy, 6-7 months if the reconstruction is started after the mastectomy

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