Facing concerns with breast reconstruction, body contouring, or aesthetic enhancements?
Dr. Rachana Tataria provides advanced, evidence-based surgical solutions to help you achieve confidence, comfort, and renewed well-being.
As a leading plastic surgeon for latissimus flap in Mulund with extensive international training, Dr. Rachana Tataria specializes in Latissimus Dorsi Flap Surgery - a proven technique that uses back muscle, skin, and fat to rebuild natural-looking breasts after mastectomy.
LD flap breast reconstruction in Mulund, Mumbai offers women a reliable reconstruction option, particularly beneficial for patients who have undergone radiation therapy or require tissue coverage for implant-based reconstruction. As the best LD flap surgeon Mulund Mumbai, Dr. Tataria combines her FRCS training from the Royal College of Surgeons, UK, with specialized reconstructive expertise to deliver exceptional outcomes.
Dr. Tataria brings world-class reconstructive expertise with FRCS Plastic Surgery from Royal College of Surgeons, UK, Oncoplastic Fellowship from University Hospital Coventry, UK, and Breast Microsurgery Fellowship from University of Manchester and Bristol. Her comprehensive experience in latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction in Mulund and advanced techniques make her the preferred choice.
Ideal candidates include radiation therapy patients, those with failed implant reconstruction, women lacking adequate abdominal or thigh tissue for other flap procedures, and patients requiring partial reconstruction. Non-smokers in good overall health with adequate back tissue availability and realistic expectations are best suited.
Cost of latissimus dorsi flap surgery in Mumbai varies based on individual needs and procedure complexity. During consultation, Dr. Tataria provides transparent cost breakdown, financing options, and detailed explanation of factors affecting cost including complexity of reconstruction and simultaneous implant placement needs.
LD flap is ideal for radiation patients because it brings healthy, non-radiated tissue to the breast, reducing issues related to radiation-induced complications. The back tissue provides excellent coverage for implants and helps protect them from radiation effects, making it a reliable option when radiation therapy is involved.
Most women require an implant in addition to the LD flap to achieve adequate breast volume, as most women do not have enough fatty tissue on their back to recreate a breast using only the LD flap. The combination provides enhanced volume while the LD flap offers tissue coverage and natural feel.
Yes, LD flap can be performed as immediate reconstruction at the time of mastectomy or as delayed reconstruction months later. Dr. Tataria will assess your individual situation to determine the best timing based on your cancer treatment plan and overall health status.
Latissimus Dorsi Flap Surgery uses fat, muscle, and skin from the upper back (latissimus dorsi muscle) to rebuild the breast shape after mastectomy. The latissimus dorsi muscle is one of the largest muscles in your body, located just below your shoulder and behind your armpit.
The tissue from your back is removed and moved to the front of your chest, with the arteries and veins still attached. Since most women do not have enough fatty tissue on their back to recreate a breast using only the LD flap, an implant or tissue expander is commonly used. This provides reliable reconstruction with proven technique and excellent success rates.
LD flap offers proven technique with excellent success rates, is ideal for patients with radiation-damaged tissue, provides healthy tissue coverage for implants, and is suitable for immediate or delayed reconstruction with predictable outcomes and consistent blood supply.
LD flap can be combined with implants for optimal volume, is excellent for partial breast reconstruction, suitable for patients with limited abdominal tissue, and provides a good option for complex reconstruction cases with versatile surgical applications.
LD flap provides consistent blood supply ensuring reliable healing, brings healthy, non-radiated tissue to the breast reducing radiation-induced complications, offers natural-looking breast contour, and delivers long-lasting results with proper care.
As an expert plastic surgeon for latissimus flap in Mulund, Dr. Tataria performs this established procedure using refined surgical techniques. The surgical process involves tissue harvesting where the latissimus dorsi muscle that helps you do twisting movements, such as swinging a racquet or golf club, along with overlying skin and fat is harvested.
The procedure includes tissue transfer where muscle and tissue are rotated through a tunnel to the chest area, breast reconstruction creating natural breast mound with or without implant placement, and aesthetic refinement with careful shaping and contouring for optimal symmetry. Procedure variations include LD Flap with Implant combining back tissue with breast implant for volume, LD Flap Only using back tissue alone for smaller reconstruction, and Extended LD Flap including additional back tissue for larger reconstructions.
LD flap reconstruction typically takes 3-5 hours, depending on whether it's combined with implant placement and if bilateral reconstruction is needed. This is generally shorter than some complex microsurgical procedures.
The combined approach offers enhanced volume with LD flap providing tissue coverage while implant adds volume, radiation compatibility where healthy back tissue protects implant from radiation effects, natural feel with muscle coverage, and improved aesthetics with better breast shape than implant alone.
While there may be some temporary weakness, most patients adapt well. The body compensates using other back muscles, and functional impact is typically minimal. With proper rehabilitation and physical therapy, most patients regain normal function.
Implant options include saline or silicone gel implants, various sizes and profiles to match patient goals, placement under the LD muscle for natural feel, and coordinated sizing for optimal symmetry. Dr. Tataria will discuss the best option for your specific needs.
You'll have a scar on your back and on the reconstructed breast. Dr. Tataria uses advanced techniques to minimize scarring and optimize healing. Although the skin on your back usually has a slightly different color than chest skin, the results typically heal very well.
Real Results from LD Flap Reconstruction
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Recovery from latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction in Mulund typically takes 6-8 weeks, with comprehensive support throughout your healing process. The recovery timeline includes Week 1-2 for initial healing with hospital stay of 3-5 days for monitoring, pain management and wound care for both chest and back, and limited arm movement on the surgery side.
Week 3-4 involves progressive recovery with gradual increase in arm mobility with physical therapy, follow-up appointments for progress assessment, and continued incision care and scar management. Week 5-8 includes return to activities with 4-6 weeks recovery before returning to work, gradual return to normal arm function, and long-term follow-up care and monitoring.
Back donor site recovery includes back incision healing that typically progresses well, some temporary tightness or pulling sensation, gradual return of normal back flexibility, and minimal long-term functional impact for most patients.
LD flap is better for radiation patients compared to DIEP flap, offers more predictable results for complex cases, provides tissue coverage for implants with better results in radiated tissue, and delivers more natural feel and appearance than implant-only reconstruction.
Dr. Tataria provides personalized treatment plans for each patient, comprehensive pre and post-operative support, focus on natural symmetric breast restoration, and compassionate care throughout the reconstruction journey with dedicated follow-up and monitoring.
Take the first step toward breast reconstruction with Mumbai's leading latissimus dorsi flap specialist. Dr. Rachana Tataria combines international training with personalized, compassionate care. Cost of latissimus dorsi flap surgery in Mumbai varies based on individual needs and procedure complexity. During your consultation with the best LD flap surgeon Mulund Mumbai, you'll receive comprehensive evaluation and expert guidance.
Dr. Rachana Tataria ensures a thorough consultation to address all concerns, discuss realistic outcomes, and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals.