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Reconstructive surgery helps restore the
body’s appearance and function following cancer treatment. Its goal is to help patients
regain a normal or near-normal look and improve physical function and quality of life after
surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.
The most common type of reconstructive surgery is breast reconstruction following a
mastectomy. Other examples include facial reconstruction and bladder reconstruction, which
may be required after cancer-related surgeries.
Reconstructive procedures often use tissue taken from another part of the patient’s body to
repair or rebuild the affected area. For example, head and neck cancer surgery may alter the
shape of the jawbone. In such cases, the surgeon may use bone from the leg or another area
to reconstruct the jaw, restoring both its appearance and normal function.
Reconstructive surgery plays a crucial role in comprehensive cancer care by supporting
physical recovery and emotional well-being.