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Fall 2003 Vol. 4 No. 4


By Krista Clement, Librarian, Cancer Centre Southern Interior.

The following recommended materials are available at BC Cancer Agency Centre Libraries. Call 1.800.663.3333 local 2688.


BOOKS - Breast Reconstruction

    Woman's Decision: Breast Care, Treatment, & Reconstruction
    by Berger & Bostwick , 1999.
    Very extensive information including plenty of detail over many chapters. This book has detailed diagrams, many photos, and a reassuring approach for women who think they want this option. Also includes personal interviews with women who have had reconstruction.

    Unofficial Guide to Surviving Breast Cancer
    by Berg & Theriault. 1999.
    This guide is very useful for considering life without reconstruction. The chapter has some excellent information on prosthetic breast forms, the types available and their use and care.

    Show Me
    by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, 2001
    A photo collection of breast cancer survivors' lumpectomies, mastectomies, breast reconstructions and thoughts on body image.

    Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book
    by Dr Susan Love
    3rd. edition. 2000

    Intelligent Patient Guide to Breast Cancer
    by Olivotto, Gelmon, & Kuusk.
    3rd. edition. 2001

Pamphlet - Available online

VIDEOS - Breast Reconstruction

    Be A Survivor: Treatment Options for Breast Cancer

    1997. 30 min.

    Substantial information given clearly but very quickly.

    Woman to Woman: Breast Cancer and Reconstruction Options

    1998. 42 min.

    Information and discussion of reconstruction options, blended with personal accounts of the decision making process and emotional issues

    Breast Reconstruction Using TRAM

    2003.

    A new video made here in B.C. on current "TRAM flap" reconstruction procedures will be available shortly! Informs of risks, complications and follow up, and is balanced with personal interviews.

INTERNET SITES - Breast Reconstruction

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