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Please explain if it is possible for men to donate breast tissue to women who have undergone mastectomys?
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No: Perhaps a twin? But there are numerous reconstruction techniques that are well tolerated. Discuss with breast surgeon
Answered 7/27/2014
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Orthotopic tissue: transplantation is not done for breast tissue at this time.
Answered 9/29/2016
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