Breast Reconstruction in Mallorca
Breast reconstruction following a mastectomy for breast cancer, coordinated with your oncology team. Techniques include implants, DIEP flaps, lipofilling, or combinations thereof. Performed by Dr. García Ceballos, who has 25 years of experience, at Quirónsalud Palmaplanas Hospital. Coverage may be available through public health insurance or private insurance.
Restoring Facial Contours After Cancer, at the Patient's Own Pace
Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure that restores the volume and shape of the breast following a total or partial mastectomy due to breast cancer. It is not merely a reconstructive procedure; it is an important part of the overall recovery—both physical and emotional—following cancer treatment.
Reconstruction can be immediate (performed during the same surgical procedure as the mastectomy) or delayed (weeks, months, or years later). The choice depends on the planned adjuvant treatment (especially radiation therapy), the type of mastectomy, and the patient’s personal timing. At Mallorca Medical Group, we coordinate this decision with your oncology team and respect the timeline each patient needs.
Female Candidates
Women who have undergone total or segmental mastectomy for breast cancer, women who have undergone prophylactic mastectomy (BRCA and other hereditary syndromes), and patients with previous reconstructions requiring revision or symmetry adjustment.
Key Decisions
| Decision | Details |
|---|---|
| Timing of Reconstruction | Immediate or delayed (depending on radiation therapy and personal circumstances) |
| Reconstructive Material | Implant, autologous tissue (DIEP), lipofilling, or a combination |
| Unilateral or bilateral reconstruction | Depending on the extent of the mastectomy |
| Contralateral symmetrization | This can be planned for a second stage |
| Areola and Nipple Reconstruction | Final phase, optional, using 3D tattooing or surgery |
A technique for every patient and every situation
Two-stage expander + implant procedure
The standard technique when radiation therapy has not been performed or is not planned. A tissue expander is placed and gradually inflated in the clinic until the desired volume is reached; in a second stage (3–6 months), it is replaced with the permanent implant.
Direct Implant
Placement of the permanent implant in a single procedure, often using an acellular dermal matrix to improve coverage. Indicated when the skin and muscle allow it and no radiation therapy is planned.
DIEP flap (autologous tissue)
A microsurgical procedure that transfers skin and fat tissue from the abdominal wall to the breast without removing any muscle. This technique produces the most natural and long-lasting results and is especially recommended for patients who have undergone radiation therapy or who prefer to avoid implants. It requires a higher level of technical expertise.
Gradual Lipofilling
Reconstruction through successive sessions of autologous fat transfer. Suitable for partial mastectomies or as a complement to other techniques. It allows for the refinement of contours and improves the quality of irradiated skin.
Hybrid reconstruction (implant + lipofilling)
Combine a small or medium implant with lipofilling to refine the contour, improve the axillary transition, and achieve a natural feel. This approach is increasingly used as a compromise between simplicity and naturalness.
Areola and Nipple Reconstruction
Final phase of reconstruction. This can be performed using 3D tattooing (an imperceptible, non-surgical technique) or through surgical reconstruction using local flaps. It is usually performed 3–6 months after the primary reconstruction.
All breast reconstruction procedures are planned in coordination with the oncology team responsible for your treatment (medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology). The decision regarding the timing and technique is always made through a multidisciplinary approach.
Postoperative Care and Timelines
- D1-3
Initial Hospitalization
1–4 nights in the hospital, depending on the procedure (DIEP requires a longer stay for flap monitoring). Drains in the reconstructed area and, in the case of DIEP, also in the abdomen.
- D5-7
Removal of drains
Gradual removal of drains during the follow-up visit. Wear a sports bra 24 hours a day. Limit arm movement to gentle motions only.
- S2-4
Partial Reinstatement
Return to light daily activities. Do not raise your arms above your head. Patients who have undergone DIEP surgery should take it easier due to the abdominal scar.
- S6-8
Progressive Active Life
Resumption of sedentary work activities. Gentle aerobic exercise. Specific physical therapy if indicated (preventive treatment for lymphedema).
- M3-6
Second half (if applicable)
In two-stage reconstructions: replacement of the expander with a permanent implant. Planning for contralateral symmetry, if applicable.
- M9-12
Final Result and Areola
Areola and nipple reconstruction (3D tattooing or surgery) as the final phase. Follow-up in conjunction with the oncology department.
Dr. José Ignacio García Ceballos
Member nº 070707779 - Official College of Doctors of the Balearic Islands
With 25 years dedicated to plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. García Ceballos is a reference in Mallorca. His training at the Royal College of Surgeons of England (MRCS I England) and in Belgium (FCCP Belgium) places him among the most internationally renowned surgeons in the Balearic Islands.
His experience in breast reconstruction encompasses all current techniques (implants, microsurgical DIEP, lipofilling, and combinations thereof), with a special focus on coordinating with oncology teams in Mallorca and respecting each patient’s emotional timeline.
It operates at Hospital Quirónsalud Palmaplanas and Hospital Quirónsalud Son Verí, the private hospital references in Palma de Mallorca.
Camí de la Vileta, 46 C, 07011 Palma de Mallorca · 971 254 686
Breast reconstruction in Mallorca for international patients
Mallorca Medical Group treats international patients who have undergone cancer treatment in their home country and wish to undergo reconstruction here. We coordinate the documentation and the reconstruction plan with their referring oncology team.
Breast reconstruction in Mallorca
Complete care in Spanish: first consultation, surgery, postoperative follow-up and reports. We coordinate the program to optimize your stay on the island.
Breast reconstruction in Mallorca
Full consultation and follow-up in English. Dr. García Ceballos trained at the Royal College of Surgeons of England and communicates fluently with international patients.
Breast reconstruction in Majorque
Consultations and follow-up available in French. Majorque is less than two hours away from the main French cities, ideal for combining intervention and convalescence in an exceptional setting.
Videoconsultation available in Spanish, English and French for patients traveling to Mallorca. The closed quotation is given in writing after the assessment. Subsequent follow-up can be done telematically.
Pricing policy and budget
Breast reconstruction following breast cancer is typically covered by public health insurance or private insurance, as it is considered reconstructive surgery. The cost for private patients depends on the technique used. The final estimate is provided after an individualized medical evaluation.
| Consultation / Service | Cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| First doctor's visit | 40 € | Personalized assessment, review of oncology reports, and reconstructive plan |
| Second Medical Opinion | €120 | Review of a previous diagnosis and alternative reconstruction plan |
| Reconstruction with an expander + implant | Depending on evaluation | Possible coverage by public health insurance or private insurance following breast cancer |
| DIEP Reconstruction (Microsurgery) | Based on evaluation | Greater technical complexity. Coverage is typically available |
| Progressive Lipofilling (per session) | Based on evaluation | Subsequent sessions of autologous fat transfer |
| Contralateral symmetrization | Based on assessment | Adjustment of the non-operated breast to achieve symmetry |
Financing is not available. The final quotation is given after the individualized medical evaluation. The prices indicated are approximate and may vary according to the clinical case.