{"id":2178,"date":"2025-12-19T08:52:36","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T08:52:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/?page_id=2178"},"modified":"2026-10-20T14:46:48","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T14:46:48","slug":"breast-reconstruction-breast-repair","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Breast Reconstruction (Breast Repair)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_467041781\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n  <div id=\"page-header-823168143\" class=\"page-header-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"page-title dark simple-title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"page-title-inner container align-center text-center flex-row-col medium-flex-wrap\" >\n              <div class=\"title-wrapper is-xlarge flex-col\">\n          <h1 class=\"entry-title mb-0\">\n            Breast Reconstruction (Breast Repair) in Ankara, Turkey          <\/h1>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"title-content flex-col\">\n        <div class=\"title-breadcrumbs pb-half pt-half\"><\/div>      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n     \n<style>\n#page-header-823168143 .page-title-inner {\n  min-height: 150px;\n}\n#page-header-823168143 .title-overlay {\n  background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);\n}\n<\/style>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_467041781 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n  background-color: #213360;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_526927858\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-753622118\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1413206088\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<p>Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure performed to reshape the breast after breast cancer or in individuals with congenital breast tissue deficiency. While restoring physical integrity, it also supports psychological recovery by providing a natural-looking breast.<\/p>\n<p>Reconstruction can be performed in the same session as a mastectomy (breast removal) or at a later stage. Silicone implants or the patient\u2019s own tissue (autologous tissue) may be used. The method and tissue choice are determined based on the patient\u2019s overall health status and personal preferences.<\/p>\n<p>In autologous tissue reconstruction, tissue may be taken from the abdomen (TRAM, DIEP), back (latissimus dorsi), or buttock region. This approach provides a more natural feel and is often preferred in patients who have received radiotherapy. Blood supply is preserved and microvascular connections are performed under a microscope.<\/p>\n<p>The recovery timeline varies depending on the chosen technique. In addition to aesthetic restoration, nipple and areola reconstruction can also be completed after the main procedure. Breast reconstruction is an important step for both physical and emotional healing.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>What You Need to Know<\/td>\n<td>Information<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Definition<\/td>\n<td>Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure performed to recreate a breast that has been lost after mastectomy (breast removal) or trauma. It supports both aesthetic outcomes and psychological recovery.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Purpose<\/td>\n<td>To rebuild the missing breast after breast cancer treatment and help the patient regain body integrity and self-confidence.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Types of Procedures<\/td>\n<td>Implant-based reconstruction (silicone implant), autologous reconstruction using the patient\u2019s own tissue (DIEP, TRAM, LD flap), and combined approaches (tissue expander + implant).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Timing Options<\/td>\n<td>Immediate reconstruction (same session as mastectomy) and delayed reconstruction (after chemotherapy\/radiotherapy, once healing is complete).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type of Anesthesia<\/td>\n<td>Usually performed under general anesthesia.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Operation Duration<\/td>\n<td>Varies by method: 1.5\u20133 hours with implants; 4\u20138 hours with autologous tissue reconstruction.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Recovery Process<\/td>\n<td>Rest is recommended for the first 2\u20133 weeks. Swelling and bruising typically improve within 2\u20134 weeks. Recovery is longer with autologous reconstruction. Full recovery may take several months.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Risks and Complications<\/td>\n<td>Infection, wound opening, tissue loss (especially with flap techniques), implant hardening (capsular contracture), asymmetry, need for revision.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Longevity<\/td>\n<td>Reconstruction is considered long-lasting, but revision surgeries may be needed over time (especially in implant-based cases).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Eligibility Criteria<\/td>\n<td>Patients who have undergone or will undergo mastectomy, with good general health and a treatment plan (chemotherapy\/radiotherapy) evaluated appropriately.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Preoperative Preparation<\/td>\n<td>Assessment by the breast surgeon and oncoplastic team, imaging and pathology review, method planning based on body type, blood tests, smoking cessation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postoperative Care<\/td>\n<td>Drain monitoring, wound care, medical bra use, skin follow-up after radiotherapy, psychological support referral if needed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Alternative Options<\/td>\n<td>External prosthesis use (non-surgical option), nipple simulation tattooing (after reconstruction is completed).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Evaluation Process<\/td>\n<td>A personalized surgical plan is made based on skin\/tissue status, symmetry with the other breast, radiotherapy history, and the patient\u2019s expectations and preferences.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1413206088 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_526927858 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_802870039\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-226095042\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1707952922\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner dark\" style=\"background-color:#213360;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-middle\"  id=\"row-89177746\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-609778925\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover border-gorsel x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_96634267\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1-533x800.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1-533x800.webp 533w, https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1-267x400.webp 267w, https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1.webp 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_96634267 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-609778925 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -10px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1191975323\" class=\"col medium-8 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-3138064506\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong><span style=\"font-size: 110%;\">Prof. Dr. Serdar Nas\u0131r<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"font-size: 63%;\"><br \/>Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Hand Surgery<\/span><\/strong><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3138064506 {\n  font-size: 1.55rem;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-3138064506 {\n    font-size: 1.85rem;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n<p>He completed his medical education at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 and his specialty training between 1996\u20132002 at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.<\/p>\r\n<p>Between 2002\u20132009, he worked at S\u00fcleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.<\/p>\r\n<p>Since 2009, he has been working at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. He received the title of Associate Professor in 2011. In 2019, Dr. Nas\u0131r became a Professor and continues to work as a faculty member in this position.<\/p>\r\n<a href=\"\/en\/about-me\/\" class=\"button white\" style=\"border-radius:5px;\">\n\t\t<span>View More<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1191975323 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -10px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1707952922 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 30px 25px 0px 25px;\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n  border-radius: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_802870039 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_839494957\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-297970328\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1883063797\" 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href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#Does_breast_reconstruction_affect_cancer_surveillance_or_treatment\" >Does breast reconstruction affect cancer surveillance or treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#How_is_timing_decided_Immediate_vs_delayed_reconstruction\" >How is timing decided: Immediate vs. delayed reconstruction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#How_is_implant-based_silicone_breast_reconstruction_performed\" >How is implant-based (silicone) breast reconstruction performed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#Who_is_a_good_candidate_for_a_Becker_implant_option\" >Who is a good candidate for a Becker implant option?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#What_do_over-the-muscle_placement_and_newer_approaches_offer\" >What do over-the-muscle placement and newer approaches offer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#Is_breast_reconstruction_possible_using_my_own_tissue_autologous_reconstruction\" >Is breast reconstruction possible using my own tissue (autologous reconstruction)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#Why_is_the_DIEP_flap_one_of_the_most_commonly_preferred_autologous_techniques\" >Why is the DIEP flap one of the most commonly preferred autologous techniques?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#When_is_reconstruction_with_back_tissue_used\" >When is reconstruction with back tissue used?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#Which_technologies_are_used_for_safety_during_surgery\" >Which technologies are used for safety during surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#How_does_fat_grafting_improve_the_final_result\" >How does fat grafting improve the final result?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#When_is_nipple_and_areola_reconstruction_performed\" >When is nipple and areola reconstruction performed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#What_is_the_recovery_process_and_what_are_possible_complications\" >What is the recovery process and what are possible complications?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/breast-aesthetics\/breast-reconstruction-breast-repair\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Breast_Reconstruction_Breast_Repair\"><\/span>What Is Breast Reconstruction (Breast Repair)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breast reconstruction (breast repair) is a surgical procedure intended to recreate the breast in patients who have undergone mastectomy due to breast cancer or who have experienced breast loss due to congenital conditions or trauma. This can be performed using silicone implants or the patient\u2019s own tissues. Reconstruction may be planned at the same time as cancer surgery or after treatment, with the goal of improving physical appearance, body image, and overall quality of life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_breast_reconstruction_affect_cancer_surveillance_or_treatment\"><\/span>Does breast reconstruction affect cancer surveillance or treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the first and most critical questions patients ask is about safety: whether reconstruction could mask a recurrence or interfere with ongoing treatment. The reassuring reality supported by years of clinical experience and scientific research is that breast reconstruction does not increase the risk of cancer recurrence.<\/p>\n<p>With modern imaging technologies, radiologists can evaluate reconstructed breasts\u2014whether implant-based or autologous\u2014without difficulty, detecting even subtle changes behind tissue or around an implant. Reconstruction also does not prevent receiving additional therapies planned by oncologists. Chemotherapy and hormonal treatments can proceed as scheduled.<\/p>\n<p>Areas that are not negatively affected from an oncologic standpoint include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chemotherapy courses<\/li>\n<li>Radiotherapy sessions<\/li>\n<li>Hormonal therapies<\/li>\n<li>Routine mammography follow-ups<\/li>\n<li>Ultrasound screenings<\/li>\n<li>MRI imaging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_timing_decided_Immediate_vs_delayed_reconstruction\"><\/span>How is timing decided: Immediate vs. delayed reconstruction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The timing of breast reconstruction is highly individualized, and we make this decision in close coordination with your breast surgeon and medical oncologist. There are two main pathways: immediate reconstruction and delayed reconstruction. Each has its advantages and suitable patient profiles.<\/p>\n<p>Immediate reconstruction is performed during the same operation as mastectomy. The breast surgeon removes the breast tissue, and the plastic surgery team creates the new breast in the same anesthesia session. The psychological benefit can be invaluable: the patient wakes up with a breast already present, avoiding the trauma of experiencing a \u201cflat\u201d chest. This option is often preferred in early-stage cancers and when the breast skin can be preserved.<\/p>\n<p>Delayed reconstruction is performed after cancer treatments are completed. If the cancer is advanced or postoperative radiotherapy is definitely required, waiting can be the safer approach. Radiotherapy can stiffen the skin and reduce its healing capacity, so reconstructing months later\u2014after the body has recovered\u2014often lowers complication risk.<\/p>\n<p>Factors influencing timing include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cancer stage<\/li>\n<li>Need for radiotherapy<\/li>\n<li>Condition of the breast skin<\/li>\n<li>Overall health status<\/li>\n<li>Personal preferences<\/li>\n<li>Smoking history<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_implant-based_silicone_breast_reconstruction_performed\"><\/span>How is implant-based (silicone) breast reconstruction performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For patients who prefer not to use tissue from another part of the body and want a shorter operation and faster recovery, implant-based reconstruction can be an excellent option. While it shares principles with cosmetic augmentation, the technique is often more delicate in reconstruction patients. Implant reconstruction can be performed in two primary ways.<\/p>\n<p>The first is a \u201cdirect-to-implant\u201d approach. If enough breast skin is preserved during mastectomy and tissue quality is good, a permanent silicone implant can be placed immediately. This one-stage approach is practical and efficient.<\/p>\n<p>The second, and more commonly used, option involves a tissue expander. If the skin envelope is insufficient after mastectomy, we first place a deflated balloon-like expander under or over the pectoral muscle. About 3 weeks after surgery, we begin gradually filling it in the clinic with saline through a port. This is typically painless, causing only mild tightness. Over several weeks, the skin stretches safely. Once the desired volume is achieved, a second, smaller procedure replaces the expander with a permanent, soft gel implant.<\/p>\n<p>Advantages of implant-based reconstruction include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shorter operation time<\/li>\n<li>No additional donor-site scars<\/li>\n<li>Faster recovery period<\/li>\n<li>Less postoperative pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_a_good_candidate_for_a_Becker_implant_option\"><\/span>Who is a good candidate for a Becker implant option?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In some cases, we want to combine the expansion phase and the permanent implant phase into one device. This is where the \u201cBecker implant\u201d can be helpful. These implants function as both an expander and a long-term implant in a single unit. They have a silicone gel outer component and an inner chamber that can be filled.<\/p>\n<p>After surgery, the implant is gradually expanded through a small port hidden in the armpit area. Once the desired size is reached, the port can be removed under local anesthesia\u2014without a larger second operation\u2014while the implant remains permanently in place. In selected patients (especially those without radiotherapy and with good skin quality), Becker implants can reduce the burden of multiple surgeries.<\/p>\n<p>Benefits of Becker implants include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reconstruction with fewer stages<\/li>\n<li>Adjustability to the desired size<\/li>\n<li>Less overall surgical intervention<\/li>\n<li>Easier symmetry planning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1883063797 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_839494957 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_625304488\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-793017044\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1329977267\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t<div class=\"is-border\"\n\t\tstyle=\"border-color:rgb(33, 51, 96);border-radius:10px;border-width:2px 2px 2px 2px;\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-middle\"  id=\"row-1165784247\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1684321988\" class=\"col medium-8 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-3743177087\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong>Contact us to get information about treatments and create an appointment!<\/strong><\/div>\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-3743177087 {\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #213360;\n}\n#text-3743177087 > * {\n  color: #213360;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-3743177087 {\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1711393668\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner text-right\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=905330852159\" class=\"button success\" style=\"border-radius:5px;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t<span>Contact via WhatsApp<\/span>\n\t<i class=\"icon-whatsapp\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1329977267 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 30px 15px 0px 15px;\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #col-1329977267 > .col-inner {\n    padding: 30px 20px 0px 20px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_625304488 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1183795487\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1697262066\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-947498716\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_over-the-muscle_placement_and_newer_approaches_offer\"><\/span>What do over-the-muscle placement and newer approaches offer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the past, implants were placed almost always under the pectoralis (chest) muscle. This was safe, but stretching the muscle could lead to more postoperative pain. It could also cause aesthetic issues such as \u201canimation deformity,\u201d where the implant moves with the muscle during arm use or exercise.<\/p>\n<p>With advances in technique and newer approaches (including methods often described under concepts like \u201cprepectoral\u201d reconstruction), implants can now be placed on top of the muscle\u2014closer to the breast\u2019s natural plane. This is made safer by wrapping or supporting the implant with biological meshes or synthetic supports beneath the skin. Because the muscle is not disturbed, patients often experience less pain and return to arm function sooner.<\/p>\n<p>Comfort benefits of prepectoral placement include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimal postoperative pain<\/li>\n<li>Faster return to social life<\/li>\n<li>More natural breast movement<\/li>\n<li>Preservation of muscle strength<\/li>\n<li>Greater comfort during athletic activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_breast_reconstruction_possible_using_my_own_tissue_autologous_reconstruction\"><\/span>Is breast reconstruction possible using my own tissue (autologous reconstruction)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes\u2014autologous reconstruction is one of the most advanced areas of plastic surgery and can provide some of the most natural-feeling results. In this approach, we use tissue from the abdomen, back, thigh, or buttock region to rebuild the breast.<\/p>\n<p>The most appealing aspect is that the tissue is truly yours\u2014there is no sensation of a foreign body. The reconstructed breast changes more naturally with weight gain\/loss and aging. Additionally, bringing well-vascularized living tissue into a radiotherapy-damaged area can significantly improve local healing and skin quality.<\/p>\n<p>Common donor sites include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Abdomen<\/li>\n<li>Back<\/li>\n<li>Inner thigh<\/li>\n<li>Buttock region<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_the_DIEP_flap_one_of_the_most_commonly_preferred_autologous_techniques\"><\/span>Why is the DIEP flap one of the most commonly preferred autologous techniques?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For many patients who want reconstruction using their own tissue, the abdomen is the first donor site we evaluate. Many women have extra skin and fat in the abdominal area after pregnancy or weight changes. With a DIEP flap, this tissue can be used to create a natural breast while also providing a flatter abdomen\u2014somewhat like combining reconstruction with a tummy-tuck effect.<\/p>\n<p>Older approaches such as the TRAM flap transferred a portion of the abdominal muscle, which could increase the risk of hernia. With the DIEP technique, we use microsurgery to preserve abdominal muscle function. Under a microscope, we carefully dissect small blood vessels traveling between muscle fibers, taking only skin and fat while keeping the muscle intact.<\/p>\n<p>Key benefits of DIEP flap reconstruction include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Preservation of abdominal muscle function<\/li>\n<li>Minimized hernia risk<\/li>\n<li>Soft, natural breast tissue<\/li>\n<li>Improved abdominal contour<\/li>\n<li>Long-term durability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_reconstruction_with_back_tissue_used\"><\/span>When is reconstruction with back tissue used?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not every patient has enough abdominal tissue for breast creation, and prior abdominal surgeries may prevent using the abdomen. In such cases, the latissimus dorsi muscle from the back is often a strong alternative.<\/p>\n<p>We transfer this broad back muscle (with some overlying skin) to the chest through a tunnel created near the armpit. Back tissue alone may not provide enough volume, so it is frequently combined with a small implant for additional fullness. The scar on the back is typically planned to remain hidden under a bra strap line.<\/p>\n<p>Back-tissue (latissimus dorsi) reconstruction may be preferred when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Abdominal tissue is insufficient<\/li>\n<li>Prior implant attempts have failed<\/li>\n<li>The chest wall is radiotherapy-damaged<\/li>\n<li>The patient has higher-risk factors such as smoking<\/li>\n<li>The patient has undergone bariatric (weight-loss) surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-947498716 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1183795487 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_453741506\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1063319728\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div 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>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-2112721120\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-804742206\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_technologies_are_used_for_safety_during_surgery\"><\/span>Which technologies are used for safety during surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breast reconstruction\u2014especially when it includes microsurgery and tissue transfer\u2014can be technically complex. The key to success is excellent blood flow (perfusion) to the transferred or preserved tissue. Visual assessment alone may not always be enough, which is where advanced technology can help: SPY fluorescence angiography.<\/p>\n<p>During surgery, a special dye called indocyanine green (ICG) is injected through an IV line. Using infrared cameras, we observe how well blood reaches the tissue in real time. The dye lights up areas with good circulation on a monitor. If an area has weak blood supply, the surgeon can identify it immediately and adjust the plan, which can dramatically reduce postoperative wound-healing problems and tissue loss.<\/p>\n<p>Safety benefits of SPY technology include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Real-time perfusion monitoring<\/li>\n<li>Reduced risk of tissue necrosis<\/li>\n<li>Verification of vessel connections<\/li>\n<li>Safer surgical margins<\/li>\n<li>Prevention of healing complications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_fat_grafting_improve_the_final_result\"><\/span>How does fat grafting improve the final result?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fat grafting (lipofilling) has become one of the most popular and effective adjuncts in breast reconstruction. Think of it as the final brushstrokes on a painting. The main surgery creates the breast, but sometimes implant edges may be palpable, thin skin areas may remain, or minor contour irregularities can appear.<\/p>\n<p>We harvest fat via liposuction from another area (commonly the abdomen or hips), process and purify it, then inject it into the breast region. This adds volume, but also improves tissue quality. Because fat contains stem-cell-rich components, it can soften and improve radiotherapy-damaged skin, making it look and feel healthier. In implant-based reconstruction, fat grafting can act like a \u201cvelvety cover\u201d over the implant.<\/p>\n<p>Common uses of fat grafting include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enhancing upper pole\/decolletage fullness<\/li>\n<li>Camouflaging implant edges<\/li>\n<li>Improving skin quality<\/li>\n<li>Repairing radiotherapy-related damage<\/li>\n<li>Correcting asymmetries<\/li>\n<li>Refining breast contour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_nipple_and_areola_reconstruction_performed\"><\/span>When is nipple and areola reconstruction performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breast reconstruction is a process, and the final stage is often nipple and areola reconstruction. Many patients prefer a rest period after the main reconstruction. We typically plan nipple-areola reconstruction about 3\u20136 months later, once swelling resolves and the breast shape settles, making symmetry assessment clearer.<\/p>\n<p>This step is usually a minor procedure performed under local anesthesia without requiring hospitalization. Using small local skin flap techniques, we create a nipple projection. For the areola color, medical tattooing (micropigmentation) is commonly used. With 3D shading, we can create a very realistic appearance that matches the natural breast. For many patients, this stage provides the most emotional closure and sense of wholeness.<\/p>\n<p>Methods used for nipple reconstruction include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local skin flaps<\/li>\n<li>Medical tattooing<\/li>\n<li>Skin grafts<\/li>\n<li>\u201cStar\u201d or \u201cSkate\u201d flap techniques<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_recovery_process_and_what_are_possible_complications\"><\/span>What is the recovery process and what are possible complications?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like any surgery, breast reconstruction has a recovery timeline and potential risks. However, compared to the emotional and physical burden of mastectomy, many patients experience the reconstruction phase as a more hopeful, forward-looking journey.<\/p>\n<p>With implant-based reconstruction, patients often stay in the hospital for 1 night and can return to light daily activities within a few days. With autologous procedures (such as a DIEP flap), hospital stay may be 3\u20134 days, and home recovery may take 2\u20133 weeks. Early pain is typically well managed with modern medications.<\/p>\n<p>Potential bumps in the road can include infection, bleeding, delayed wound healing, or capsular contracture around an implant. With close follow-up and early intervention, most issues can be managed effectively. Strong communication and trust between patient and surgeon are essential.<\/p>\n<p>Possible complications and warning signs include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Signs of infection<\/li>\n<li>Blood collection (hematoma)<\/li>\n<li>Fluid collection (seroma)<\/li>\n<li>Capsular contracture<\/li>\n<li>Temporary sensory changes<\/li>\n<li>Scar-healing issues<\/li>\n<li>Fat necrosis nodules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Common postoperative recommendations include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Limiting arm movements in the first weeks<\/li>\n<li>Wearing a supportive medical bra<\/li>\n<li>Strictly avoiding smoking<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding heavy lifting<\/li>\n<li>Maintaining a protein-focused diet<\/li>\n<li>Not skipping follow-up visits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<div id=\"text-4138119975\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-4138119975 {\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1427316878\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1427316878-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-when-is-breast-reconstruction-performed?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1427316878-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>When is breast reconstruction performed?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1427316878-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1427316878-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>It can be performed during the same session as mastectomy (immediate reconstruction) or after cancer treatments are completed (delayed reconstruction).<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3319055860\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3319055860-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-which-methods-are-used-for-breast-repair?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3319055860-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Which methods are used for breast repair?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3319055860-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3319055860-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Breast reconstruction may be performed using silicone implants, tissue expanders, or the patient\u2019s own tissue (autologous tissue from areas such as the abdomen or back).<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1928790782\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1928790782-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-can-reconstruction-provide-an-aesthetic-appearance?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1928790782-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Can reconstruction provide an aesthetic appearance?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1928790782-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1928790782-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Yes. A natural-looking breast shape can often be achieved. To improve symmetry, procedures such as reduction, lift, or augmentation of the opposite breast may also be performed.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3901120332\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3901120332-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-does-breast-reconstruction-affect-breastfeeding?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3901120332-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Does breast reconstruction affect breastfeeding?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3901120332-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3901120332-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Breastfeeding is not possible on the operated side because the milk ducts have been removed. However, if the other breast is healthy, breastfeeding can continue with that breast.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1058561107\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1058561107-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-does-this-surgery-make-cancer-follow-up-harder?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1058561107-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Does this surgery make cancer follow-up harder?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1058561107-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1058561107-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>No. Modern reconstruction techniques do not prevent cancer surveillance. Follow-ups can be performed effectively with imaging methods such as ultrasound and MRI.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-4178030382\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-4178030382-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-is-the-recovery-process-like-after-reconstruction?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4178030382-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What is the recovery process like after reconstruction?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-4178030382-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4178030382-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Depending on the method, a recovery period of about 2\u20136 weeks is expected. Recovery may be longer with autologous tissue reconstruction.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3909797200\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3909797200-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-implant-based-reconstruction-permanent?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3909797200-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is implant-based reconstruction permanent?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3909797200-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3909797200-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Silicone implants are long-lasting, but over time issues such as deformation, capsular contracture, or wear may occur and revision surgery may be needed.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3199589565\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3199589565-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-will-there-be-scars-after-breast-repair?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3199589565-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Will there be scars after breast repair?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3199589565-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3199589565-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Yes, scars are expected. However, they are planned in less visible areas when possible, and they usually fade over time. Skin care and treatments such as laser may further reduce their visibility.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-462565721\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-462565721-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-does-breast-reconstruction-help-psychologically?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-462565721-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How does breast reconstruction help psychologically?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-462565721-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-462565721-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>It can significantly support psychological recovery after cancer by restoring body integrity, improving self-confidence, and helping patients feel whole again.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1089081481\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1089081481-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-who-may-not-be-suitable-for-breast-reconstruction?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1089081481-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Who may not be suitable for breast reconstruction?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1089081481-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1089081481-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Suitability must be carefully evaluated in people with severe comorbidities, active smokers, those still undergoing treatment, or individuals with high surgical risk.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-804742206 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1015331897 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2177,"parent":2170,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-blank.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2178","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2178","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2178"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2178\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2197,"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2178\/revisions\/2197"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2170"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2177"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2178"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}