Woman Undergoes Groundbreaking Breast Reconstruction Surgery
A woman from West London has become the first person in the UK to receive an innovative type of breast reconstruction surgery, saying the procedure has helped her "feel whole again." Tanya Tanna, 56, from South Ruislip, underwent the operation after being diagnosed with breast cancer and having a mastectomy. A group of London surgeons developed and carried out the minimally invasive keyhole procedure, which promotes faster recovery and lowers the risk of hernia. They described it as "a significant breakthrough in cancer surgery." "After this complex surgery, lasting eight hours, I was expecting a large amount of pain," said Tanya. Tanya said.