11 Mar 2024 Arkansas marks first sensation-restoring procedure for Breast Cancer surgeries
LITTLE ROCK — On March 11, Arkansas marked the first use of Resensation®, an innovative breast cancer surgical procedure designed to restore sensation after mastectomy. Together, Eric Wright, M.D., a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Yara Robertson, M.D., CARTI’s medical director of surgery and breast surgical oncologist, performed this procedure.
“Losing one or both breasts is a life-changing event that can significantly impact a woman’s sense of self,” said Dr. Eric Wright. “This procedure is designed to help women feel more like themselves after breast reconstruction surgery.”
With the advancement of the Resensation procedure, numbness no longer has to be the accepted norm. Specialty-trained Resensation surgeons can now use an allograft nerve to reconnect cut nerves in the chest so they can heal over time and potentially restore feeling for patients.
“CARTI is dedicated to offering women the resources and support they need for informed decision-making throughout their breast cancer journeys,” said Dr. Yara Robertson. “We want to ensure they have a clear understanding of their choices, including access to promising procedures like Resensation that could enhance their quality of life.”
Every year, more than 90,000 women in the U.S. have one or both breasts removed for breast cancer treatment or risk reduction. Peer-reviewed studies show that up to 60% of these patients experience persistent breast numbness, an outcome often associated with a decreased quality of life and reduced sexual function.
About Wright Plastic Surgery
Wright Plastic Surgery, led by Dr. Eric J. Wright, is a premier cosmetic and reconstructive surgery practice located in Little Rock, Ark. With a focus on personalized care and advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Wright and his team are dedicated to delivering transformative results that enhance both aesthetics and functionality for their patients. Services offered include face and body rejuvenation, breast enhancement surgeries, migraine surgery and more. For more information, visit drwrightplasticsurgery.com.
About CARTI
CARTI is a not-for-profit, multidisciplinary cancer care provider offering leading-edge medical, radiation and surgical oncology, interventional radiology, as well as an array of specialty services, including audiology, breast care, cancer genetics and risk management, dental care, imaging, urology and more. With 18 locations across the state and Arkansas’ only cancer-focused surgery center, CARTI makes trusted cancer care accessible for every patient it serves through compassion, innovation and purpose. For more information, visit CARTI.com.
