Abstract: A garment for wearing post-surgery, comprising first and second panel portions constructed of an elastic material, a closure mechanism for detachably attaching the edges of the panel portions, and, an elastic support band associated with either the upper or bottom area of the panel portions. The garment may further include at least one retention strip of material associated in at least one place on the first or second panel portions. At least one retention member is adapted to removably attach to the retention strip. At least one pouch that can hold a drainage bulb, monitoring device, or other item, may also be removably attached to the retention strip. The garment may be constructed as a vest, girdle, leg sleeve, or other form.

Abstract: A brassiere garment for post-mastectomy surgery including a vest portion having a first and second cup, a front closure, a support band associated with a bottom portion of the garment, and at least one elastic strip. The garment may also include at least one removable retention member and a removable pouch.