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Perspective on reconstruction after mastectomy.

Carmen Baker1, Nathalie Johnson, Joanne Nelson

  • 1Department of Surgery, Legacy Cancer Services, Oregon Health Sciences University, Good Samaritan Hospital, 1130 NW 22nd St. No. 500, Portland, OR 97210, USA.

American Journal of Surgery
|May 30, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Most patients are satisfied after mastectomy, regardless of reconstruction, if decisions are informed and expectations realistic. Surgeons should offer reconstruction to all women, considering age-related differences.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Patient Outcomes

Background:

  • Evaluating factors influencing reconstruction decisions post-mastectomy.
  • Assessing patient satisfaction with chosen surgical path.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Identify key factors influencing patient choices regarding breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
  • Determine patient satisfaction levels with their decisions.

Main Methods:

  • Survey distributed to 819 patients who underwent mastectomy between 1994-1998.
  • Analysis of questionnaire responses from 408 patients (50% response rate).

Main Results:

  • High satisfaction reported: 92% of those without reconstruction and 89% with reconstruction.

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  • Age was a significant factor for patients not offered reconstruction (64% were ≥60 years).
  • Dissatisfaction stemmed from unmet cosmetic, sensory, or functional expectations.

    • Conclusions:

    • Informed decisions with realistic expectations lead to good adjustment in ~90% of patients, irrespective of reconstruction.
    • Reconstruction should be offered to all ages, acknowledging older patients may be less likely to pursue it.
    • Patient age influences reconstruction decisions and completion rates.