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Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction
Published on: May 17, 2024
[Postmastectomy breast reconstruction--outcome on 33 consecutive cases]
Laura Curic1, B Azzena, F Bassetto
1Spitalul Clinic de Urgenţe Sf. Ioan Iaşi, Clinica de Chirurgie Plastică si Microchirurgie Reconstructivă, Universitatea de Medicină si Farmacie Gr.T. Popa Iaşi.
Summary
Postmastectomy breast reconstruction using expander and implant techniques shows excellent outcomes. This method for breast cancer patients offers high success rates with minimal complications and great cosmetic results.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Context:
- Postmastectomy breast reconstruction is increasingly accepted due to surgical advancements, improved prosthetics, and informed patients.
- Breast cancer treatment often necessitates mastectomy, highlighting the need for effective reconstruction options.
Purpose:
- To review the outcomes of breast reconstruction in patients who have undergone mastectomy for breast cancer.
- To evaluate the effectiveness and complication rates of different breast reconstruction methods.
Summary:
- A retrospective review of 33 patients undergoing breast reconstruction post-mastectomy was conducted.
- The majority (90.9%) received prosthesis-based reconstruction, with immediate reconstruction being preferred.
- Low morbidity was observed, with minor complications in 12.5% of cases (infection, hematoma, skin necrosis, device extrusion).
Impact:
- Immediate breast reconstruction with expander and implant techniques yields favorable outcomes.
- This approach demonstrates a low morbidity rate, excellent cosmetic results, and reliable, reproducible surgical procedures.