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This study introduces a one-stage breast reconstruction technique using the contralateral breast as a donor site. While complications occurred, the breast-sharing method offered satisfactory aesthetic outcomes for patients needing breast symmetry.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Oncology
  • Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Established breast reconstruction methods often require contralateral breast reduction for symmetry.
  • The Marshall technique, a one-stage, autologous, non-microsurgical approach, utilizes perforator flaps for breast sharing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the first case series of one-stage mammarian reconstruction using the breast-sharing technique.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of autologous non-microsurgical breast reconstruction utilizing contralateral breast tissue.

Main Methods:

  • Seven patients undergoing simple mastectomy and delayed breast reconstruction were included.
  • All patients had oncological screening of the donor breast to rule out pathology.
  • The breast-sharing technique was performed between June 2011 and January 2014.
Keywords:
AutologousBreast reconstructionBreast sharingPerforator flap

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Main Results:

  • One patient (14%) experienced major complications (flap loss) due to venous congestion.
  • Four patients (57%) had minor complications with minimal impact on the final outcome.
  • Functional and aesthetic results were highly satisfactory, with one patient needing lipofilling for volume enhancement.

Conclusions:

  • The breast-sharing technique is a viable option for one-stage breast reconstruction, particularly for patients with hypertrophic and ptotic breasts.
  • Despite potential complications, the method yields good aesthetic results and has shown no oncological recurrences in follow-up.
  • This approach offers an alternative reconstructive strategy utilizing autologous tissue from the contralateral breast.