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  • Oncology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Lymphedema Management

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  • Breast cancer treatment, including axillary dissection, radiation, and chemotherapy, increases the risk of postmastectomy lymphedema.
  • Lymphedema significantly impacts patients' quality of life, especially when combined with the need for breast reconstruction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a surgical approach combining autologous abdominal free flap breast reconstruction with vascularized inguinal lymph node transfer.
  • To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of this combined procedure for breast cancer patients with lymphedema.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed description of preoperative preparation, surgical technique, and postoperative management.
  • Review of patient outcomes including aesthetic results and lymphedema symptom improvement.

Main Results:

  • The combined procedure offers a single-stage solution for both breast reconstruction and lymphedema management.
  • Preliminary outcomes suggest potential for aesthetic breast restoration and improvement in lymphedema.

Conclusions:

  • Combining autologous free flap reconstruction with vascularized lymph node transfer is a viable option for breast cancer patients with lymphedema.
  • This innovative approach addresses both reconstructive and functional needs in a single operation, potentially enhancing patient outcomes.