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  • Patient expectations significantly impact surgical outcomes.
  • The role of expectations in breast reconstruction remains under-researched.
  • This study addresses the gap by analyzing expectations in implant-based breast reconstruction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct the first large-scale analysis and classification of BREAST-Q Expectations scores.
  • To understand patient expectations in the context of implant-based breast reconstruction.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 298 patients undergoing postmastectomy implant-based reconstruction (2012-2021).
  • Utilized the BREAST-Q Expectations module for preoperative data collection.
  • Categorized scores into optimistic, neutral, and pessimistic based on distribution analysis.

Main Results:

  • Most patients exhibited optimistic expectations regarding medical teams, coping, appearance, self-feelings, and sexuality.
  • Conversely, expectations related to pain and recovery were overwhelmingly pessimistic.
  • Common comorbidities included obesity and diabetes; a majority had a psychiatric diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Preoperative expectations in implant-based breast reconstruction are generally optimistic, with notable pessimism concerning pain and recovery.
  • Findings underscore the necessity for enhanced preoperative patient education and counseling.
  • Further investigation into the link between preoperative expectations and postoperative outcomes is warranted.