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Perioperative Outcomes of the Modified Oncoplastic Lift and Lymphatic Excision and Reconstruction (MOLLER) Technique
Anshumi Desai1,2,3, Gabriel De la Cruz Ku4, Alexis R Narvaez-Rojas5,6
1University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA.
Background And Objectives:
Oncoplastic breast surgery integrates oncologic resection with reconstructive techniques to optimize both tumor control and aesthetic outcomes. The Modified Oncoplastic Lift and Lymphatic Excision and Reconstruction (MOLLER) technique is a reconstructive approach incorporating lymphatic preservation principles while aiming to preserve breast contour. However, perioperative outcomes remain incompletely characterized.
Methods:
A single-center retrospective cohort study included adult women undergoing partial mastectomy or lumpectomy for malignant or benign breast conditions with the MOLLER technique (2011-2021). Primary outcomes were immediate and delayed postoperative complications; secondary outcomes were re-excision and radiation-related complications.
Results:
A total of 136 patients were included. Median follow-up was 3 years. Immediate complications were infrequent: hematoma and wound dehiscence each occurred in 3 patients (2.2%); seroma, infection, and paresthesia each in 2 (1.5%). Delayed complications were uncommon: arm lymphedema in 5 patients (3.7%); fat necrosis and breast lymphedema each in 4 (2.9%). The re-excision rate was 4.4%. Radiation-related complications were uncommon, most commonly skin discoloration (7.4%) and skin thickening (5.1%); no delayed wound healing occurred.
Conclusions:
The MOLLER technique is a safe reconstructive approach associated with low rates of postoperative complications, re-excision, and lymphedema. Its lymphatic preservation principles may be associated with reduced lymphatic morbidity. Prospective studies are warranted to validate these findings.
