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Kanavou T, Mastorakos DP, Mastorakos PD, Faliakou EC, Athanasiou A. Imaging of the Reconstructed Breast. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:3186. [PMID: 37892007 PMCID: PMC10605380 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13203186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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The incidence of breast cancer and, therefore, the need for breast reconstruction are expected to increase. The many reconstructive options available and the changing aspects of the field make this a complex area of plastic surgery, requiring knowledge and expertise. Two major types of breast reconstruction can be distinguished: breast implants and autologous flaps. Both present advantages and disadvantages. Autologous fat grafting is also commonly used. MRI is the modality of choice for evaluating breast reconstruction. Knowledge of the type of reconstruction is preferable to provide the maximum amount of pertinent information and avoid false positives. Early complications include seroma, hematoma, and infection. Late complications depend on the type of reconstruction. Implant rupture and implant capsular contracture are frequently encountered. Depending on the implant type, specific MRI signs can be depicted. In the case of myocutaneous flap, fat necrosis, fibrosis, and vascular compromise represent the most common complications. Late cancer recurrence is much less common. Rarely reported late complications include breast-implant-associated large cell anaplastic lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) and, recently described and even rarer, breast-implant-associated squamous cell carcinoma (BIA-SCC). In this review article, the various types of breast reconstruction will be presented, with emphasis on pertinent imaging findings and complications.
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- 2nd Breast Surgery Unit, Mitera Hospital, 15123 Athens, Greece
- Athens Breast Clinic, 11527 Athens, Greece
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- 2nd Breast Surgery Unit, Mitera Hospital, 15123 Athens, Greece
- Athens Breast Clinic, 11527 Athens, Greece
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Ajler P, Davila EZG, Plou P, Casto F, Christiansen S, Boccalatte LA, Larrañaga J. Multidisciplinary approach to anaplastic and metastatic meningioma: A case report and review of the literature. Surg Neurol Int 2023; 14:230. [PMID: 37560559 PMCID: PMC10408638 DOI: 10.25259/sni_222_2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Meningiomas are slow-growing neoplasms, accounting for 20% of all primary intracranial neoplasms and 25% of all intraspinal tumors. Atypical and anaplastic meningiomas are infrequent, representing fewer than 5% of all meningiomas. Unusually, they can show aggressive behavior, and extracranial metastases are extremely rare, representing approximately 0.1% of all reported cases. CASE DESCRIPTION Fifty-six-year-old male patient diagnosed with atypical basal frontal meningioma with multiple resections, both endoscopic endonasal and transcranial. After hypofractionated radiosurgery, the patient showed new tumor recurrence associated to right cervical level II ganglionic metastasis. We opted for complete resection of the meningioma and reconstruction with anterior rectus abdominis muscle flap, as well as selective cervical ganglionectomy. Anatomical pathology showed neoplastic proliferation of meningothelial cells in syncytial cytoplasm, oval or spherical nuclei with slight anisocariosis and hyperchromasia, and intranuclear vacuoles, all compatible with anaplastic meningioma. CONCLUSION Due to a lack of consensus on how to treat a metastatic malignant meningioma, this pathology requires a multidisciplinary approach, and treatment needs to be adapted to each particular case. Complete resection of the lesion is the primary goal, and this requires complex procedures involving endocranial as well as extracranial surgeries, which result in composite defects difficult to resolve. Microvascular free flaps are considered the gold standard in reconstructions of large skull base defects, with high success rates and few complications.
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- Pablo Ajler
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Pathological Anatomy, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Kejner AE, Lee BJ, Pipkorn P. Lateral Skull Base and Auricular Reconstruction. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 2023:S0030-6665(23)00073-7. [PMID: 37258407 DOI: 10.1016/j.otc.2023.04.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Reconstruction of the lateral temporal bone with adequate functional and cosmetic outcomes depends on a multidisciplinary approach including the head and neck surgeon, reconstructive surgeon, neurotologist, and anaplastologist. Approaching the defect includes consideration of the location, tissue type, function, and patient/tumor characteristics. Anatomic limitations due to prior therapy also play an important role in reconstructive choices. Here, we review contemporary literature regarding the reconstruction of this complex region.
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- Alexandra E Kejner
- Division of Head & Neck Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, 135 Rutledge Avenue MSC 550, Charleston, SC 29436, USA.
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- Division of Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, MUSC 135 Rutledge Avenue MSC 550, Charleston, SC 29436, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 South Euclid Avenue, Campus Box 8115, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA
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Reece MK, Langenfeld TL, Pak KY, Wax MK, Tan K, Slijepcevic A, Petrisor D, Alwani M, Johnson RM, Ducic Y, Kadakia SP. Impact of smoking on donor site following rectus flap harvest for head and neck reconstruction. Am J Otolaryngol 2023; 44:103847. [PMID: 36989752 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2023.103847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The rectus abdominis myocutaneous free flap has been widely used as a reconstructive option in head and neck reconstruction with great success. Challenging the popular assumption, this study sought to examine the effects of smoking on donor site complications in this population. METHODS Multi-institution retrospective study of 103 patients (50 active smokers, 28 former and 25 never smoked). RESULTS Overall complication rate was 14.5 %. Hernia rate 4.8 %, evisceration 0 %, dehiscence 2.9 %, infection 6.7 %. Smoking history did not significantlly influence complication rates (chi square test, p = 0.33). Abdominal wall closure technique also did not influence the complication rate (chi square test, p = 0.58). CONCLUSIONS The rectus abdomonis myocutaneous free flap has an acceptable complication rate that does not appear to be influenced by smoking history. While patients should be counseled regarding smoking cessation, smoking habits should not delay treatment nor obviate consideration of rectus flap utilization.
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- Mac Kenzie Reece
- Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Dayton, OH, United States of America.
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- Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, OH, United States of America.
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- Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Los Angeles, CA, United States of America
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Oregon Health Science University, Portland, OR, United States of America.
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Oregon Health Science University, Portland, OR, United States of America.
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC, United States of America.
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- Department of Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery, Oregon Health Science University, Portland, OR, United States of America.
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, United States of America
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, United States of America
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- Otolarygology and Facial Plastic Surgery Assoc., Forth Worth, TX, United States of America
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, 30 E Apple St, Suite 2200, 45409, Dayton, OH, United States of America.
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Sorotos M, Firmani G, Schiavone L, Ricci A, Santanelli di Pompeo F. EFFECTS OF DIEP FLAP-BASED BREAST RECONSTRUCTION ON RESPIRATORY FUNCTION. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2023; 81:99-104. [PMID: 37130446 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2023.02.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2022] [Revised: 02/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND Breast reconstruction (BR) is an essential part of breast cancer treatment, and the DIEP flap is considered the gold standard reconstruction technique, which uses a free abdominal flap. Concerns have been raised regarding the effects of abdominoplasty on respiratory functions. This topic has not been addressed regarding donor-site closure of DIEP flaps. Our aim is to prospectively compare preoperative and postoperative spirometry in patients undergoing DIEP flap-based BR, investigating its impact on respiratory function. MATERIALS AND METHODS We enrolled 21 patients who received BR with DIEP flap in our institution, who underwent pulmonary function assessment by spirometry 1 month preoperatively and 1 year postoperatively. We assessed Forced Expiratory Volume in the first second (FEV1), Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), FEV1/FVC ratio, and Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF). Statistical analysis was performed using the paired samples test. RESULTS An improvement in the mean values of all 4 variables was found at 1 year from surgery. Namely, FEV1 improved by 0.1 L with a standard deviation (SD) of 0.39 L, FVC by 0.04 L with SD of 0.627, FEV1/FVC by 2.11 L with SD of 7.85 L, and PEF by 1.2 L with SD of 1.45 L. Only PEF was statistically significant [P = 0.001]. CONCLUSION Our results suggest that DIEP flap BR does not negatively impact respiratory function. Although further knowledge is required, we confirm the possibility of considering the indication for abdominoplasty and DIEP flap reconstruction in patients with altered and reduced pulmonary function.
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- Michail Sorotos
- Chair of Plastic Surgery, NESMOS Department, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome - Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035-1039, 00189 Rome, Italy
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- Chair of Plastic Surgery, NESMOS Department, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome - Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035-1039, 00189 Rome, Italy
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- Chair of Plastic Surgery, NESMOS Department, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome - Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035-1039, 00189 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Division of Respiratory Diseases, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Chair of Plastic Surgery, NESMOS Department, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome - Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035-1039, 00189 Rome, Italy.
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Nguyen DH, Rochlin DH, Deptula PL, Zak Y, Dua M, Wapnir IL. A Novel Fat-Augmented Omentum-Based Construct for Unilateral and Bilateral Free-Flap Breast Reconstruction in Underweight and Normal Weight Women Receiving Nipple or Skin-Sparing Mastectomies. Ann Surg Oncol 2022; 30:3048-3057. [PMID: 36567386 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-022-12975-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Autologous tissue has proven advantages, however it is often not an option for women of low or normal body mass index (BMI). Omentum has been used sparingly, typically as a pedicled flap to correct breast deformities, but is considered suboptimal for full breast reconstruction. We developed a new construct, the omental fat-augmented free flap (O-FAFF) as an alternative for breast reconstruction. METHODS O-FAFF involves laparoscopic omentum harvesting, creation of an acellular dermal matrix shell for its encasement, and lipoinjection to augment volume. The gastroepiploic vessels are microsurgically anastomosed to internal mammary vessels. Tissue and O-FAFF construct weights as well as outcomes are reported. RESULTS Thirty-four consecutive women (50 breasts) received O-FAFF breast reconstruction after 18 unilateral and 16 bilateral mastectomies (10 non-nipple-sparing, 40 nipple-sparing). Thirty-seven were immediate and 13 were revisions of previous breast reconstructions. Patient mean age was 48.2 (range 23-73) years and mean BMI was 22.3 (range 17.6-32.4) kg/m2. Mean follow-up was 14.8 (range 3-33) months. The median weight of the omentum was 161.7 g (range 81-852, interquartile range [IQR] 102) and the mean ratio of fat to omentum weight was 0.73 (range 0.22-1.38) and 1.97 (range 0.24-3.8) for unilateral and bilateral cases, respectively. Postoperative pain scores and oral morphine equivalent consumption were more favorable for the O-FAFF group compared with controls (p < 0.001). Follow-up breast MRI demonstrated intact perfusion and no fat necrosis. CONCLUSIONS The O-FAFF is ideally suited for women of lower BMI and could dramatically increase the number of women who are candidates for autologous breast reconstruction.
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- Dung H Nguyen
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA.
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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Deptula P, Zak Y, Dua M, Wapnir I, Nguyen D. Minimizing Postoperative Pain in Autologous Breast Reconstruction With the Omental Fat-Augmented Free Flap. Ann Plast Surg 2022; 88:S374-S378. [PMID: 35180753 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000003084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The omental fat-augmented free flap (O-FAFF) is a recently developed technique for autologous breast reconstruction. Our aim of the study is to evaluate the outcomes of our early case series. We assess the O-FAFF donor site morbidity in terms of postoperative pain, narcotic, and antiemetic use. METHODS A retrospective analysis of patients undergoing O-FAFF from 2019 to 2021 was performed. Patients were evaluated for demographic data, operative time, hospital course, and complications. Mean pain scores (1-10 scale) and narcotic pain medication use in oral morphine equivalents and doses of antiemetic medications during their hospital course were analyzed. We compared outcomes of our O-FAFF group with those of a control group of patients who underwent breast reconstruction with traditional free abdominal tissue transfer. RESULTS A total of 14 patients underwent O-FAFF breast reconstruction, representing 23 breasts. Patients had an average age of 48.5 years (±2.3 years) and body mass index of 22.6 kg/m 2 (±1.09 kg/m 2 ). Average follow-up was 232 days (±51 days). Average mastectomy weight was 245.6 g (±30.2 g) and average O-FAFF weight was 271 g (±31.7 g). Average pain scores on postoperative day 1 (POD1), POD2, and POD3 were 3.1 (±0.28), 2.8 (±0.21), and 2.1 (±0.35), respectively. The average narcotic use by patients in oral morphine equivalents on POD1, POD2, and POD3 are 24.3 (±5.5), 21.9 (±4.6), and 6.2 (±2.4), respectively. Total narcotic use during hospital stay was 79.4 mg (±11.1 mg). Average pain scores and narcotic use are significantly lower when compared with a previously published cohort of patients who underwent autologous breast reconstruction with free abdominal tissue transfer ( P < 0.05). Average antiemetic use was lower in the O-FAFF group compared with the control group: 3.5 versus 4.8 doses ( P = 0.6). Hospital length of stay was 3.0 days (±0.0 days). No complications were noted (0%). Patients were universally satisfied with their reconstructive outcome (100%). CONCLUSIONS The O-FAFF is proven to be a viable method of autologous breast reconstruction. Early series of patients undergoing O-FAFF reconstruction suggest a lower donor site morbidity as demonstrated by lower postoperative pain scores and lower consumptions of narcotic pain medications.
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- Peter Deptula
- From the Department of Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA
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Park JW, Lee H, Jeon BJ, Pyon JK, Mun GH. Assessment of the risk of bulge/hernia formation after abdomen-based microsurgical breast reconstruction with the aid of preoperative computed tomographic angiography-derived morphometric measurements. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2020; 73:1665-1674. [PMID: 32522519 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2020.05.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2019] [Revised: 09/28/2019] [Accepted: 05/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND No preoperative risk assessment tool is available to predict postoperative bulge formation after abdomen-based breast reconstruction. The authors evaluated the association between clinical variables and morphometric measurements on preoperative computed tomographic (CT) angiography and postoperative abdominal wall morbidity. METHODS The authors evaluated all cases of postoperative bulge/hernia and normal controls in patients who underwent preoperative CT angiography and abdomen-based microsurgical breast reconstruction between July 2009 and January 2018. CT-based abdominal wall profiles, including abdominal wall protrusion, abdominopelvic cavity cross-sectional area (CSA), and abdominopelvic cavity-to-total body CSA ratio, were obtained and analyzed. A novel risk stratification scoring system to stratify the risk of bulge/hernia was developed. RESULTS Among 463 patients who underwent abdomen-based breast reconstruction, 23 were diagnosed as having a bulge/hernia. Age (OR 2.912; 95% CI 1.157-7.333), lateral row perforator (OR 5.065; 95% CI 1.834-13.986), and abdominal wall protrusion (OR 3.687; 95% CI 1.494-9.100) were significant risk factors associated with postoperative bulge/hernia in the multivariate analysis. Using the risk stratification scoring system, the incidence rates of postoperative bulge/hernia were 1.7%, 4.8%, and 19.0% for low-, intermediate-, and high-risk patients, respectively (p<0.001). CONCLUSIONS Age, lateral row perforator, and abdominal wall protrusion were significantly associated with postoperative bulge/hernia formation after abdomen-based microsurgical breast reconstruction. The authors' risk score based on the three variables may help predict and minimize donor-site morbidity.
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- Jin-Woo Park
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital, College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, 1071, Anyangcheon-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul 07985, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 81 Irwon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 81 Irwon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 81 Irwon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 81 Irwon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06351, Republic of Korea.
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Yoon JS, Oh J, Chung MS, Ahn HC. The island-type pedicled TRAM flap: Improvement of the aesthetic outcomes of breast reconstruction. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2020; 73:1060-1067. [PMID: 32147287 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2020.01.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2019] [Revised: 12/17/2019] [Accepted: 01/05/2020] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND The pedicled transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap (TRAM) remains an effective and widely-used method for breast reconstruction despite well-documented donor-site morbidity. We present the island-type pedicled TRAM flap as a way to obtain better and more reliable outcomes in breast reconstruction. METHODS A retrospective chart review of patients who underwent breast reconstruction with an island-type pedicled TRAM flap was performed. Patient demographics and complications were reviewed. In the island-type pedicled TRAM flap, we transversely resected the upper ipsilateral rectus muscle surrounding the origin of the superior epigastric vessels, preserving only a 1-cm muscle strip including the vascular pedicle to prevent epigastric bulging and inframammary fold (IMF) disruption. The flap was turned over into the ipsilateral breast pocket. The IMF was repaired except for the portion where the pedicle was placed. RESULTS From January 2013 to November 2017, 88 patients underwent surgery using the island-type pedicled TRAM flap. The etiology of the defect was breast cancer with mastectomy in 86 cases, and paraffinoma in two cases. Seventy-seven patients underwent unilateral reconstruction, and 11 patients underwent bilateral reconstruction. Minor fat necrosis occurred in eight cases. Mild inframammary or epigastric bulging was observed in five cases, and neither partial nor total flap necrosis was observed. The aesthetic outcome of the IMF was evaluated in 55 cases, and 53 cases received good overall scores. CONCLUSION Although the island-type pedicled TRAM flap is technically challenging because careful dissection and pedicle identification is required, it can provide more reliable and better aesthetic results without an increased risk of vascular compromise.
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- Jung Soo Yoon
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hanyang University Medical Center, Hanyang University College of Medicine, 222-1 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 82, Gumi-ro 173beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University Medical Center, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, 222-1, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hanyang University Medical Center, Hanyang University College of Medicine, 222-1 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Xu D, Jin ZW, Kim JH, Rodríguez-Vázquez JF, Murakami G, Hayashi S. Umbilicus and the rectus sheath: a study using human fetuses. Surg Radiol Anat 2020; 42:461-471. [PMID: 31897654 DOI: 10.1007/s00276-019-02398-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The newborn umbilicus is provided by a fibrous ring after closure with a scar at the bottom. Since it is believed to be embedded in the linea alba, a specific connection with the rectus sheath was not yet hypothesized for the umbilicus. However, there are no or few descriptions about the development and growth. METHODS We histologically examined 28 fetuses at 8-40 weeks: 6 fetuses at 8 weeks, 12 at 10-14 weeks and 10 at 31-40 weeks. RESULTS An initial rectus sheath issued a linear mesenchymal condensation toward the umbilical cord at 10-14 weeks and, an established sheath provided a fibrous band around the umbilical cord at 31-40 weeks. The rectus sheath margins made an acute turn toward the skin at the superior and lateral rims of umbilicus and dispersed into a loose tissue of the cord. In contrast, the sheath margin changed its direction gradually to the superficial side at the inferior rim and inserted at a border between the skin epidermis and a mesothelium-like covering of the cord. The developing umbilical ring contained no or few elastic fibers. CONCLUSION Instead of the underdeveloped linae alba, the rectus sheath seemed to be tightly connected with the umbilicus at birth. Rather than an expected elasticity, the rectus muscle contraction was likely to play a critical role in the closure after birth. Via the umbilical ring, the fetal rectus sheath also seemed to tightly connect with the skin at the inferior rim of umbilicus.
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- Dongyuan Xu
- Center of Morphological Experiment, Medical College of Yanbian University, Yanji, China
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- Center of Morphological Experiment, Medical College of Yanbian University, Yanji, China.
- Department of Anatomy, Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, 1800 Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, 214122, Jiangsu, China.
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- Department of Anatomy, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Korea
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- Division of Internal Medicine, Jikou-kai Clinic of Home Visit, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, International University of Health and Welfare, Narita, Japan
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Masoomi H, Fairchild B, Marques ES. Frequency and Predictors of 30-Day Surgical Site Complications in Autologous Breast Reconstruction Surgery. World J Plast Surg 2019; 8:200-207. [PMID: 31309057 PMCID: PMC6620817 DOI: 10.29252/wjps.8.2.200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Surgical site complication (SSC) is one of the known complications following autologous breast reconstruction. The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency and predictors of 30-day surgical site complications in autologous breast reconstruction. METHODS American College of Surgeons National Surgery Quality Improvement Project (ACS-NSQIP) database was used to identify patients who underwent autologous breast reconstruction during 2011-2015. Multivariate regression analysis was performed to identify independent perioperative risk factors of SSC. RESULTS Totally, 7,257 patients who underwent autologous breast reconstruction surgery were identified. The majority of the procedures were free flap (60%) versus pedicled flap (40%). The mean age was 51 years and the majority of patients were classified as American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)-II (60%) and 15% of patients had BMI>35. The overall 30-day SSC rate was 6.3%. The overall frequency of different types of SSC were superficial incisional infection (3.2%), wound dehiscence (1.8%), deep incisional infection (1.4%) and organ space infection (0.6%). BMI>35 (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]=2.38), smoking (AOR=2.0), diabetes mellitus (AOR=1.67) and hypertension (AOR=1.38) were significant risk factors of SSC. There was no association with age, ASA classification, steroid use, or reconstruction type. CONCLUSION The rate of 30-day SSC in autologous breast reconstruction was noticeable. The strongest independent risk factor for SSC in autologous breast reconstruction was BMI>35. The type of autologous breast reconstruction was not a predictive risk factor for SSC. Plastic surgeons should inform patients about their risk for SSC and optimizing these risk factors to minimize the rate of surgical site complications.
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- Hossein Masoomi
- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Houston, Texas, USA
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- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Houston, Texas, USA
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- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Houston, Texas, USA
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Spera LJ, Danforth RM, Hadad I. Incisions and reconstruction approaches for large sarcomas. Transl Gastroenterol Hepatol 2018; 3:86. [PMID: 30505973 DOI: 10.21037/tgh.2018.10.07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2018] [Accepted: 10/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Large intraabdominal, retroperitoneal, and abdominal wall sarcomas provide unique challenges in treatment due to their variable histology, potential considerable size at the time of diagnosis, and the ability to invade into critical structures. Historically, some of these tumors were considered inoperable if surgical access was limited or the consequential defect was unable to be closed primarily as reconstructive options were limited. Over time, there has been a greater understanding of the abdominal wall anatomy and mechanics, which has resulted in the development of new techniques to allow for sound oncologic resections and viable, durable options for abdominal wall reconstruction. Currently, intra-operative positioning and employment of a variety of abdominal and posterior trunk incisions have made more intraabdominal and retroperitoneal tumors accessible. Primary involvement or direct invasion of tumor into the abdominal wall is no longer prohibitive as utilization of advanced hernia repair techniques along with the application of vascularized tissue transfer have been shown to have the ability to repair large area defects involving multiple quadrants of the abdominal wall. Both local and distant free tissue transfer may be incorporated, depending on the size and location of the area needing reconstruction and what residual structures are remaining surrounding the resection bed. There is an emphasis on selecting the techniques that will be associated with the least amount of morbidity yet will restore and provide the appropriate structure and function necessary for the trunk. This review article summarizes both initial surgical incisional planning for the oncologic resection and a variety of repair options for the abdominal wall spanning the reconstructive ladder.
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- Leigh J Spera
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Jeong W, Lee S, Kim J. Meta-analysis of flap perfusion and donor site complications for breast reconstruction using pedicled versus free TRAM and DIEP flaps. Breast 2017; 38:45-51. [PMID: 29227815 DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2017.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2017] [Revised: 09/27/2017] [Accepted: 12/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) flap is an important option for breast reconstruction. Several studies have recently evaluated whether a greater number of complications result from the use of pedicled TRAM (pTRAM) flaps versus either free TRAM (fTRAM) flaps or deep inferior epigastric artery perforator (DIEP) flaps. To clarify the evidence regarding this issue, we performed an objective meta-analysis of published studies. MATERIALS AND METHODS A literature search of articles published between January 1, 1990, to January 1, 2017 was performed using the PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, and Cochrane databases. Heterogeneity was statistically analyzed, and fixed effects and random effects models were used as appropriate. RESULTS Eleven articles comparing pedicled TRAM (pTRAM) flaps with either free TRAM (fTRAM) or DIEP flaps were included. The articles evaluated a total of 3968 flaps, including 1891 pTRAM flaps, 866 fTRAM flaps, and 1211 DIEP flaps. Patients with fTRAM flaps had a significantly lower risk of fat necrosis and partial flap necrosis than those with pTRAM flaps. No difference was observed in total flap necrosis and hernia or bulge between fTRAM and pTRAM flaps. No difference was noted in flap complications between DIEP and pTRAM flaps except for hernia or bulge.. CONCLUSION Although pTRAM flaps are being replaced by fTRAM and DIEP flaps, which exhibit fewer complications related to flap ischemia and donor site morbidity, it was unclear from the literature which flap type was most beneficial regarding flap vascularity and donor site morbidity. Hence, surgeons should choose the appropriate option based on their preferences and on patient factors..
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- Woonhyeok Jeong
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University College of Medicine, Daegu, South Korea.
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University College of Medicine, Daegu, South Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dongsan Medical Center, Keimyung University College of Medicine, Daegu, South Korea
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