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Boudry T, Maisonnette Escot Y, Pluvy I, Feuvrier D, Houvenaeghel G, Ramanah R. [RECOMA study: Evaluation of quality of life and satisfaction after immediate or delayed breast reconstruction]. GYNECOLOGIE, OBSTETRIQUE, FERTILITE & SENOLOGIE 2024; 52:517-523. [PMID: 38513889 DOI: 10.1016/j.gofs.2024.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Revised: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Breast reconstruction after mastectomy, whether immediate or delayed, is an integral part of the overall management of breast cancer. However, up to 40 % of reconstructed patients are not satisfied with the aesthetic result. The primary objective of the study was to evaluate satisfaction and quality of life according to the reconstruction techniques used in our center. The secondary objectives were to identify the parameters that could influence satisfaction and quality of life after surgery, to list the main complications, and the number of operations required to consider the reconstruction process as completed. METHOD A retrospective monocentric study, RECOMA, was carried out at the CHRU Minjoz in Besançon. All patients who underwent immediate or delayed breast reconstruction between 2010 and 2021 were contacted by post or e-mail and asked to complete the standardized BREAST-Q postoperative module. RESULTS Of 508 patients contacted, 149 were included. Reconstructed patients reported satisfaction, but also "average" quality of physical and psychological sexual life. Only the surgeon's assessment was rated as "good". There was no significant difference in satisfaction and quality of life depending on the reconstruction method chosen. On the other hand, patients who underwent nipple areolar complex (NAC) reconstruction had a significantly higher psychic quality of life score (P=0.02). In addition, a significant decrease in physical satisfaction was observed over time(P=0.049). An average of 2.4 operations was required to consider breast reconstruction complete. CONCLUSION In our opinion, breast reconstruction is an essential procedure to be considered as soon as the indication for mastectomy is given, but it is a process that requires the patient to be prepared for a result that may be weaker than expected, may require several operations, and may be complicated.
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- Thibaud Boudry
- Département de chirurgie gynécologie et obstétrique, centre hospitalier universitaire Jean-Minjoz, université de Franche-Comté, 3, boulevard Alexander-Fleming, 25030 Besançon cedex, France.
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- Département de chirurgie gynécologie et obstétrique, centre hospitalier universitaire Jean-Minjoz, université de Franche-Comté, 3, boulevard Alexander-Fleming, 25030 Besançon cedex, France
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- Département de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologique, chirurgie plastique, esthétique et reconstructrice, chirurgie de la main, centre hospitalier universitaire Jean-Minjoz, université de Franche-Comté, 3, boulevard Alexander-Fleming, 25030 Besançon cedex, France; Unité de recherche Nanomedicine Lab, Imagery & Therapeutics EA4662, université de Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, 16, route de Gray, 25030 Besançon, France
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- Département de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologique, chirurgie plastique, esthétique et reconstructrice, chirurgie de la main, centre hospitalier universitaire Jean-Minjoz, université de Franche-Comté, 3, boulevard Alexander-Fleming, 25030 Besançon cedex, France
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- Institut Paoli Calmettes & CRCM, 232, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France; Faculté de médecine Timone, université Aix-Marseille, 27, boulevard Jean-Moulin, 13005 Marseille, France
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- Département de chirurgie gynécologie et obstétrique, centre hospitalier universitaire Jean-Minjoz, université de Franche-Comté, 3, boulevard Alexander-Fleming, 25030 Besançon cedex, France; Unité de recherche Nanomedicine Lab, Imagery & Therapeutics EA4662, université de Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, 16, route de Gray, 25030 Besançon, France
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De Luca A, Amabile MI, Frusone F, Tripodi D, Costanzo ML, La Torre G, Marcasciano M, Lo Torto F, Monti M, Vergine M, Ribuffo D. Breast cancer patients' postoperative outcomes in nipple-sparing mastectomy and reconstruction with subpectoral implant placement: a single center experience. Gland Surg 2024; 13:1164-1177. [PMID: 39175697 PMCID: PMC11336787 DOI: 10.21037/gs-24-58] [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: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 08/24/2024]
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Background The continuous increase in the rate of nipple sparing mastectomy (NSM), the development of several reconstructive techniques and the following introduction of acellular derma matrix (ADM) has revolutionized implant-based breast reconstruction. This study aimed to investigate postoperative complications, health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and patients' satisfaction in patients undergoing NSM and breast reconstruction with or without ADM. Methods Enrolled patients were divided into three groups: immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) with definitive implant and ADM (Group A), IBR only with definitive prosthesis (Group B), and two-stage breast reconstruction (Group C). The postoperative complications, BREAST-Q outcomes and reoperations were compared. Results A total of 105 BC patients were enrolled and a total of 139 post-mastectomy breast reconstructions were performed. Seroma was the most prevalent complication observed: 8.3% in Group A, 2.9% in Group B and 5.7% in Group C. Postoperative infection occurred in two patients of Group A (5.6%), one patient of Group B (2.9%) and one of Group C (2.9%). Group A reported larger drain volume (1,125±243.5 cc), longer drain period (13.2±2.8 days), and the lowest incidence of capsular contracture (5.6%). The BREAST-Q patient-reported outcome measures document that all patients aged ≥50 years presented a higher score in "Satisfaction with breast" (P<0.001) and "Satisfaction with outcome" domains (P<0.05). Performing a bilateral breast reconstruction was associated to higher scores in "Physical wellbeing chest domain" (P<0.05). In addition, patients in Group A and Group B reported higher score in "Satisfaction with the breast" domain (P<0.001) but only in Group B we reported a higher score in "Satisfaction with outcome" (P<0.001). Conclusions Subpectoral IBR results in manageable complications and greater personal satisfaction. The ADM could improve breast reconstruction reducing the rate of capsular contracture. The prepectoral placement of ADM could minimize complications and optimize aesthetic results.
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- Department of Public Health and Infectious Diseases, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit, Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Gabriel A, Chan V. Outcomes of Mastectomy and Immediate Reconstruction Managed with Closed-incision Negative Pressure Therapy Applied Over the Whole Breast. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2024; 12:e5809. [PMID: 38818231 PMCID: PMC11139461 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000005809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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Background Incision healing after mastectomy and immediate reconstruction can be supported with closed-incision negative pressure therapy (ciNPT). Studies have reported patients receiving postoperative care with ciNPT after breast surgery exhibited lower rates of dehiscence, infection, necrosis, and seroma, compared with standard dressings. A recent approach to ciNPT involves the application of negative pressure to the incision and a wider area of surrounding tissue. In this retrospective review, we investigated the outcomes of ciNPT using full-coverage dressings over the entire breast after mastectomy and reconstruction. Methods Patients underwent mastectomies and immediate prepectoral breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander. After surgery, patients received oral antibiotics and ciNPT with full-coverage foam dressings at -125 mm Hg. Results All 54 patients (N = 105 incisions) were women, with a mean age of 53.5 years and 29.1 kg per m2 body mass index. Common comorbidities included prior chemotherapy (31.3%) or radiation (21.6%), hypertension (14.8%), and diabetes (5.6%). Procedures included skin-reducing (34.3%), skin-sparing (7.6%), and nipple-sparing (58.1%) mastectomies. Lymph nodes were removed in 38 (36.2%) incisions. All patients were discharged home with ciNPT on postoperative day (POD) 1, and ciNPT was discontinued on POD 5-7. At POD 30, three patients developed seromas, requiring revision. Of these, one required removal of the left tissue expander. The remaining 102 incisions (97.1%) healed without complication. Conclusions Among this cohort, the use of ciNPT with full-dressing coverage of the breast incisions and surrounding soft tissue was effective in supporting incisional healing after mastectomy and immediate reconstruction.
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- Allen Gabriel
- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Lomo Linda, Calif
- AG Aesthetic Center, Vancouver, Wash
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Parmeshwar N, Barnes L, Martins D, Nicholas C, Piper M. The impact of post-mastectomy radiation timing on overall outcomes of autologous free-flap breast reconstruction. Microsurgery 2024; 44:e31091. [PMID: 37469230 DOI: 10.1002/micr.31091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Revised: 06/07/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND The optimal timing of post-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) in autologous breast reconstruction is controversial. Our study compares overall reconstructive outcomes in patients who received post-mastectomy radiation therapy either before or after the autologous flap. METHODS A single-center retrospective review was performed for patients who underwent free flap breast reconstruction and post-mastectomy radiation from January 2004 through January 2021. Demographic, intraoperative, and post-operative variables were recorded. RESULTS A total of 452 free flaps were identified, and 82 underwent PMRT. 59.8% were radiated with an expander prior to free flap surgery (PreFlap), and 40.2% flaps underwent PMRT (PostFlap). PostFlap patients were significantly younger (43.0 vs. 47.9 years, p = .016). There were no significant differences in free flap outcomes between the two cohorts including thrombosis, venous congestion, flap loss, takebacks, fat necrosis, seroma, or infection. Mastectomy skin flap necrosis was significantly higher in the PostFlap cohort (9.1% vs. 0%, p = .032), but nipple necrosis rates did not differ. There were no significant differences in number or need for revision surgeries, fat necrosis, or fat grafting between groups. However, there were significantly more total reconstructive complications, including infection and wound breakdown, experienced by the PreFlap cohort (46.9% vs. 24.2%, p = .038). CONCLUSIONS Timing of PMRT did not impact free flap outcomes, but those who had the expander radiated experienced significantly more complications overall. For the 34.7% of patients in the preFlap group who planned for autologous reconstruction form initial consultation, radiation after the flap may have improved their overall outcomes. As added complications cause delays in cancer therapy and final reconstruction, our results suggest that PMRT of the flap when possible may improve the overall experience for breast cancer patients.
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- Nisha Parmeshwar
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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Hsieh WC, Tee R, Huang YT, Kuo WL, Huang JJ. Surgical and patient-reported outcomes in an Asian female population with or without adjuvant radiotherapy after immediate free perforator flap breast reconstruction: A retrospective review. JPRAS Open 2023; 38:237-248. [PMID: 38021323 PMCID: PMC10630550 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpra.2023.09.001] [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: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background The majority of English literature has reported on the somewhat conflicted outcomes of the effect of radiotherapy on immediate breast reconstruction. However, data specifically related to patients of Asian descent has been scarce. This retrospective study aims to shed light on this topic to aid in the management of this group of patients. Methods All patients who received immediate free perforator flap-based breast reconstruction under a single surgeon over a 10-year period were included in the study. Patient characteristics, oncological and surgical data were collected. Patients were divided into post-mastectomy radiotherapy (PMRT) and non-PMRT groups. The final aesthetic outcome was assessed by a surgeon-reported outcome questionnaire. Patient satisfaction and psychological outcomes were assessed using validated patient-reported outcome (PRO) questionnaire (BREAST-Q), breast reconstruction, and postoperative module. Results A total of 101 women, with an average age of 44.7 ± 8.4 underwent perforator flap-based reconstruction. Fifteen patients received PMRT, with remaining 86 patients in the non-PMRT group. The mean duration of follow-up was over 5 years (p = 0.514). The recurrence rate was acceptable in the PMRT group (3/15, p = 0.129). There were no significant differences in complication rates between the two groups (p = 1.000). The aesthetic outcomes were comparable (p = 0.342). PRO appears to be lower in the PMRT group. Conclusions Immediate breast reconstruction with PMRT in the local patient cohort is oncologically safe, acceptable complication profile, revision rate, and aesthetic outcome. PRO showed lower scores in several categories, which differ from normative data generated in the Western population. Further studies will need to examine the confounding effects of radiation in this specific population.
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- Wei-Chuan Hsieh
- Division of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Western Health, Melbourne, Australia
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- School of Medicine, National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan
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- Division of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- Center for Tissue Engineering, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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Murray A, Francks L, Hassanein ZM, Lee R, Wilson E. Breast cancer surgical decision-making. Experiences of Non-Caucasian women globally. A qualitative systematic review. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY 2023; 49:107109. [PMID: 37866153 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2023.107109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To perform a qualitative systematic review exploring the influencing factors within the surgical decision-making (SDM) processes following a breast cancer diagnosis in non-caucasian women globally. STUDY DESIGN Qualitative systemic review following PRISMA guidelines. METHODS A comprehensive search strategy was applied to four databases. 5243 papers were screened using a composed inclusion and exclusion criteria resulting in 10 total papers to be included. These papers underwent JBI quality assessment and ConQual assessment to ensure strength in validation, reliability, and quality. RESULTS Six main overarching themes relating to SDM were determined: fear, information, patient-doctor relationship, wellbeing, external influences, and culture. All ethnicities experienced fear in one way. Misinformation was widely experienced in concordance with either a lack of education (Iranian and Ghanian women) or language barriers (immigrant populations). Trust was overarching in all patient-doctor relationships, some being overshadowed by an authoritative dynamic in Ghanian and Iranian women. Well-being, both psychological and body image was noted in all but the Ghanian and Iranian women. Every ethnicity experienced external influences involving either others, time or cost. Lastly, cultural expectations and beliefs of the doctor was present in all native or immigrant Asian communities. CONCLUSIONS The study identified several factors which were common between ethnicities, notably multifactorial fear, well-being factors, opinions and trust of others, and timing. Conversely, information availability and the nature of patient-doctor relationships varied widely between ethnicities. The study has identified some realistic and achievable focus areas for practice improvement, but also notes the challenges of changing long-established cultural norms.
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- Annabel Murray
- Nottingham Centre for Public Health and Epidemiology, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom.
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- Nottingham Centre for Public Health and Epidemiology, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom
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- Nottingham Centre for Public Health and Epidemiology, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom; Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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- Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, United Kingdom
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- Nottingham Centre for Public Health and Epidemiology, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom; Nottingham Centre for Evidence-Based Healthcare, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom; Nottingham Breast Institute, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
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Farewell JT, Perez K, Henderson S, Crook J, Hunter M, Zhang AY. Psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on breast cancer patients. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2023; 84:313-322. [PMID: 37390540 PMCID: PMC10257321 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2023.06.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The COVID-19 pandemic uniquely impacted patients with breast cancer as mastectomies were allowed to proceed, yet breast reconstruction surgeries were halted. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the rates of breast reconstruction and patients' well-being. METHODS A chart review included all patients who underwent mastectomy from December 2019 to September 2021. Patients were contacted by a member of the research team and asked to participate in a COVID-19-specific survey and to complete the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Patients were then grouped into "surge" or "nonsurge" groups based on the date of mastectomy. RESULTS Two hundred and fifty-nine patients were included in this study. During the study period, 42% (n = 111) of the patients underwent breast reconstruction. The "surge" group included 106 patients whereas the "nonsurge" group included 153 patients. Fewer patients began breast reconstruction during the surge period compared with the nonsurge period (34.0% vs. 49.0%, p = 0.017). Eighty-six patients participated in the COVID-19 survey. Forty-one percent (n = 35) of the patients felt that their care was disrupted because of COVID-19. Eighty-three patients completed the HADS survey. Overall, 16.8% and 15.7% of the respondents fell into the moderate to severe ranges for both anxiety and depression scales, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Patients with breast cancer have faced increased difficulties with access to breast reconstruction throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Our institution demonstrated decreased rates of breast reconstruction and an increase in anxiety and depression. The positive benefits of breast reconstruction cannot be overlooked when determining resource allocation in the future.
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- Jordyn T Farewell
- University of Texas Southwestern, Department of Plastic Surgery, 1801 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX, USA
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- University of Texas Southwestern, Department of Plastic Surgery, 1801 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Houston, TX, USA
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- University of Texas Southwestern, Department of Plastic Surgery, 1801 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX, USA
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- University of Texas Southwestern, Department of Plastic Surgery, 1801 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX, USA
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- University of Texas Southwestern, Department of Plastic Surgery, 1801 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX, USA.
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Zaborowski AM, Heeney A, Walsh S, Barry M, Kell MR. Immediate breast reconstruction. Br J Surg 2023; 110:1039-1042. [PMID: 36972211 DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znad064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023]
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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Sadri BS, Cunning J, Kincaid H, Standlick A, Allen L, Murphy RX. The Rates of Postmastectomy Immediate Breast Reconstruction during the Initial Months of the COVID-19 Pandemic. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2023; 11:e5193. [PMID: 37593700 PMCID: PMC10431569 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000005193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
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Background Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic-related changes may have led to changes in immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) rates. We aimed to evaluate these changes before, during, and after the initial wave of COVID-19. Methods We retrospectively reviewed women who underwent mastectomy with or without IBR from January 1 to September 30, 2019 and from January 1 to September 30, 2020, and compared demographic, clinical, and surgical variables between defined time periods. Results A total of 202 mastectomies were included. Fewer patients underwent IBR during the initial surge of COVID-19 (surge period) compared with the months before (presurge period; 38.46% versus 70.97%, P = 0.0433). When comparing the postsurge period with a year before (postsurge control), fewer patients underwent reconstruction even after the initial surge had passed (53.13% versus 81.25%, P = 0.0007). Those who underwent IBR were older than the year before (59.34 versus 53.06, P = 0.0181). The median number of postoperative visits in the postsurge period was 8.50 (interquartile range: 6-12) compared with 14 (interquartile range: 8-20.50) in the year before (P = 0.0017). The overall incidences of complications and unanticipated resource utilization were also significantly lower in the postsurge period compared with the year before [5.88% versus 30.77% (P = 0.0055), and 14.71% versus 28.85% (P = 0.0103), respectively]. Conclusions IBR rates were lower even after the initial surge than at the year before. Furthermore, during the pandemic, IBR patients were older, had fewer follow-up visits, and fewer reported complications.
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- From the Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, Pa
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- From the Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, Pa
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Qiu M, Yang H, Zhou J, Feng Y, Liu X, Zhang Q, Du Z. Short-term safety and cosmetic outcomes of endoscopic direct-to-implant breast reconstruction and simultaneous contralateral breast augmentation for breast cancer: a prospective analysis of 33 patients. World J Surg Oncol 2023; 21:201. [PMID: 37424000 DOI: 10.1186/s12957-023-03089-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND For patients with small breasts, breast-conserving surgery (BCS) and unilateral nipple-/skin-sparing mastectomy (N/SSM) with breast reconstruction may result in visible breast deformities or asymmetry, and contralateral breast augmentation often require a two-staged operation. We propose a novel endoscopic technique, direct-to-implant breast reconstruction and simultaneous contralateral breast augmentation (DTI-BR-SCBA), and report its short-term safety and cosmetic outcomes. METHODS In this prospective study, patients with early breast cancer who underwent endoscopic DTI-BR-SCBA between November 2020 and August 2022 were followed for more than 3 months to analysed short-term postoperative safety (complications and oncological safety) and cosmetic outcomes (doctor-assessed results by Ueda scale and patient-reported results by Breast-Q scale). RESULTS A total of 33 patients, including 30 treated with endoscopic prepectoral DTI-BR-SCBA, 1 with endoscopic dual-plane DTI-BR-SCBA and 2 with endoscopic subpectoral DTI-BR-SCBA, were analysed. The mean age was 39.7 ± 6.7 years. The mean operation time was 165.1 ± 36.1 min. The overall surgical complication rate was 18.2%. All complications were minor, including haemorrhage (3.0%), cured by compression haemostasis, surgical site infection (9.1%), cured by oral antibiotics, and self-healing nipple-areolar complex ischaemia (6.1%). Furthermore, rippling and implant edge visibility occurred in 6.2% of them. The outcome was graded as "Excellent" and "Good" in 87.9% and 12.1% of patients in the doctor cosmetic assessment, respectively, and patient satisfaction with breasts was significantly improved (55.0 ± 9.5 vs. 58.8 ± 7.9, P = 0.046). CONCLUSIONS The novel endoscopic DTI-BR-SCBA method may be an ideal alternative for patients with small breasts because it can improve cosmetic results with a relatively low complications rate, which makes it worthy of clinical promotion.
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- Mengxue Qiu
- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China.
- Breast Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37 Guoxue Street, WuHou District, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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Wignarajah P, Malata CM, Benson JR. Oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1176915. [PMID: 37448512 PMCID: PMC10338173 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1176915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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This article provides an overview of the principles and techniques of oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery for patients with early-stage breast cancer. Oncoplastic breast surgery (OPBS) with partial breast reconstruction is a natural evolution in the application of breast conserving surgery and permits wide surgical resection of tumours that might otherwise mandate mastectomy and whole breast reconstruction. These reconstructive techniques must be optimally selected and integrated with ablative breast surgery together with non-surgical treatments such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy that may be variably sequenced with each other. A multidisciplinary approach with shared decision-making is essential to ensure optimal clinical and patient-reported outcomes that address oncological, aesthetic, functional and psychosocial domains. Future practice of OPBS must incorporate routine audit and comprehensive evaluation of outcomes.
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- Primeera Wignarajah
- Department of Breast Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Trust, London, United Kingdom
- Department of Breast Surgery, Cambridge Breast Unit, Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Cambridge Breast Unit, Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Anglia Ruskin University School of Medicine, Cambridge/Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Cambridge Breast Unit, Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Anglia Ruskin University School of Medicine, Cambridge/Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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Barnes LL, Patterson A, Lem M, Holland MC, Lentz R, Sbitany H, Piper ML. Immediate Versus Delayed-Immediate Autologous Breast Reconstruction After Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy. Ann Plast Surg 2023; 90:432-436. [PMID: 37146309 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000003539] [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: 05/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Autologous reconstruction following nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) is either performed in a delayed-immediate fashion, with a tissue expander placed initially at the time of mastectomy and autologous reconstruction performed later, or immediately at the time of NSM. It has not been determined which method of reconstruction leads to more favorable patient outcomes and lower complication rates. METHODS We performed a retrospective chart review of all patients who underwent autologous abdomen-based free flap breast reconstruction after NSM between January 2004 and September 2021. Patients were stratified into 2 groups by timing of reconstruction (immediate and delayed-immediate). All surgical complications were analyzed. RESULTS One hundred one patients (151 breasts) underwent NSM followed by autologous abdomen-based free flap breast reconstruction during the defined time period. Fifty-nine patients (89 breasts) underwent immediate reconstruction, whereas 42 patients (62 breasts) underwent delayed-immediate reconstruction. Considering only the autologous stage of reconstruction in both groups, the immediate reconstruction group experienced significantly more delayed wound healing, wounds requiring reoperation, mastectomy skin flap necrosis, and nipple-areolar complex necrosis. Analysis of cumulative complications from all reconstructive surgeries revealed that the immediate reconstruction group still experienced significantly greater cumulative rates of mastectomy skin flap necrosis. However, the delayed-immediate reconstruction group experienced significantly greater cumulative rates of readmission, any infection, infection requiring PO antibiotics, and infection requiring IV antibiotics. CONCLUSIONS Immediate autologous breast reconstruction after NSM alleviates many issues seen with tissue expanders and delayed autologous reconstruction. Although mastectomy skin flap necrosis occurs at a significantly greater rate after immediate autologous reconstruction, it can often be managed conservatively.
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- Laura L Barnes
- From the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California, San Francisco
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- From the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California, San Francisco
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- From the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California, San Francisco
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- From the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of California, San Francisco
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Shammas RL, Gordee A, Lee HJ, Sergesketter AR, Scales CD, Hollenbeck ST, Phillips BT. Complications, Costs, and Healthcare Resource Utilization After Staged, Delayed, and Immediate Free-Flap Breast Reconstruction: A Longitudinal, Claims-Based Analysis. Ann Surg Oncol 2023; 30:2534-2549. [PMID: 36474094 PMCID: PMC9735033 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-022-12896-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of consensus detailing the optimal approach to free-flap breast reconstruction when considering immediate, delayed, or staged techniques. This study compared costs, complications, and healthcare resource utilization (HCRU) across staged, delayed, and immediate free-flap breast reconstruction. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective study using MarketScan databases to identify women who underwent mastectomies and free-flap reconstructions between 2014 and 2018. Complications, costs, and HCRU [readmission, reoperation, emergency department (ED) visits] occurring 90 days after mastectomy and 90 days after free flap were compared across immediate, delayed, and staged reconstruction. RESULTS Of 3310 women identified, 69.8% underwent immediate, 11.7% underwent delayed, and 18.5% underwent staged free-flap reconstruction. Staged reconstruction was associated with the highest rate (57.8% staged, 42.3% delayed, 32.0% immediate; p < 0.001) and adjusted relative risk [67% higher than immediate (95% CI: 49-87%; p < 0.001)] of surgical complications. Staged displayed the highest HCRU (staged 47.9%, delayed, 38.4%, immediate 25.2%; p < 0.001), with 16.5%, 30.7%, and 26.5% of staged patients experiencing readmission, reoperation, or ED visit, respectively. The adjusted probability of HCRU was 206% higher (95% CI: 156-266%; p < 0.001) for staged compared with immediate. Staged had the highest mean total cost (staged $106,443, delayed $80,667, immediate $76,756; p < 0.001) with regression demonstrating the adjusted mean cost for staged is 31% higher (95% CI: 23-39%; p < 0.001) when compared with immediate. CONCLUSIONS Staged free-flap reconstruction is associated with increased complications, costs, and HCRU, while immediate demonstrated the lowest. The potential esthetic benefits of a staged approach should be balanced with the increased risk for adverse events after surgery.
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- Ronnie L Shammas
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Duke University, Durham, NC, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Duke University, Durham, NC, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Division of Urologic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA.
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Weick L, Lunde C, Hansson E. The effect of implant loss after immediate breast reconstruction on patient satisfaction with outcome and quality of life after five years - a case-control study. J Plast Surg Hand Surg 2023; 57:263-270. [PMID: 35427208 DOI: 10.1080/2000656x.2022.2061501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Several advantages have been suggested for immediate breast reconstruction (IBR); however, there is little scientific high-quality evidence confirming those advantages. Disadvantages of IBR, compared to delayed breast reconstruction (DBR), include an increased risk for complications, such as implant loss (prevalence 5-10% vs. 1%). Little is known on how women experience implant loss and how it affects patients' long-term satisfaction and quality of life (QoL). The primary aim of our study was to compare patient satisfaction and QoL of women with implant loss after IBR, with that of women with a successful IBR. Breast-Q, Body Esteem Scale for Adults and Adolescents (BESAA) and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) were sent to women who had experienced implant loss during the last 10 years. Women of a similar age who were reconstructed, without complications, during the same period were controls. The results suggest that there might be a more permanent negative effect on satisfaction and QoL following implant loss. The proportion of possible cases of depression was higher among patients who had experienced implant loss. The findings could indicate that in patients with an elevated risk for implant loss, the possible benefits with IBR should be carefully balanced against the effects of implant loss.
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- Linn Weick
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Psychology, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Access to Breast Reconstruction in Kuwait: Assessing Surgeon-related Factors as a Barrier to Referral. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 2022; 10:e4633. [PMID: 36381485 PMCID: PMC9646627 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000004633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/08/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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UNLABELLED It is not uncommon for breast cancer patients to undergo a mastectomy without receiving or being presented with the option of having a breast reconstruction. With a low rate of breast reconstruction in Kuwait, we aim to assess physician-related factors as a barrier to referral. METHODS This is an online questionnaire-based study to investigate the variation in the referring general surgeons' knowledge and perception towards breast reconstructive surgery. RESULTS A total of 141 general surgeons responded to the questionnaire, and only 63 (44.7%) always discuss the available options for reconstruction with their breast cancer patients. When asked about referral to a plastic surgeon, only 49 (34.8%) responded with always, and the majority (N = 61; 43.3%) responded with sometimes. More than half (N = 73; 51.8%) believe that the general surgeon should determine patient suitability for referral to a plastic surgeon, while only 53 (37.6%) agree that breast cancer patients should always be referred to a plastic surgeon for consideration of reconstruction. The mean knowledge score was 6.6 of 8, while the mean perception score was 8.9 of 12. Responders with a higher total knowledge score were more likely to discuss with patients the availability of reconstruction. CONCLUSIONS Despite the acceptable knowledge scores in our general surgeons, there is a low rate of referral for breast reconstruction in Kuwait. There is a pressing need to generate legislations and a streamlined protocol for referral that facilitate access to breast reconstructive services.
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Wu Young MY, Garza RM, Chang DW. "Immediate versus delayed autologous breast reconstruction in patients undergoing post-mastectomy radiation therapy: A paradigm shift". J Surg Oncol 2022; 126:949-955. [PMID: 35796741 PMCID: PMC9796673 DOI: 10.1002/jso.27005] [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: 03/18/2022] [Revised: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND While negative impacts of radiation on breast reconstruction have been well accepted, timing of autologous breast reconstruction in the setting of postmastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) is still evolving. This study aims to address the dilemma of breast reconstruction timing in patients receiving PMRT. METHODS A retrospective chart review was performed evaluating patients who underwent PMRT and autologous breast reconstruction. Postoperative complication and revision rates were compared. RESULTS Thirty-six immediate (immediate breast reconstruction [IBR]) and 89 delayed reconstructions (delayed breast reconstruction [DBR]) were included with comparable patient characteristics between groups. Overall complication rates were not significantly different, or when separately assessing for surgical site infections, wound dehiscence, fat necrosis, or substantial volume loss. No free flaps were lost in either group. Revision rates were significantly lower in the IBR group (p = 0.02). DBR resulted in appreciably larger volumes of fat grafting to the therapeutically reconstructed breast (p = 0.01) and more contralateral mastopexies (p = 0.02). No significant difference was observed in fat necrosis excision, breast reduction, or need for secondary flap reconstruction or prosthetic use for volume loss. CONCLUSIONS IBR in the setting of PMRT does not result in higher rates of complications and requires fewer overall revisions, making it a compelling option for patients undergoing PMRT.
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- Mimi Y. Wu Young
- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of SurgeryUniversity of Chicago MedicineChicagoIllinoisUSA
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of SurgeryUniversity of Chicago MedicineChicagoIllinoisUSA
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of SurgeryUniversity of Chicago MedicineChicagoIllinoisUSA
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Haaren ERM, Spiekerman van Weezelenburg MA, Poodt IGM, Feijen MMW, Janssen A, Bastelaar J, Vissers YLJ. Influence of the sentinel node outcome analysed by one‐step nucleic acid amplification on the risk for postmastectomy radiation therapy and the scheduling of immediate breast reconstruction. J Surg Oncol 2022; 126:443-449. [DOI: 10.1002/jso.26916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Department of Surgery Zuyderland Medical Center Sittard The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery Zuyderland Medical Center Sittard The Netherlands
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Souto LRM. Invited Discussion on: The Impact of Reconstructive Modality and Postoperative Complications on Decision Regret and Patient-Reported Outcomes following Breast Reconstruction. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022; 46:661-666. [PMID: 35031824 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-021-02706-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 12/01/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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One in eight women will have a lifetime diagnosis of confirmed breast cancer, and one in three of these women will undergo a mastectomy. About half of women undergoing mastectomies will opt for some type of breast reconstruction. Breast cancer itself and breast reconstruction bring physical changes that are accompanied by psychological changes of varying degrees. The decision process about cancer treatment and whether or not to perform breast reconstruction brings suffering. In the case of choosing to perform the reconstruction, deciding when to perform it and which surgical technique to choose from among several available is quite complex, and may result in regret. The author provides a brief literature review on this subject and comments on the work carried out by Cai and Momeni, comparing data and results.Level of Evidence V This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these evidence-based medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266.
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Fitoussi A, Razzouk K, Ahsan MD, Andrews G, Rafii A. Autologous Fat Grafting as a Stand-alone Method for Immediate Breast Reconstruction After Radical Mastectomy in a Series of 15 Patients. Ann Plast Surg 2022; 88:25-31. [PMID: 34176903 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002894] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To date, breast reconstruction after mastectomy essentially uses flap- or prosthetic-based surgery. Autologous fat grafting (AFT) largely used in breast conservative surgery is considered an additional technique in breast reconstruction. The aim of this retrospective study was to report our experience of AFT as a stand-alone method for immediate breast reconstruction. PATIENTS AND METHODS Fifteen patients requiring a radical mastectomy underwent AFT for immediate reconstruction since 2014. Previous breast irradiation was not a contraindication. Procedures, complications, and cosmetic results were retrospectively analyzed. RESULTS Fifteen patients with an average age of 60.5 (43-78) years were included in this retrospective study. They had a body mass index ranging from 19 to 40. Fourteen had a mastectomy for cancer and 1 for prophylaxis. Nine received breast irradiation (7 before surgery and 2 adjuvant). A mean of 3 (2-6) AFT procedures were required to achieve total breast reconstruction. Except for the first transfer, others were performed as outpatient surgeries. Only 2 minor complications (1 hematoma and 1 abscess) not impairing results were reported. The results after a mean follow-up of 26 months were considered by the patients and surgeon as highly satisfactory even in previously irradiated breast, as assessed using a qualitative scoring analysis. CONCLUSIONS Autologous fat grafting as a stand-alone method for immediate breast reconstruction after radical mastectomy is a safe procedure with very consistent results even for patients requiring radiation therapy.
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- Department of Medical Education, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Education City, Qatar Foundation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Medical Education, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Education City, Qatar Foundation, Doha, Qatar
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Naoum GE, Ho AY, Shui A, Salama L, Goldberg S, Arafat W, Winograd J, Colwell A, Smith BL, Taghian AG. Risk of Developing Breast Reconstruction Complications: A Machine-Learning Nomogram for Individualized Risk Estimation with and without Postmastectomy Radiation Therapy. Plast Reconstr Surg 2022; 149:1e-12e. [PMID: 34758003 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000008635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to create a nomogram using machine learning models predicting risk of breast reconstruction complications with or without postmastectomy radiation therapy. METHODS Between 1997 and 2017, 1617 breast cancer patients undergoing mastectomy and breast reconstruction were analyzed. Those with autologous, tissue expander/implant, and single-stage direct-to-implant reconstruction were included. Postmastectomy radiation therapy was delivered either with three-dimensional conformal photon or proton therapy. Complication endpoints were defined based on surgical reintervention operative notes as infection/necrosis requiring débridement. For implant-based patients, complications were defined as capsular contracture requiring capsulotomy and implant failure. For each complication endpoint, least absolute shrinkage and selection operator-penalized regression was used to select the subset of predictors associated with the smallest prediction error from 10-fold cross-validation. Nomograms were built using the least absolute shrinkage and selection operator-selected predictors, and internal validation using cross-validation was performed. RESULTS Median follow-up was 6.6 years. Among 1617 patients, 23 percent underwent autologous reconstruction, 39 percent underwent direct-to-implant reconstruction, and 37 percent underwent tissue expander/implant reconstruction. Among 759 patients who received postmastectomy radiation therapy, 8.3 percent received proton-therapy to the chest wall and nodes and 43 percent received chest wall boost. Internal validation for each model showed an area under the receiver operating characteristic curve of 73 percent for infection, 75 percent for capsular contracture, 76 percent for absolute implant failure, and 68 percent for overall implant failure. Periareolar incisions and complete implant muscle coverage were found to be important predictors for infection and capsular contracture, respectively. In a multivariable analysis, we found that protons compared to no postmastectomy radiation therapy significantly increased capsular contracture risk (OR, 15.3; p < 0.001). This was higher than the effect of photons with electron boost versus no postmastectomy radiation therapy (OR, 2.5; p = 0.01). CONCLUSION Using machine learning, these nomograms provided prediction of postmastectomy breast reconstruction complications with and without radiation therapy. CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Risk, III.
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- George E Naoum
- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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- From the Departments of Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Surgery and the Biostatistics Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; and Department of Clinical Oncology, Alexandria University
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DeCesaris CM, Mossahebi S, Jatczak J, Rao AD, Zhu M, Mishra MV, Nichols E. Outcomes of and treatment planning considerations for a hybrid technique delivering proton pencil-beam scanning radiation to women with metal-containing tissue expanders undergoing post-mastectomy radiation. Radiother Oncol 2021; 164:289-298. [PMID: 34280402 DOI: 10.1016/j.radonc.2021.07.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2021] [Revised: 07/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Following mastectomy, immediate breast reconstruction often involves the use of temporary tissue expanders (TEs). TEs contain metallic ports (MPs), which complicate proton pencil-beam scanning (PBS) planning. A technique was implemented for delivering PBS post-mastectomy radiation (PMRT) to patients with TEs and MPs. METHODS A protocol utilizing a hybrid single- and multi-field optimization (SFO, MFO) technique was developed. Plans were robustly optimized using a Monte Carlo algorithm. A CTV_eval structure including chest wall (CW) and regional nodal (RNI) targets and excluding the TE was evaluated. Organ at risk (OAR) dosimetry and acute toxicities were analyzed. RESULTS Twenty-nine women were treated with this technique. A 2-field SFO technique was used superior and inferior to the MP, with a 3 or 4-field MFO technique used at the level of the MP. Virtual blocks were utilized so that beams did not travel through the MP. A port-to-CW distance of 1 cm was required. Patients underwent daily image-guidance to ensure the port remained within a 0.5 cm internal planning volume (ITV). Median RT dose to CTV_eval was 50.4 Gy (45.0-50.4). Median 95% CTV_eval coverage was 99.5% (95-100). Optically stimulated luminescent dosimeter (OSLD) readings were available for 8 patients and correlated to the dose measurements in the treatment planning system (TPS); median OSLD ratio was 0.99 (range, 0.93-1.02). CONCLUSIONS Delivering PMRT with PBS for women with metal-containing TEs using a hybrid SFO/MFO technique is feasible, reproducible, and achieves excellent dose distributions. Specialized planning and image-guidance techniques are required to safely utilize this treatment in the clinic.
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- Cristina M DeCesaris
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, United States.
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- Division of Physics, Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, United States
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- Maryland Proton Treatment Center, Baltimore, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Inova Schar Cancer Institute, Fairfax, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University, Atlanta, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, United States
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, United States
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A Study on Breast Reconstruction in a Developing Country: A Comprehensive Evaluation of the Techniques and Oncologic Outcomes. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 84:512-517. [PMID: 31800564 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND Breast cancer, with an incidence of 33.2 per 100,000 in Iranian population, is considered as the most common cancer in Iranian women. Nowadays, with the increasing survival rates, breast reconstruction has been integrated into surgical techniques of breast cancer treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the current status of breast reconstruction in Iranian population. PATIENTS AND METHODS This retrospective study was conducted in Imam Hospital between January 2008 and June 2018. All the patients underwent breast reconstruction surgery. The trend of reconstruction and complication rates were 2 major outcomes. Logistic regression model was used to predict complications. Student t test was used to compare means. RESULTS Fifty-five patients underwent 60 autologous breast reconstruction surgeries and 152 patients underwent 193 prosthesis-based reconstruction surgeries. Most of cases were invasive ductal carcinoma ± ductal carcinoma in situ (126 cases, 68%). Among 253 surgeries in 207 patients, 98 cases (38.7%) were 2-stage implant, 91 (36.0%) were 1-stage implant, 3 (1.2%) were acellular dermal matrix + prosthesis, 31 (12.2%) were pedicled transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap, 25 (9.8%) were latissimus dorsi flap ± prosthesis, and 4 (15.8%) were latissimus dorsi flap. Among prosthesis-based reconstructions, chemotherapy could predict the occurrence of complications (odds ratio, 2.87; 95% CI, 1.07-7.68), whereas none of these factors could predict the occurrence of complications in autologous reconstructions. The most prevalent complication was seroma formation (48.5% of all complications). Overall complication rates (including major and minor) were higher among autologous reconstructions compared with prosthesis-based reconstructions (45.8% and 21.1%, respectively, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The trend of breast reconstruction is changing in Islamic Republic of Iran as a developing country. Implant-based reconstruction has surpassed autologous reconstructions in recent years. In terms of complications, we observed higher rates among autologous reconstructions.
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Zhang SL, Song J, Wang YR, Guo YJ, Zhao JZ, Sun L, Huang LT, Ma JT, Han CB. Short-term outcomes and safety of radiotherapy for immediate breast reconstruction with autologous flap transfer following breast-conserving surgery. BMC Cancer 2021; 21:214. [PMID: 33653297 PMCID: PMC7923603 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-021-07915-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The outcomes of immediate autologous breast reconstruction (IABR) after partial mastectomy followed by postoperative radiotherapy (RT) in terms of aesthetics, treatment-related complications, and local control are unclear. In this study, we evaluated the efficacy of IABR after partial mastectomy with or without breast RT, and thus the impact of radiation on autologous flap transfer. METHOD A retrospective cohort study involving consecutive breast cancer patients who underwent IABR after partial mastectomy between July 2011 and December 2017 at Shengjing Hospital was performed. Patients were divided into two groups based on whether or not they received RT after IABR. We compared aesthetic outcomes and changes in the flap size over the three-dimensional coordinates at various timepoints (pre-RT, 1, 6, and 12 months post-RT), as well as postoperative complications, survival, and recurrence rates between the two groups. RESULTS In total, 84 breast cancer patients were enrolled, with 32 patients in the RT group and 52 in the non-RT group. At a median follow-up time of 33.3 months, no significant difference was found in the rate of regional recurrence between the two groups (3.13% vs. 3.85%, P = 1.00), and no local recurrences occurred in either group. At the timepoints pre-RT, 1, and 6 months post-RT (approximately 4, 7, and 12 months after IABR, respectively), 77 (91.7%), 70 (83.3%), and 83 (98.8%) patients, respectively, had achieved very good or good cosmetic outcomes, and only changes in breast skin color at 1 month after RT significantly differed between the RT and non-RT groups, with very good or good cosmetic result rates of 62.5% vs. 96.2%, respectively (P < 0.001). No significant difference in the reduction of flap size was observed at any timepoint between the two groups. There were no significant differences between the two groups in the rates of postoperative complications including necrosis of the flap, infection, hematoma, or seroma (all P > 0.05). Additionally, no grade 3 or greater RT-associated adverse events occurred during or after RT. CONCLUSION RT following IABR provides aesthetically satisfactory results without intolerable adverse complications and may safely be performed in patients who underwent IABR after partial mastectomy.
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- Shu-Ling Zhang
- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, China.
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Jung SM, Jeon BJ, Woo J, Ryu JM, Lee SK, Chae BJ, Yu J, Kim SW, Nam SJ, Pyon JK, Mun GH, Bang SI, Lee JE. Does chemotherapy or radiotherapy affect the postoperative complication in breast cancer patients who underwent immediate breast reconstruction with tissue expander? BMC Cancer 2021; 21:88. [PMID: 33482758 PMCID: PMC7825213 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-020-07729-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2020] [Accepted: 12/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Immediate breast reconstruction with tissue expander in breast cancer patients who were expected to receive adjuvant therapy, such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy, has been a topic of debate. Postoperative complications from tissue expander procedures can delay the timing of adjuvant treatment and subsequently increase the probability of recurrence. The purpose of this study was to identify the impact of chemotherapy and radiotherapy on postoperative complications in patients who underwent immediate reconstruction (IR) using tissue expander. METHODS We conducted a retrospective study of 1081 breast cancer patients who underwent mastectomy and IR using tissue expander insertion between 2012 and 2017 in Samsung Medical Center. The patients were divided into two groups based on complications (complication group vs. no complication group). Complication group was regarded to have surgical removal or conservative treatment based on clinical findings such as infection, capsular contracture, seroma, hematoma, rupture, malposition, tissue viability, or cosmetic problem. The complication group had 59 patients (5.5%) and the no complication group had 1022 patients (94.5%). RESULTS In univariate analysis, adjuvant radiotherapy and adjuvant chemotherapy were significantly associated with postoperative complications. In multivariate analysis, however, only higher pathologic N stage was significantly associated with postoperative complications (p < 0.001). Chemotherapy (p = 0.775) or radiotherapy (p = 0.825) were not risk factors for postoperative complications. CONCLUSIONS IR with tissue expander after mastectomy may be a treatment option even when the patients are expected to receive adjuvant chemotherapy or radiotherapy. These results will aid patients who are concerned about the complications of IR caused by chemotherapy or radiotherapy determine whether or not to have IR. TRIAL REGISTRATION Patients were selected and registered retrospectively, and medical records were evaluated.
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- Sung Mi Jung
- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Irwon-ro 81, Gangnam-gu, 06351, Seoul, South Korea.
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Immediate versus secondary DIEP flap breast reconstruction: a multicenter outcome study. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2020; 302:1451-1459. [PMID: 32895743 PMCID: PMC7584555 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-020-05779-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2020] [Accepted: 08/28/2020] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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PURPOSE Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) at the time of mastectomy is gaining popularity, as studies show no negative impact on recurrence or patient survival, but better aesthetic outcome, less psychological distress and lower treatment costs. Using the largest database available in Europe, the presented study compared outcomes and complications of IBR vs. delayed breast reconstruction (DBR). METHODS 3926 female patients underwent 4577 free DIEP-flap breast reconstructions after malignancies in 22 different German breast cancer centers. The cases were divided into two groups according to the time of reconstruction: an IBR and a DBR group. Surgical complications were accounted for and the groups were then compared. RESULTS Overall, the rate of partial-(1.0 versus 1.2 percent of cases; p = 0.706) and total flap loss (2.3 versus 1.9 percent of cases; p = 0.516) showed no significant difference between the groups. The rate of revision surgery was slightly, but significantly lower in the IBR group (7.7 versus 9.8 percent; p = 0.039). Postoperative mobilization was commenced significantly earlier in the IBR group (mobilization on postoperative day 1: 82.1 versus 68.7 percent; p < 0.001), and concordantly the mean length of hospital stay was significantly shorter (7.3 (SD3.7) versus 8.9 (SD13.0) days; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION IBR is feasible and cannot be considered a risk factor for complications or flap outcome. Our results support the current trend towards an increasing number of IBR. Especially in times of economic pressure in health care, the importance of a decrease of hospitalization cannot be overemphasized.
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Liu H, Suen D, Kwong A. The practice of breast reconstruction with abdominal tissue in a Hong Kong high caseload centre. SURGICAL PRACTICE 2020. [DOI: 10.1111/1744-1633.12424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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- Hin‐Lun Liu
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of SurgeryThe University of Hong Kong, Queen Mary Hospital Hong Kong SAR China
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of SurgeryThe University of Hong Kong, Queen Mary Hospital Hong Kong SAR China
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of SurgeryThe University of Hong Kong, Queen Mary Hospital Hong Kong SAR China
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Pittermann A, Radtke C. Psychological Aspects of Breast Reconstruction after Breast Cancer. Breast Care (Basel) 2019; 14:298-301. [PMID: 31798389 DOI: 10.1159/000503024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2019] [Accepted: 08/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Even though breast cancer mortality is declining, the diagnosis still poses a huge threat for the affected woman and her close family. Breast cancer surgery, which often includes reconstructive procedures, can help restoring a satisfactory body image. The decision on the type of surgery should always be made together with the patient and should focus on her psychosocial needs. This review describes the psychological aspects of breast cancer for the patient and her social environment and offers ideas for a patient-oriented treatment plan.
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- Anna Pittermann
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, General Hospital Vienna, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, General Hospital Vienna, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Sousa H, Castro S, Abreu J, Pereira MG. A systematic review of factors affecting quality of life after postmastectomy breast reconstruction in women with breast cancer. Psychooncology 2019; 28:2107-2118. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.5206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2019] [Revised: 08/09/2019] [Accepted: 08/12/2019] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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- Helena Sousa
- Family Health and Illness Research Group, School of PsychologyUniversity of Minho Braga Portugal
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- Breast Cancer Clinic/Psycho‐Oncology ServiceFrancisco Gentil Portuguese Institute of Oncology of Porto Porto Portugal
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- Breast Cancer Clinic/Head of the Surgical Oncology DepartmentFrancisco Gentil Portuguese Institute for Oncology of Porto Porto Portugal
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- Family Health and Illness Research Group, School of PsychologyUniversity of Minho Braga Portugal
- Research Center in Psychology (CIPsi), School of PsychologyUniversity of Minho Braga Portugal
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Chen K, Feng CJ, Ma H, Hsiao FY, Tseng LM, Tsai YF, Lin YS, Huang LY, Yu WC, Perng CK. Preoperative breast volume evaluation of one-stage immediate breast reconstruction using three-dimensional surface imaging and a printed mold. J Chin Med Assoc 2019; 82:732-739. [PMID: 31335631 DOI: 10.1097/jcma.0000000000000155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Accurate assessment of breast volume is an essential component of preoperative planning in one-stage immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) for achieving breast symmetry and a satisfactory cosmetic outcome. In this study, we compared breast volume estimation using three-dimensional (3D) surface imaging with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to determine the accuracy of breast volume measurements. Further, a 3D printing mold for facilitating autologous breast reconstruction intraoperatively is described. METHODS Patients scheduled to therapeutic or prophylactic mastectomy with one-stage IBR, either by autologous tissue transfer or direct implant, from 2016 to 2019, were enrolled in this study. 3D surface image and MRI were performed to evaluate breast volume and shape. The results were validated by the water displacement volume of the mastectomy specimen. Finally, a 3D printing mold was designed for breast reconstruction with autologous tissue. RESULTS Nineteen women who were scheduled to have 20 mastectomies (18 unilateral and one bilateral) were included. There was a strong linear association between breast volume measured using the two different methods and water displacement of mastectomy specimens when a Pearson correlation was used (3D surface image: r = 0.925, p < 0.001; MRI: r = 0.915, p < 0.001). Bland-Altman plots demonstrated no proportional bias between the assessment methods. The coefficient of variation was 52.7% for 3D surface imaging and 59.9% for MRI. The volume of six breasts was evaluated by both measurements and the intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.689 for 3D surface image (p = 0.043) and 0.743 for MRI (p = 0.028). CONCLUSION Using 3D surface image to evaluate breast shape and volume is a quick, effective, and convenient method. The accuracy, reproducibility, and reliability of 3D surface imaging were comparable with MRI in our study. In addition, 3D-printed molds can achieve better symmetry and aesthetic outcomes in immediate autologous breast reconstructions.
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- Keng Chen
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Comprehensive Breast Health Center and Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Surgery, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Comprehensive Breast Health Center and Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Doctoral Degree Program of Translational Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Comprehensive Breast Health Center and Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Institute of Clinical Medicine and Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Comprehensive Breast Health Center and Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- Institute of Clinical Medicine and Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Comprehensive Breast Health Center and Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- 3D Printing Technology and Resource Integration Center, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- 3D Printing Technology and Resource Integration Center, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC
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