Most postmastectomy defects are reconstructed by use of lower abdominal-wall tissue either as a pedicled or free flap. However, there are some contraindications for using lower abdominal flaps in breast reconstruction, such as inadequate soft-tissue volume, previous abdominoplasty, lower paramedian or multiple abdominal scars, and plans for future pregnancy. In such situations, a gluteal flap h...

Despite increasing interest in prepectoral implant-based reconstruction to avoid animation deformity (AD), the prevalence of this deformity and patient attitudes toward it have not been extensively studied. The purpose of this study was to report on AD in the breast reconstruction population and identify those at highest risk. METHODS A retrospective chart review was completed for patients at...

1. Reduction in the recurrence rate of clinically detectable local-regional disease by PMRT is evident. 2. The most recent randomized controlled trials, including two well-designed trials using modern radiation techniques, have shown a moderate and statistically significant improvement in survival. 3. Consultation with a radiation oncologist should occur in postmastectomy node-positive patients...

Overall limb lymphedema can be assessed by several methods but none are suitable to determine local edema. Quantifying local edema could provide important information not previously available. Our goal was to determine the suitability of using the tissue dielectric constant (TDC) as and index of local tissue water to detect and quantify edema in postmastectomy patients with unilateral arm lymph...

Postmastectomy pain syndrome (PMPS) is defined as chronic lasting more than 3 months after surgery. PMPS reduces the quality of life for patients and affects their daily life. Although pathogenesis has not been clearly elucidated, it strongly suggestive neuropathic caused by damage to intercostobrachial nerve. While previous studies have used stromal vascular fraction (SVF)-enriched fat grafts ...

Background. DCIS treated by mastectomy ensures high local control rates. There is limited data on risk for relapse and lack of clear indication for adjuvant radiation therapy (RT). We report a retrospective review on a population of DCIS patients treated with mastectomy. The objective was to identify the overall incidence of relapse, risk factors for local recurrence, and accordingly for whom a...