Original paper

Immediate versus secondary DIEP flap breast reconstruction: a multicenter outcome study

Volume: 302, Issue: 6, Pages: 1451 - 1459
Published: Sep 7, 2020
Abstract
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...
Paper Details
Title
Immediate versus secondary DIEP flap breast reconstruction: a multicenter outcome study
Published Date
Sep 7, 2020
Volume
302
Issue
6
Pages
1451 - 1459
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