Immediate Free Flap Reconstruction for Advanced-Stage Breast Cancer: Is It Safe?

Crisera CA, Chang EI, Da Lio AL, et al (Univ of California, Los Angeles; Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, NY) Plast Reconstr Surg 128:32-41, 2011^§

Abstract

Background

Numerous studies have demonstrated that immediate breast reconstruction following mastectomy is associated with improvements in quality of life and body image. However, immediate breast reconstruction for advanced-stage breast cancer remains controversial. This study evaluates its safety in patients with advanced-stage breast cancer.

Methods

Over a 10-year period, patients diagnosed with stage IIB or greater breast cancer treated with mastectomy followed by immediate breast reconstruction were identified and analyzed. Complication rates and reconstructive aesthetics were determined.

Results

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