Correlation of BCCT.core objective scoring software for aesthetic outcome after breast conservation with panel assessment and patient satisfaction

O’Connell, Rachel; Micco, Rosa Di; Dean, Stephanie; Khabra, Komel; deSouza, Nandita M.; Roche, Nicola; Krupa, Katherine; Kirby, Anna M.; Wolf, Lisa; Barry, Peter; Rusby, Jennifer

doi:10.1016/j.ejso.2017.01.045

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“…The BCCT.core is a validated evaluation tool for analysing cosmetic outcomes following standard BCS (8)(9)(10)(11)(12). It assesses breast asymmetry, skin colour difference and scar visibility (13).…”

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Assessment of breast symmetry in breast cancer patients undergoing therapeutic mammaplasty using the Breast Cancer Conservation Therapy cosmetic results software (BCCT.core)

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Background: Therapeutic mammaplasty (TM) is a standard oncoplastic technique utilising aesthetic breast reduction principles to facilitate tumour resection and breast reshaping. Simultaneous contralateral mammaplasties are often performed to maintain symmetry. BCCT.core software, which principally assesses breast symmetry, has been previously employed for evaluating cosmetic results after standard breast conservation therapy and latterly TMs for upper pole tumours. The purpose of this study was to validate this novel tool for TMs in all breast zones.Methods: Standardised photographs of 20 consecutive patients who underwent TM were evaluated for symmetry using BCCT.core versus a plastic surgical panel completing a visual analogue scale. Results were rated as (excellent/good/fair/poor). Outcomes between the two methods were compared.Results: Twenty patients aged 37 to 63 years with a median 36G bra size had 22 TMs (18 unilateral, 2 bilateral). Indications were invasive breast cancer (87%) and ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) (13%). The median (range) tumour size was 22.5 mm (6-90 mm) with a resection weight of 245.8 g (16-1,079 g).Primary nipple pedicles were superomedial (63%), inferior (21%) and superolateral (16%). Five patients required a secondary glandular pedicle for volume redistribution to maintain breast shape. The BCCT.core software vs. panel symmetry assessments were 37% vs. 39% (excellent), 63% vs. 50% (good) and 0% vs. 11% (fair). Wilcoxon matched-pairs sign rank tests and Spearman rank correlations found the pairings to be statistically significant (P<0.05).Conclusions: Despite small patient numbers, BCCT.core gave comparable findings with the panel and is thus useful for objectively assessing cosmesis of TMs in all breast zones.

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Assessment of breast symmetry in breast cancer patients undergoing therapeutic mammaplasty using the Breast Cancer Conservation Therapy cosmetic results software (BCCT.core)

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“…Using a portable Artec Eva Scanner, three-dimensional surface images (3D-SI) were recorded for the analysis of breast volumes, and changes in skin appearances for patients receiving radiation treatment [24]. Since both the breast volume and shape symmetry correlated strongly with the subjective assessment scores, the 3D-SI technique was proven to be fast and reliable in determining the breast aesthetic outcome [25]. Further development in the objective assessment of breast asymmetry came to light with the application of convolutional neural network architecture for asymmetry recognition in mammography breast imaging data [26].…”

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Breast Asymmetry Evaluation Using Objective Measures after Breast Cancer Surgery

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Haque²,

Chedjou³

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Although a positive cosmetic outcome is an important goal of breast cancer reconstruction, the objective analysis of breast aesthetics has yet to reach a gold standard or unified method to quantify breast symmetry. Several scoring systems, both subjective and objective, have been developed over the years to ensure the desirable outcome in breast symmetry, but these methods have yet to reach the unanimous acceptance in terms of accuracy, value and ease of use to be implemented in the clinical setting. By assessing several existing symmetry scores, most of which are based on 2D imaging, along with our own set of symmetry parameters applied to 3D patient images, the goal of this study is to determine if there is an advantage of 3D imaging in formulating an accurate objective breast aesthetic score over the existing objective scores. A reliable breast aesthetic score would improve the decision-making in surgery as well as improve patient satisfaction. Additionally, knowing the quantity and degree of breast asymmetry objectively will improve outcome and reduce revision rates, minimizing patient suffering and improving the overall quality of patient life and body image.

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Correlation of BCCT.core objective scoring software for aesthetic outcome after breast conservation with panel assessment and patient satisfaction

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Assessment of breast symmetry in breast cancer patients undergoing therapeutic mammaplasty using the Breast Cancer Conservation Therapy cosmetic results software (BCCT.core)

Assessment of breast symmetry in breast cancer patients undergoing therapeutic mammaplasty using the Breast Cancer Conservation Therapy cosmetic results software (BCCT.core)

Breast Asymmetry Evaluation Using Objective Measures after Breast Cancer Surgery

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