The feasibility of nipple-sparing mastectomy in combined with abdominal free flap breast reconstruction without skin paddles for flap monitoring: a single-center experience
Abstract:Background
Nipple-sparing mastectomy in combination with buried abdominal free flap breast reconstruction without leaving any skin paddles for post-operative monitoring might be associated with better cosmetic outcomes. The feasibility of this approach remains unclear while a detailed and validated protocol of post-operative flap monitoring is lacking.
Materials and Methods
Eligible patients receiving abdominal free-flap breast reconstruction between 2015 and 2020 in our institution were included. Patients … Show more
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