“…Effects of reconstruction on lymphedema incidence in the literature are encouraging with studies showing no adverse effects, protective effects of immediate reconstruction, and reduction of arm volume in patients with baseline lymphedema undergoing delayed reconstruction. 10,[18][19][20] In this study, there was no difference in the intervention group with respect to radiation. Data were not collected on radiation according to specific regimens, although each type of treatment may have different effects on the upper extremity.…”