TY - JOUR
T1 - Total single-stage autologous breast reconstruction with free nipple grafts
AU - Schwartz, Jean Claude D.
AU - Skowronski, Piotr P.
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
Copyright © 2015 The Authors.
PY - 2015
Y1 - 2015
N2 - Outstanding results are difficult to achieve in postmastectomy reconstructions in obese ptotic patients. We describe an autologous singlestage reconstruction with free nipple grafts that is best suited for these difficult patients. This technique allows for delayed volume supplementation with implants or fat grafting but does not commit the patient to additional surgery. It avoids the common complications of immediate implant- based reconstructions. This technique is also an excellent option in patients with a known requirement for radiotherapy as it does not sacrifice a valuable autologous flap nor does it subject the patient to capsular contracture, infection, and extrusion. It also obviates the psychological trauma that many women suffer awaiting a reconstruction after radiotherapy. We believe it should be considered as a first-line reconstructive option.
AB - Outstanding results are difficult to achieve in postmastectomy reconstructions in obese ptotic patients. We describe an autologous singlestage reconstruction with free nipple grafts that is best suited for these difficult patients. This technique allows for delayed volume supplementation with implants or fat grafting but does not commit the patient to additional surgery. It avoids the common complications of immediate implant- based reconstructions. This technique is also an excellent option in patients with a known requirement for radiotherapy as it does not sacrifice a valuable autologous flap nor does it subject the patient to capsular contracture, infection, and extrusion. It also obviates the psychological trauma that many women suffer awaiting a reconstruction after radiotherapy. We believe it should be considered as a first-line reconstructive option.
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U2 - 10.1097/GOX.0000000000000563
DO - 10.1097/GOX.0000000000000563
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:84975774186
SN - 2169-7574
VL - 3
JO - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open
JF - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open
IS - 12
M1 - e587
ER -