Immediate versus secondary DIEP flap breast reconstruction: a multicenter outcome study

URN to cite this document:: urn:nbn:de:bvb:355-epub-447625
DOI to cite this document:: 10.5283/epub.44762

Prantl, Lukas ; Moellhoff, Nicholas

; von Fritschen, U. ; Kehrer, Andreas ; Lonic, Daniel ; Zeman, Florian ; Heidekrueger, Paul I.

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Abstract

Purpose Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) at the time of mastectomy is gaining popularity, as studies show no negative impact on recurrence or patient survival, but better aesthetic outcome, less psychological distress and lower treatment costs. Using the largest database available in Europe, the presented study compared outcomes and complications of IBR vs. delayed breast reconstruction ...