Revision in autologous breast reconstruction: principles and approach

Clin Plast Surg. 2007 Jan;34(1):139-62; abstract vii-viii. doi: 10.1016/j.cps.2006.11.016.

Abstract

As breast reconstruction has an aesthetic endpoint, secondary surgical intervention is an integral part of this process. This article examines revision in autologous breast reconstruction from the perspective of clinical priority. The authors examine challenges they may be faced in autologous breast reconstructions and suggest surgical approaches toward their resolution.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Breast Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mammaplasty / methods*
  • Mastectomy
  • Nipples / surgery
  • Reoperation / methods
  • Surgical Flaps*
  • Transplantation, Autologous