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Patient-reported outcomes after immediate breast reconstructive surgery: A prospective cross-sectional study at the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University.

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Mahmoud Gamal Mohamed Hassaan1, Ahmed Farahat2, Tarek Hashem3, Hamdy El-Marakby4
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.5.238

Abstract

Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) has been the subject of some controversy, particularly among those with locally advanced breast cancer and poor biological types. Several methods and surgical techniques have been developed for breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Generally, we can categorize into two broad categories: autologous reconstruction and implant-based reconstruction. This study aimed to analyze the satisfaction rate between these groups. Aim: Measuring patient reported outcomes and the final aesthetic outcomes in patients underwent immediate breast reconstruction after total mastectomy. Methods: All the patients who underwent a mastectomy and subsequent breast reconstruction surgery at our institution between January 1, 2019, and January 1, 2021, were invited to complete a BREAST-Q questionnaire. To compare the quality of life and complication rate between the autologous and implant-based reconstruction groups, data were collected from specific patients. All participants completed the Arabic version of the postoperative reconstruction module.

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