Vertical scar skin pattern

Published Date: 19th July 2016

Publication Authors: Iqbal A

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Abstract

Immediate breast reconstruction following mastectomy has become increasingly common. Skin-sparing mastectomies (SSM) and risk reducing mastectomies are becoming more commonly performed.1–3 Where radiotherapy is not anticipated, implant-based reconstruction may be performed. One problem associated with implant-based reconstructions has long been lower pole coverage and support. A number of techniques have been described to address these problems such as dermal slings and acellular dermal matrices.

Naji, S; Nassab, R; Iqbal, A. (2014).  Vertical-scar skin pattern with laterally-based dermal flaps for direct, implant-breast reconstruction following risk-reducing skin-sparing mastectomy in macromastia . Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery. 67 (10), e240-241.

 

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