Latissimus Dorsi Myocutaneous Flap in Immediate Reconstruction after Salvage Mastectomy Post-Lumpectomy and Radiation Therapy

Conclusions: LDMF with implant is a reliable and safe procedure for 1-step breast reconstruction after SM for recurrent cancer in radiated breast. It entails a low rate of major complications, achieving stable and pleasant results without significant upper limb functional impairment, also for elderly women and larger breasts. Thus, a definite role is yet predictable for this flap in the setting of SM in all cases not suitable for free-flap reconstruction.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Original Article Source Type: research