Safety of pre-pectoral breast reconstruction followed by post mastectomy radiotherapy

Background: Implant-based breast reconstruction (IBBR) after mastectomy either with TE or DTI in pre-pectoral position has been widely accepted. The pre-pec breast reconstruction, in fact, spares muscles, preserving the natural anatomy and reduces post-operative pain. Moreover, the pre-pec approach is associated to a decreased risk of capsular contracture and animation deformities. An increasing number of women, who undergo IBBR, will require post mastectomy radiotherapy (PMRT), since the meta-analysis of Early Breast Cancer Trialists ’ Collaborative Group (EBCTCG) confirmed a significant reduction of both local recurrence and breast cancer mortality in patients with pathological nodal involvement and locally advanced cancer.

Source: European Journal of Cancer - September 30, 2020 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: M. Bernini, I. Meattini, S. Sordi, C. Tommasi, L. Orzalesi, V. Scotti, I. Desideri, J.Nori Cucchiari, V. Vezzosi, S. Bianchi, L. Livi Tags: CLINICAL SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM: Implants Source Type: research