Prepectoral Techniques in Reconstructive Breast Surgery

Prepectoral Techniques in Reconstructive Breast Surgery

Prepectoral Techniques in Reconstructive Breast Surgery

eBook
Author(s):Allen Gabriel MD, FACS,Maurice Y. Nahabedian MD, FACS,Steven R Sigalove MD, FACS,G. Patrick Maxwell MD
Format: Print PDF
Published year: 2018
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer
Language: English
ISBN: 9781496388278, 9781496388292, 9781496388285

Summary

The practice of tissue expander/implant based pre-pectoral breast reconstruction holds great promise for superior cosmetic results, less pain, and a shorter recovery period. Pre-Pectoral Techniques in Reconstructive Breast Surgery is the first reference to cover this timely area in depth, offering step-by-step descriptions of current procedures. Shares the knowledge and expertise of well-known plastic surgeons who have experience in pre-pectoral techniques.Features comprehensive coverage of all aspects of surgery; including illustrated, step-by-step descriptions of procedures.Covers assessment of tissue perfusion, current evidence in pre-pectoral reconstruction, the roles of ADM and fat grafting, patient selection, complications, and postoperative considerations.Discusses radio therapy with variety of patient presentations including, failed breast conservation therapy patient requiring mastectomy, planned radio therapy patient undergoing mastectomy and immediate reconstruction, and delayed reconstruction patient following mastectomy desiring reconstruction. Enhance Your eBook Reading ExperienceRead directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.
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