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A Unique Advantage of a 24-hour Surgical Delay in Autologous Breast Reconstruction

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The surgical delay technique can be used effectively in autologous breast reconstruction when there is unfavorable flap vascular anatomy or when the reconstruction necessitates a larger volume of donor tissue to obtain optimal results. The length of time between surgically delaying the flap to pedicle division and inset of the flap often varies based on surgeon preference but is typically approximately a week or longer. The authors present a case in which a 24-hour surgical delay was successfully used to augment deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps for autologous reconstruction. This technique is beneficial as it does not allow time for scarring and adhesions to develop between stages and allows for both stages to be performed in the same hospital admission.

Source: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open

DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000006231

Authors: Devin M. Melancon, Daniel Yoo, Zachary Stern-Buchbinder, Samantha Morin, Hugo St. Hilaire, Robert J. Allen

Institutions: Louisiana State University, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans, Tulane University

Language: English

Topic: Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,195