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Breast Reconstruction
Pectoralis flaps useful for muscle coverage of expander implants
May 12th, 2005
Pectoralis flaps can be used to provide muscle coverage of breast expander implants. "Immediate breast reconstruction with expander implants is a safe, simple procedure that allows for a rapid physical and emotional postmastectomy recovery," according to plastic surgeons in the United States. "When complications occur, the patient may be left with a prolonged reconstructive course." "Such complications may result from thin mastectomy flaps and resulting marginal skin flap necrosis and implant exposure," noted R.W. Bernard and colleagues working at the New York University Medical Center. "Muscle coverage of the implant under the skin incision prevents...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-05-12)
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