scholarly journals Immediate two-stage tissue expander vs single-stage direct-to-implant breast reconstruction: two case reports of identical twins with BRCA 2 mutation

2015 ◽  
Vol 84 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleš Porčnik ◽  
Uroš Ahčan

In order to achieve the best aesthetic result after immediate implant-based breast reconstruction, all the advantages and disadvantages of two-stage tissue expander and single-stage direct-to-implant breast reconstruction should be considered. Decision about the type of implant-based reconstruction is based on the consultations outcomes after multidisciplinary team meeting of breast and reconstructive specialist, but patients own wishes should be prioritised.

2014 ◽  
Vol 134 (1) ◽  
pp. 1e-10e ◽  
Author(s):  
Adelyn L. Ho ◽  
Esta S. Bovill ◽  
Sheina A. Macadam ◽  
Scott Tyldesley ◽  
Janice Giang ◽  
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2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_6) ◽  
Author(s):  
O Kelly ◽  
I Balasubramanian ◽  
C Cullinane ◽  
R Prichard

Abstract Background Direct-to-implant (DTI) breast reconstruction is increasingly performed as the preferred method of immediate breast reconstruction following mastectomy. The proposed advantages of DTI over two-stage tissue expander (TE)/implant reconstruction relate to fewer surgical procedures. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of DTI versus conventional TE/implant breast reconstruction. Method A systematic review was performed (PubMed, Embase, Scopus) to identify relevant studies that compared outcomes between DTI and TE/Implant reconstructions. Publications up to October 2020 were included. The primary outcome was overall complication rate. Secondary outcomes included infection rate and implant loss. Results Nineteen studies, including 32,971 implant-based breast reconstructions, were analysed. Median age was 48 years. Mean BMI was 25.9. There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups. Duration of follow up ranged from 1-60 months. Overall complications were significantly more likely to occur in the DTI group (OR 1.81 [1.17-2.79]). Overall complications refers to all reported complications including seroma, haematoma, would dehiscence, infection, skin necrosis and capsular contracture. Implant loss was also significantly higher in the DTI cohort (OR 1.31 [1.12-1.78]). There was no significant difference in infection rates between the two groups. Subgroup analyses, focusing on high-powered multicentre studies showed that the risks of overall complications were significantly higher in the DTI group (OR 1.51 [1.06-2.14]). Conclusions This meta-analysis demonstrates significantly greater risk of complications and implant loss in the DTI breast reconstruction group. These findings serve to aid both patients and clinicians in the decision-making process regarding implant reconstruction following mastectomy


2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-17
Author(s):  
Renee Aboushi ◽  
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W. Kurtis Childe ◽  
Christopher S Hollenbeak ◽  
Harold Yang ◽  
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Introduction Implant based breast reconstructions has become widely accepted as an appropriate reconstruction method following mastectomy for breast cancer. The two most common techniques include immediate reconstruction and implantation (single-stage procedure) or the use of a tissue expander with delayed insertion of implant and reconstruction (two-stage procedure). Using existing studies and available data, a meta-analysis was performed analyzing reoperation rates and postoperative complications between these two methods based upon available literature. Methods A literature search was performed by two individual investigators using the databases PubMed, Cochrane, and Medline. All articles comparing implant based single and two stage breast reconstructions outcomes between 2006 and 2016 were utilized. The primary endpoint of interest was reoperation rates. Secondary endpoints included postoperative complications such as infection, seroma, hematoma, and necrosis. Results A total of five studies met the inclusion criteria, for a total of 12,357 breast reconstructions. 2,281 breast reconstructions were singlestage and 10,076 were two-staged. The primary endpoint of reoperation was increased reoperation rate in the single-stage breast reconstruction (OR=0.78, CI 0.67-0.91; p<0.05). Secondary endpoints demonstrated no statistical significance in infections (OR 1.06, CI 0.84-1.34; p=0.40), hematoma (OR=1.66, CI 0.91-3.05; p=0.09) and necrosis (OR=1.13, CI 0.76-1.68; p=0.29). However, there was an increased incidence of seroma formation in two-stage reconstruction (OR=1.86, CI 1.05-3.28; p<0.005). Conclusions Single and two-staged implant breast reconstructions had similar infection, hematoma, and necrosis rates. Single-stage reconstructions resulted in a significant increase in reoperation/revision rates.


2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elisa Bellini ◽  
Marianna Pesce ◽  
PierLuigi Santi ◽  
Edoardo Raposio

Objective. Breast cancer, the most common malignancy in women, comprises 18% of all female cancers. Mastectomy is an essential intervention to save lives, but it can destroy one’s body image, causing both physical and psychological trauma. Reconstruction is an important step in restoring patient quality of life after the mutilating treatment. Material and Methods. Tissue expanders and implants are now commonly used in breast reconstruction. Autologous reconstruction allows a better aesthetic result; however, many patients prefer implant reconstruction due to the shorter operation time and lack of donor site morbidity. Moreover, this reconstruction strategy is safe and can be performed in patients with multiple health problems. Tissue-expander reconstruction is conventionally performed as a two-stage procedure starting immediately after mammary gland removal. Results. Mastectomy is a destructive but essential intervention for women with breast cancer. Tissue expansion breast reconstruction is a safe, reliable, and efficacious procedure with considerable psychological benefits since it provides a healthy body image. Conclusion. This article focuses on this surgical technique and how to achieve the best reconstruction possible.


2016 ◽  
pp. 423-433
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Shay ◽  
Emily Robinson ◽  
Katherine A. Rodby ◽  
Jessina Thomas ◽  
Anuja K. Antony

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