Immediate reconstruction using thoracodorsal adipofascial flap after partial mastectomy

Breast. 2009 Apr;18(2):126-9. doi: 10.1016/j.breast.2009.02.006. Epub 2009 Mar 21.

Abstract

BCT (breast conserving therapy) has become a standard strategy for breast cancer and ensures local control and acceptable cosmetic results. However, an insufficient resection margin may increase local recurrence if too much attention is paid to cosmesis. Here, we describe a simple technique for reconstruction of the defect on the outer upper part of the breast with early breast cancer using thoracodorsal adipofascial flap.

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / transplantation*
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Breast Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Fascia / transplantation*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mammaplasty / methods*
  • Mastectomy, Segmental*
  • Middle Aged
  • Surgical Flaps
  • Treatment Outcome