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Residual breast tissue after robot-assisted nipple sparing mastectomy

open access: yesBreast, 2021
Introduction: While the long-term oncologic safety of robot-assisted nipple sparing mastectomy (RNSM) remains to be elucidated, histologically detected residual breast tissue (RBT) can be a surrogate for oncologically sound mastectomy.
Ko Un Park, MD   +6 more
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Racial Differences in Incidence of Anxiety and Depression Among Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction Patients Using the All of Us Database

open access: yesSurgeries
Background: Breast reconstruction after mastectomy may improve psychological sequelae for patients. The objective of this study is to characterize differences in depression and anxiety rates for mastectomy and breast reconstruction (BR) patients by race.
Stuti P. Garg   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Effects of Mastectomy and Post-Mastectomy Reconstructive Surgery of Breast-cancer Patients on their Depression, Self-esteem and Self-efficacy Beliefs

open access: yesPsychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, 2019
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to draw a comparison between patients diagnosed with breast-cancer and had mastectomy and post-mastectomy reconstructive operation with respect to their depression, self-esteem and self-efficacy belief scores against ...
Zehra Kanmaz, Osman Tolga Aricak
doaj   +1 more source

A Strategic Approach to Nipple-sparing Mastectomy Reconstruction with a Wide-based Inframammary Fold Flap

open access: yesPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open, 2020
Summary:. The single biggest advancement in the aesthetic outcome of breast reconstruction following mastectomy has been the contribution of nipple-sparing mastectomy. By preserving the nipple–areolar complex, patients do not experience the same sense of
Anamaria Parus, BS   +1 more
doaj   +1 more source

A Single-Center Retrospective Analysis of Local and Distant Relapse of Breast Cancer Following Immediate Breast Reconstruction According to Molecular Subtypes

open access: yesFrontiers in Oncology, 2022
PurposeConcerns have been raised about the oncologic safety of immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) following mastectomy for breast cancer. This study aimed to evaluate locoregional recurrence (LRR) and distant metastasis (DM) of breast cancer according
Chunyong Han   +29 more
doaj   +1 more source

“I don't know if I understood the whole process from the beginning”: A photo-elicitation exploration of the experience of mastectomy and breast reconstruction decision making

open access: yesPEC Innovation, 2023
Objectives: Policy and guidance assume that reconstruction following mastectomy will have physical and psychological benefits, however research has disputed whether this is always the case.
Janette Renshaw, Amy E. Burton
doaj   +1 more source

Sexuality, depression and body image after breast reconstruction

open access: yesClinics
OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the impact of breast reconstruction after mastectomy on sexual function, body image, and depression. METHODS: This cross-sectional, comparative, controlled study was conducted with 90 women between 18 and 65 years of age who had ...
Silvania de Cassia Vieira Archangelo   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Association of clinicopathologic variables and patient preference with the choice of surgical treatment for early-stage breast cancer: A registry-based study

open access: yesBreast
Introduction: Observational studies suggest that breast conserving surgery (BCS) and radiotherapy (RT) offers superior survival compared to mastectomy. The aim was to compare patient and tumour characteristics in women with invasive breast cancer ≤30 mm ...
Emma Söderberg   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Invasive breast cancer following bilateral subcutaneous mastectomy in a BRCA2 mutation carrier: a case report and review of the literature

open access: yesWorld Journal of Surgical Oncology, 2005
Background Primary prevention of breast cancer through prophylactic mastectomy can reduce the risk of malignancy in high-risk individuals. No type of mastectomy completely removes all breast tissue, but a subcutaneous mastectomy leaves more tissue in ...
Galvez Maria   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Patient Self-reported Breast Cup Size and Resultant Mastectomy Specimen Weight: Implications for Reconstructive Breast Surgery

open access: yesPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open, 2022
Background:. Breast cup sizing irregularities exist due to discrepancy between garment manufacturers and patient reported measurements making it difficult to assess true preoperative and definitive postoperative breast cup size.
Kevin Perez, MSc   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

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