Use of the superficial inferior epigastric vein in breast reconstruction with a deep inferior epigastric artery perforator flap.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Autologous breast reconstruction is highly regarded in reconstructive surgery after mastectomy. DIEP flap reconstruction represents the gold standard for autologous breast reconstruction. The major advantages of DIEP flap reconstruction are its adequate volume, large vascular caliber and pedicle length. Despite reliable anatomy, there are procedures where the plastic surgeon's creativity is required, not only to shape the new breast, but also to overcome microsurgical challenges. An important tool in these cases is the superficial epigastric vein (SIEV).

Methods

150 DIEP flap procedures performed between 2018 and 2021 were retrospectively evaluated for SIEV use. Intraoperative and postoperative data were analyzed. Rate of anastomosis revision, total and partial fl

SUBMITTER: Varnava C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10239860 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature