Comparison of Quality of Life and Cosmetic Outcome of Latissimus Dorsi Mini-Flap With Breast Conservation Surgery Without Reconstruction.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Latissimus dorsi mini-flap (LDMF) reconstruction after breast-conserving surgery (BCS) is a useful volume replacement technique when a large tumor is located in the upper or outer portion of the breast. However, few studies have reported the impact of LDMF on patients' quality of life (QoL) and cosmesis compared with conventional BCS.

Methods

We identified patients who underwent BCS with or without LDMF between 2010 and 2020 at a single center. At least 1 year after surgery, we prospectively administered the BREAST-Q to assess QoL and obtained the patients' breast photographs. The cosmetic outcome was assessed using four panels composed of physicians and the BCCT.core software.

Results

A total of 120 patients were enrolled, of whom 62 and 58 underwent LDMF or

SUBMITTER: Kim JI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10475706 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature