Breast Implant-associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma: A Canadian Surgical Oncology Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) awareness has increased, resulting in concerns regarding the safety of implant-based reconstruction. Breast cancer patients are first seen by surgical oncologists, who are therefore potentially the first health-care professionals to encounter concerns regarding BIA-ALCL. We therefore surveyed surgical oncologists on their understanding of BIA-ALCL to better assess potential effects on plastic surgery practice.

Methods

An anonymous web-based survey consisting of 9 multiple-choice questions was sent to breast surgical oncologists that are members of the Canadian Society of Surgical Oncology (n = 135).

Results

Forty-two members responded (n = 42/135, 31%) and all participants were aware of BIA

SUBMITTER: Azzi AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7544291 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature