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BACKGROUND: Although immediate breast reconstruction has been reported to be oncologically safe, no affirmative study comparing the two reconstruction methods exists. We investigated breast cancer recurrence rates in two breast reconstruction types; implant reconstruction and autologous flap reconstruction. METHODS: A retrospective cohort study was performed on propensity score-matched (for age, stage, estrogen receptor status) patients who underwent IBR after mastectomy at Seoul National Univer

Our new method for nipple reduction has many advantages such as short learning curve, its ability to control the height and diameter of desired nipple size, and excellent aesthetic results.

Non-encapsulated lipomas and their ASCs showed distinct lymphatic histology and cellular response. These findings elucidated the pathogenesis and pathophysiology of lipomas.

BACKGROUND: Breast reconstruction with microvascular free tissue transfer has become a widely used method. Despite a high rate of success, a compromised flap necessitating re-exploration can occur. Here, we introduce direct thrombectomy as a flap salvage technique, and compared the results with conventional thrombectomy. METHODS: A total of 488 patients who underwent breast reconstruction using a free transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap between March 2009 and February 2014 were retrosp

Delayed breast reconstruction did not result in clinically significant improvement in mastectomy-induced spinal deformity. This finding should be considered when choosing between immediate and delayed breast reconstruction.

Wide chest wall defects caused by radionecrosis following BC treatment can be successfully reconstructed with a free TRAM flap that uses a contralateral IMA as a recipient. The free TRAM flap demonstrates a lower rate of distal flap loss than the pedicled TRAM flap, hence reduces the risk of severe morbidity.

An anomalous origin of a coronary artery is a rare congenital anomaly. Conventionally, the diagnosis of coronary artery anomalies is performed by coronary angiography. Currently developed multidetector computed tomography has permitted better definition of the coronary arteries, however. Multidetector computed tomography could be used effectively in the diagnosis and evaluation of the postoperative status of a patient with an anomalous origin of the right coronary artery from the left sinus of V

B reast reconstruction is achieved through surgical procedures following mastectomy after breast cancer or trauma using implants or autologous tissue to restore the breast morphology. Reconstruction can physically and emotionally restore a patient's self confidence after the loss of a breast. The method of breast reconstruction is determined by several factors, such as the patient's general medical condition, the extent of the mastectomy, and donor site suitability when opting for autologous fla