Breast Reconstruction Timing and Methods
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Breast Reconstruction Timing and Methods

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What is the effect of post-mastectomy radiation therapy on the aesthetic outcome of breast reconstruction?

  • It has no effect
  • It has a detrimental effect (correct)
  • It has a positive effect
  • It is not a significant factor

    • What is the recommended method of breast reconstruction when an immediate reconstruction is intended and post-mastectomy radiation therapy is anticipated?

  • One-stage implant-based reconstruction
  • Autologous tissue reconstruction
  • Two-stage implant-based reconstruction (correct)
  • Delayed reconstruction

    • What is the comparison between tissue expander radiation and implant radiation in terms of implant failure rate?

  • There is no significant difference in failure rate (correct)
  • The comparison is not applicable
  • Tissue expander radiation has a higher failure rate
  • Implant radiation has a higher failure rate

    • What is the preferred method of breast reconstruction in a previously irradiated patient who requires delayed reconstruction?

    <p>Autologous tissue reconstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the comparison between delayed reconstruction and immediate reconstruction in terms of complication rate?

    <p>Immediate reconstruction has a higher complication rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

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