Prepectoral Versus Subpectoral Tissue Expander Placement: A Clinical and Quality of Life Outcomes Study

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Authors

Gurjot S. Walia · Johns Hopkins University

Jeffrey W. Aston · Johns Hopkins University

Ricardo J. Bello · Johns Hopkins University

Gina A. Mackert · Johns Hopkins University

Rachel Pedreira · Johns Hopkins University

Brian Cho · Johns Hopkins University

Hannah M. Carl ·

Abstract

Prepectoral TE breast reconstruction presents an opportunity to improve upon current reconstructive methods and does result in significantly lower pain scores. The associated risks have yet to be fully described and are important considerations, as these prepectoral patients had lower physical health outcome scores.

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Breast Implant and Reconstruction Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques Pectus Deformity Diagnosis and Treatment

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Published in: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open

Volume 6, Issue 4, pp. e1731-e1731

DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000001731

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Prepectoral Versus Subpectoral Tissue Expander Placement: A Clinical and Quality of Life Outcomes Study

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