Evidence-based medicine: Breast reconstruction Journal Article

  


Authors: Zhong, T.; McCarthy, C. M.; Price, A. N.; Pusic, A. L.
Article Title: Evidence-based medicine: Breast reconstruction
Abstract: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Differentiate among the various techniques available to reconstructive breast surgeons. 2. Perform a comprehensive assessment of the breast reconstruction candidate. 3. Gain knowledge about the indications and contraindications for different breast reconstructive procedures. 4. Understand the complications inherent in different reconstructive breast procedures. 5. Summarize the long-term objective and subjective implications of surgery. SUMMARY: This article was prepared to accompany practice-based assessment with ongoing surgical education for the Maintenance of Certification for the American Board of Plastic Surgery. It is structured to outline the care of the patient with the postmastectomy breast deformity. Copyright © 2013 by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Journal Title: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Volume: 132
Issue: 6
ISSN: 0032-1052
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins  
Date Published: 2013-12-01
Start Page: 1658
End Page: 1669
Language: English
DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0b013e3182a80836
PROVIDER: scopus
PUBMED: 24281592
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Notes: Export Date: 2 January 2014 -- CODEN: PRSUA -- Source: Scopus
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  1. Andrea Pusic
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  2. Toni Zhong
    2 Zhong
  3. Colleen Marie McCarthy
    144 McCarthy
  4. Alison Nicole Price
    4 Price
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