Does immediate breast reconstruction using free flaps lead to delay in the administration of adjuvant chemotherapy for breast cancer

摘要: Abstract Background Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) using Free flaps is becoming increasingly popular. However, these are complex surgical procedures with more complications and longer recovery time, which can potentially delay adjuvant treatment. Our aim to investigate the impact of free flap IBR on timing Methods Details all cancer patients undergoing mastectomy (study group) without (control IBR, followed by treatment between 2002 2007 were obtained. The time lapse surgery therapy was calculated causes recorded. results compared two groups local international guidelines. Results Twenty-seven 139 included in study control group, respectively. mean period commencement for group 55 days 40 controls. Furthermore, significantly less received their within 6, 8 or 10 weeks after comparison group. Groups appeared similar however at 12-week point. reason delays reconstruction-related complications. Conclusion There a significant alone due related effects this survival have not been fully investigated yet may be least some patients.