Complications after reconstructive implantation of silicone endoprostheses in patients with breast cancer
Iarygin, M.L.; Sobolevskiĭ, V.A.; Egorov, I.S.; Iarygin, L.M.
Khirurgiia 6: 11-17
2011
ISSN/ISBN: 0023-1207 PMID: 21716212 Document Number: 655067
Radical mastectomy, though is considered to be the main method of the breast cancer treatment, influences the physical and psychological rehabilitation of patients extremely negatively. Reconstructive silicone endoprosthesing alternates radical mastectomy. Complications of the procedure analysed using the experience of 120 women with breast cancer. The on-time detection of complications drastically improves long-term aesthetic results.