Use of the BREAST-Q™ Survey in the Prospective Evaluation of Reduction Mammaplasty Outcomes
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DOI: 10.1007/s00266-017-1009-6
Abstract: IntroductionBREAST-Q™ is a patient-reported outcomes survey instrument with a specific module that evaluates breast reduction surgery. It allows assessment of patient’s satisfaction with received treatment and evaluates the impact of surgery on different aspects of… read more here.
Keywords: reduction; satisfaction; survey; reduction mammaplasty ... See more keywords
Analysis of adolescent patient satisfaction and well-being following reduction mammaplasty using the BREAST-Q survey.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.06.008
Abstract: BACKGROUND While functional breast reduction surgery has been shown to lead to increased quality of life in adult patients, the effects of this operation has not been investigated as thoroughly in adolescent patients. This study… read more here.
Keywords: reduction; satisfaction; breast reduction; breast ... See more keywords
Assessing Disparities in Reduction Mammaplasty: There is Room for Improvement.
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DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjab138
Abstract: BACKGROUND Racial and socioeconomic disparities in access and quality of surgical care are well documented in many surgical subspecialties, including plastic surgery. OBJECTIVES Here, we aim to determine if demographic disparities exist in preoperative and… read more here.
Keywords: satisfaction; improvement; breast; reduction mammaplasty ... See more keywords
Short-term Satisfaction, Psychosocial Impact, and Complication Profile of Reduction Mammaplasty during Adolescence.
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DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjad023
Abstract: BACKGROUND Reduction mammaplasty is an effective and safe treatment option for adults with symptomatic macromastia, but there is less data regarding outcomes in adolescents. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study is to determine the short-term… read more here.
Keywords: complication; reduction mammaplasty; psychosocial well; satisfaction ... See more keywords
Postoperative Antibiotics Following Reduction Mammaplasty Does Not Reduce Rates of Surgical Site Infection.
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DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjad030
Abstract: BACKGROUND The efficacy of antibiotic utilization following reduction mammaplasty has not been well studied. Furthermore, there is a lack of data describing subgroups who are historically high-risk for surgical site infection (SSI), specifically the obese… read more here.
Keywords: reduction mammaplasty; following reduction; site infection; surgical site ... See more keywords
Breast Hypertrophy, Reduction Mammaplasty, and Body Image
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DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjx271
Abstract: Background Body image dissatisfaction is one of the major factors that motivate patients to undergo plastic surgery. However, few studies have associated body satisfaction with reduction mammaplasty. Objectives The aim of this study was to… read more here.
Keywords: reduction mammaplasty; body image; group; body ... See more keywords
Postoperative Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Reduction Mammaplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000006809
Abstract: Background: Reduction mammaplasty is a well-established procedure. Studies have shown benefits of using antibiotics in this procedure. Nevertheless, there is no solid evidence to support postoperative antibiotic prophylaxis. The authors evaluated the influence of postoperative… read more here.
Keywords: postoperative antibiotic; infection; antibiotic prophylaxis; reduction mammaplasty ... See more keywords
Insurance Denials in Reduction Mammaplasty: How Can We Serve Our Patients Better?
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000006968
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text. Background: Reduction mammaplasty is the standard of care for symptomatic macromastia. The process of requesting insurance coverage for reduction mammaplasty is cumbersome and potentially controversial, and insurance… read more here.
Keywords: insurance denials; reduction mammaplasty; resection weight; percent ... See more keywords
American Society of Plastic Surgeons Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline Revision: Reduction Mammaplasty.
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000008860
Abstract: SUMMARY A multidisciplinary work group involving stakeholders from various backgrounds and societies convened to revise the guideline for reduction mammaplasty. The goal was to develop evidence-based patient care recommendations using the new American Society of… read more here.
Keywords: society plastic; methodology; american society; reduction mammaplasty ... See more keywords
Revisiting Reduction Mammaplasty: Complications of Oncoplastic and Symptomatic Macromastia Reductions
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000009828
Abstract: Background: Oncoplastic breast reduction has been shown to be an effective and safe approach to breast conservation surgery in women with macromastia. However, there remains a paucity of data investigating the comparative outcomes. This study… read more here.
Keywords: complication; breast; reduction mammaplasty; symptomatic macromastia ... See more keywords
Liposomal Bupivacaine May Benefit Select Reduction Mammaplasty Patients
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001232
Abstract: Background Postoperative pain control can be challenging in reduction mammaplasty patients. This study compares perioperative liposomal bupivacaine (Exparel; Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc, San Diego, Calif) with standard local anesthetics to determine if liposomal bupivacaine decreases opioid… read more here.
Keywords: liposomal bupivacaine; mammaplasty patients; reduction mammaplasty; bupivacaine ... See more keywords