Premium
Breast Reconstruction Using an Innovative Flap Procedure
Author(s) -
HARDEN J. TAYLOR,
GIRARD NANCY
Publication year - 1994
Publication title -
aorn journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.222
H-Index - 43
eISSN - 1878-0369
pISSN - 0001-2092
DOI - 10.1016/s0001-2092(07)62737-9
Subject(s) - breast reconstruction , medicine , mastectomy , breast cancer , surgery , silicone , perioperative , implant , perioperative nursing , general surgery , cancer , chemistry , organic chemistry
Most patients consider breast reconstruction an essential part of total breast cancer management. In the wake of the silicone‐gel implant controversy, more women are considering breast reconstruction using their own tissue. Since 1982, the transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap has bcome a well‐established and popular method of reconstruction. For many women, TRAM flap reconstruction is the surgery of choice following mastectomy. It offers victims of breast cancer the potential for soft, natural‐appearing breast mounds without the risks associated with other types of flaps or manufactured implants. A description of autogenous tissue grafting using the TRAM flap for breast reconstruction is provided with associated perioperative nursing care guidelines and potential complications. AORN J 60 (August 1994) 184–192.