Asymmetry Correction in the Irradiated Breast: Outcomes of Reduction Mammaplasty and Mastopexy After Breast-Conserving Therapy

Abstract

In the cases reviewed, we did not observe any complications commonly associated with operating in an irradiated field. Good cosmesis and acceptable symmetry were achieved in all patients. Our data suggest that reduction mammaplasty and mastopexy after radiation therapy are relatively safe procedures with risks not significantly higher than either operation performed in patients without radiation.