Patient preferences in access to breast reconstruction

The Journal of Surgical Research
Christina R VargasBernard T Lee

Abstract

Patient access to breast reconstruction is an important component of comprehensive breast cancer care. There is currently considerable variability in the timing of consultation with a plastic and reconstructive surgeon after the initial diagnosis of breast cancer. This study aims to elucidate patients' preferences for the timing of plastic surgery consultation as part of the preoperative evaluation and planning process. A 16-question electronic survey instrument was developed based on formative patient comments and discussion between the breast oncology and plastic surgery teams. The survey was administered to all patients referred to the plastic and reconstructive surgery clinic for initial reconstructive consultation during the study period. A total of 31 responses were collected. The largest number of patients (48%) indicated they would prefer to see a plastic surgeon 1 wk after their first consultation with a breast surgeon. Only one patient reported a desire to see both surgeons on the same day. Most patients indicated that having a family member or friend accompany them to the appointment (45%) and having time to process their cancer diagnosis before seeing the plastic surgeon (32%) were key factors in deciding when they ...Continue Reading

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Dec 17, 2009·Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery·Bernard T LeeSumner A Slavin
Jan 10, 2012·Journal of the American College of Surgeons·Beth Aviva PremingerChristine Rohde

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Nov 28, 2017·Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery·Charlotte L van VeldhuisenSamuel J Lin
Feb 22, 2018·Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open·Parisa KamaliSamuel J Lin
Jul 12, 2019·The Breast Journal·Julie QuemenerClaudia Régis
Mar 12, 2021·Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology·Jessica G LabadieMurad Alam

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