Medizinische Universität Graz Austria/Österreich - Forschungsportal - Medical University of Graz
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Lindbichler, F; Hoflehner, H; Schmidt, F; Pierer, GR; Raith, J; Umschaden, J; Preidler, KW.
Comparison of mammographic image quality in various methods of reconstructive breast surgery.
Eur Radiol. 1996; 6(6):925-928
Doi: 10.1007/BF00240708
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- Raith Johann
- Schmidt Ferdinand
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- Abstract:
- The purpose of our study was to evaluate mammographic image quality of various methods of reconstructive breast surgery with specific reference to the possibility of diagnosis of recurrent tumors. A total of 39 patients who underwent breast reconstruction following modified radical mastectomy were subject to clinical and mammographic examination. Three groups were formed: (a) autonomous tissue reconstruction (TRAM-flap; n = 9), (b) submuscular silicon gel prostheses (n = 21), and (c) supramuscular silicon gel prostheses (n = 9). Mammographic image quality of the groups was compared by two radiologists working together using a point system where five specific criteria were valued and scored. The result was tabulated into three quality levels: good, acceptable, and limited. Mammograms were assessed as good, acceptable, or limited, respectively, as follows: group I: 7 (77.8%), 1 (11.1%), 1 (11.1%); group II: 4 (19%), 11 (52.4%), 6 (28.6%); group III: 3 (33.3%), 4 (44.5%), 2 (22.2%). The TRAM-flap method of reconstruction displays a high degree of mammographic image quality and therefore is preferable with respect to early diagnosis of recurrent tumors.
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