Advocating for Enhanced Patient Engagement in Breast Cancer Care: Impact of Residual Increased Lateral Adiposity and Consideration of the Pursuit of "Living Flat".

Breast cancer is a significant health concern, accounting for a substantial proportion of cancer cases. Despite improvements in cancer survivorship, many women still require mastectomy as part of their therapeutic treatment. Mastectomy alone or delayed breast reconstruction (DBR) are two options available to women not suitable for immediate breast reconstruction at initial mastectomy.