Influence of Breast Reduction Surgery on Long-Term Breast Cancer Risk in Austria.

Introduction: Breast reduction surgery is one of the most frequently performed surgeries amongst plastic and reconstructive surgeons worldwide. Previous studies have shown decreased risk of breast cancer development in women undergoing breast reduction surgery of up to 28%. We aimed to evaluate the relative risk of breast cancer development in our patients after breast reduction surgery in relation to the general female population of Austria.

Significant [C3a] increase in free flaps after prolonged ischemia.

Background: Free tissue transfer (FTT) represents a clinical model to measure ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI). This study was conducted to detect substances relevant for IRI after FTT.

Methods: Eighteen patients underwent lower leg reconstruction with free myocutaneous latissimus dorsi muscles and were monitored clinically and by microdialysis technique.