Background Previous studies suggest that immediate reconstruction following mastectomy
produces superior results over delayed procedures. However, for medical or oncological …

Background Collection of patient-reported outcome (PRO) data can facilitate cost-effective,
evidence-based, and patient-centered care. The BREAST-Q has become the gold standard …

Background Breast reconstruction plays a central role in the outcome management of
patients with breast cancer, particularly in terms of quality of life (QoL), which must be …

Background: Patient-reported outcomes are the primary measurement of breast
reconstruction success, but results may be affected by nontechnical factors such as …

Background: This study aims to present normative values for satisfaction with breasts among
preoperative breast reconstruction patients as assessed using the BREAST-Q instrument …

Background: Evidence is limited for BREAST-Q scores in women without breast cancer or
breast surgery to establish baseline values for clinical interpretation. The primary aim of this …

Purpose The use of immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) following total mastectomy (TM)
has increased markedly in patients with breast cancer. As the indications for IBR have been …

Introduction Partner involvement in the decision-making process concerning breast
reconstruction (BR) after a breast cancer diagnosis may be very supportive for the patient …

Background Breast satisfaction in general female populations is relatively unknown and
prior research populations do not reflect our community. Objectives We sought to assess …

Aim: To estimate changes in self-perception and satisfaction in women undegoing breast
augmentation surgery (BAS). Methods: Using a quasi-experimental questionnaire study …