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Recently, the pathomechanisms of keloids have been extensively researched using transcriptomic analysis, but most studies did not consider the activity of keloids. We aimed to profile the transcriptomics of keloids according to their clinical activity and location within the keloid lesion, compared with normal and mature scars. Tissue samples were collected (keloid based on its activity (active and inactive), mature scar from keloid patients and normal scar (NS) from non-keloid patients). To reduce possible bias, all keloids assessed in this study had no treatment history and their location was limited to the upper chest or back. Multiomics assessment was performed by using single-cell RNA sequencing and multiplex immunofluorescence. Increased mesenchymal fibroblasts (FBs) was the main feature in keloid patients. Noticeably, the proportion of pro-inflammatory FBs was significantly increased in active keloids compared to inactive ones. To explore the nature of proinflammatory FBs, trajectory analysis was conducted and CCN family associated with mechanical stretch exhibited higher expression in active keloids. For vascular endothelial cells (VECs), the proportion of tip and immature cells increased in keloids compared to NS, especially at the periphery of active keloids. Also, keloid VECs highly expressed genes with characteristics of mesenchymal activation compared to NS, especially those from the active keloid center. Multiomics analysis demonstrated the distinct expression profile of active keloids. Clinically, these findings may provide the future appropriate directions for development of treatment modalities of keloids. Prevention of keloids could be possible by the suppression of mesenchymal activation between FBs and VECs and modulation of proinflammatory FBs may be the key to the control of active keloids.
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Fibroblastos , Queloide , Queloide/patologia , Queloide/metabolismo , Humanos , Fibroblastos/metabolismo , Transcriptoma , Células Endoteliais/metabolismo , Feminino , Adulto , Masculino , Perfilação da Expressão Gênica , Análise de Célula ÚnicaRESUMO
PURPOSE: Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) followed by total mastectomy and immediate reconstruction has become an important strategy in the treatment of breast cancer. Although the safety of subpectoral implant-based breast reconstruction with NACT has been extensively evaluated, the safety in prepectoral reconstruction has not been clearly elucidated. We aimed to evaluate the association of NACT with immediate prepectoral breast reconstruction outcomes. METHODS: A retrospective review of patients who underwent total mastectomy and immediate implant-based prepectoral breast reconstruction between May and December 2021 was conducted. Patients were categorized into 2 groups: those receiving NACT and those not receiving it. Postoperative complication rates were compared between the 2 groups. The independent association between NACT and the complication profiles was evaluated. Propensity score matching was also conducted. RESULTS: We analyzed 343 cases, including 85 who received NACT treatment and 258 who did not. Compared with the non-NACT group, the NACT group was younger, had a higher body mass index, and a higher rate of adjuvant radiotherapy. There were no differences in the rates of overall complications or type of complication between the 2 groups. In the multivariable logistic analyses, NACT did not show a significant association with the development of adverse outcomes. Similar results were observed in propensity score matching analyses. CONCLUSIONS: Our results suggest that receiving NACT may not have a significant detrimental effect on the postoperative outcomes of immediate prepectoral prosthetic reconstructions. Conducting prepectoral implant-based reconstruction in the setting of NACT might be safe and provide acceptable outcomes.
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Neoplasias da Mama , Terapia Neoadjuvante , Complicações Pós-Operatórias , Humanos , Feminino , Estudos Retrospectivos , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Neoplasias da Mama/cirurgia , Adulto , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/epidemiologia , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/etiologia , Implante Mamário/métodos , Pontuação de Propensão , Quimioterapia Adjuvante , Mamoplastia/métodos , Resultado do Tratamento , Mastectomia Simples , Implantes de MamaRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Extensive experimental evidence has suggested the potential efficacy of prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) in enhancing flap survival, leading to its widespread empirical use following free flap operation. However, the translation of these experimental findings into clinical benefits remains uncertain. This study aimed to assess the clinical effectiveness of postoperative PGE1 administration on the outcomes of microsurgical reconstruction. METHODS: A retrospective review was conducted for patients who underwent free flap-based reconstruction between September 2020 and November 2022, dividing into two cohorts. For all consecutive cases conducted during the formal half, PGE1 was administered for postoperative 7 days (PGE1 cohort), and for those during the latter, PGE1 was not given (non-PGE1 cohort). The profiles of perfusion-related complications (PRC) were compared between the two cohorts. Further analyses after propensity-score matching were performed. RESULTS: In total, 274 cases were analyzed, consisting of 142 in PGE1 and 132 in non-PGE1 cohort. Baseline characteristics were similar between the two cohorts, except for higher rates of comorbidities and chronic wound-related defects in the PGE1 cohort. Overall PRC developed in 37 cases (13.5%), including 6 (2.1%) total loss and 38 (10.2%) partial necrosis. Compared to the control, the PGE1 cohort exhibited significantly lower rates of overall PRC and partial flap necrosis. This difference remained significant on multivariable analyses. The rate of total flap loss did not differ between the cohorts. Consistent associations were observed in the propensity-score matching analysis. CONCLUSION: Postoperative administration of PGE1 appears to be associated with reduced risks for the development of partial flap necrosis.
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Retalhos de Tecido Biológico , Doenças Vasculares , Humanos , Alprostadil/uso terapêutico , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/epidemiologia , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/prevenção & controle , Resultado do Tratamento , Estudos Retrospectivos , Necrose/etiologia , Necrose/prevenção & controleRESUMO
BACKGROUND: With the growing demand for the use of thin perforator flaps, obtaining knowledge on the superficial anatomy of perforators is imperative for stable flap elevation. Conventional modalities for perforator mapping fall short in providing such information. High-frequency ultrasound (HFUS), known for visualizing the superficially located anatomic structures, may potentially fill this void. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of HFUS in the outcome of anterolateral thigh (ALT) and superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator (SCIP) flap-based reconstructions. METHODS: Consecutive patients who underwent free ALT or SCIP flap-based reconstruction from January 2021 to November 2022 were retrospectively reviewed. Perforator mapping was conducted using a handheld Doppler during the first year, while HFUS was used in the latter part. The two techniques were compared in terms of flap harvesting time and perfusion-related complication rates while considering the flap elevation plane. RESULTS: In total, 123 cases were analyzed, including 82 ALT flaps (41 in each group) and 41 SCIP flaps (16 in the Doppler and 25 in the HFUS group). The time required for flap elevation exhibited a tendency to decrease in the HFUS group, with a significant difference observed in cases involving thin flap elevation (super-thin ALT flaps and pure-skin-perforator SCIP flaps). Compared with the Doppler group, the HFUS group demonstrated significantly lower rates of PRCs, particularly partial flap necrosis. This difference remained significant in multivariable analyses. CONCLUSION: Our results suggest that HFUS might be an appealing modality for perforator mapping in cases requiring thin ALT and SCIP flap.
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Retalho Perfurante , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica , Humanos , Retalho Perfurante/irrigação sanguínea , Coxa da Perna/cirurgia , Coxa da Perna/irrigação sanguínea , Artéria Ilíaca/cirurgia , Estudos RetrospectivosRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Free tissue transfer is often required for the reconstruction of complex and deep anterior chest wall wounds, for which the identification of suitable recipient vessels is crucial. Although the internal mammary arteries (IMAs) are a representative option, identifying secondary options when these vessels are compromised remains a challenge. This report evaluated the efficacy of using the thoracoacromial vessels (TAVs) as recipients for chest wall reconstruction by reviewing our experience. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective review of patients undergoing free-flap-based chest wall reconstruction using TAVs as recipient vessels from February 2020 to March 2023. Patient demographics and surgery-related characteristics data were collected. The primary outcome of interest was the occurrence of flap perfusion-related complications. RESULTS: In total, 12 cases utilized TAVs as recipients, primarily for defects following sternotomy, where bilateral IMA was unavailable due to prior surgery. The TAVs with reliable perfusion were consistently identified beneath the pectoralis major muscle. The anterolateral thigh flap was predominantly employed, with musculocutaneous or chimeric flaps introduced for bony defects. The mean pedicle length of the harvested flap was 7.2 cm (range, 3-13), and in cases with a vascular gap, the pedicle was extended using an arteriovenous interposition graft. This resulted in a mean pedicle length needed to reach recipient vessels of 9.9 cm (range, 6.5-19). All flaps survived, with only one experiencing partial necrosis. CONCLUSIONS: The TAV could be considered as an attractive alternative recipient vessel in microsurgical reconstruction of complicated chest wall defects when the use of IMA is not feasible.
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Retalhos de Tecido Biológico , Artéria Torácica Interna , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica , Parede Torácica , Humanos , Parede Torácica/cirurgia , Artéria Torácica Interna/cirurgia , NecroseRESUMO
BACKGROUND: When choosing a method of deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap for breast reconstruction, concerns regarding the potentially detrimental effects of obesity on postoperative recovery remain. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) is known to facilitate rapid postoperative recovery. This study aimed to examine the effect of the ERAS protocol on the disparity between normal/underweight and overweight/obese patients after DIEP flap breast reconstruction. METHODS: A retrospective review of consecutive patients who underwent DIEP flap breast reconstruction between January 2015 and November 2022 was conducted. The patients were categorized into two groups: pre-ERAS and post-ERAS. In each group, associations between overweight/obese patients (BMI ≥25 kg/m2 ) and postoperative course were evaluated. RESULTS: In total, 217 patients in the pre-ERAS group (including 71 overweight/obese) and 165 in the post-ERAS group (including 58 overweight/obese) were analyzed. The post-ERAS group had shorter length of stay (LOS) (8.0 versus 7.0 days, p-value <.001) and lower postoperative pain scores (5.0 versus 3.0 at postoperative day (POD) 1, p-value <.001) than the pre-ERAS group. The complication profiles did not differ according to ERAS adoption. In the pre-ERAS group, overweight/obese patients showed a significantly longer LOS (8.0 versus 9.0 days, p-value = .017) and a higher postoperative pain score (3.0 versus 4.0 at POD 2, p-value = .018) than normal/underweight patients; however, these differences disappeared in the post-ERAS group, showing similar LOS, pain scores, and analgesic consumption. CONCLUSIONS: Implementation of the ERAS protocol in DIEP free-flap breast reconstruction may reduce overweight/obesity-related disparities in postoperative recovery.
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Recuperação Pós-Cirúrgica Melhorada , Mamoplastia , Retalho Perfurante , Humanos , Sobrepeso/complicações , Sobrepeso/cirurgia , Retalho Perfurante/cirurgia , Magreza/complicações , Magreza/cirurgia , Obesidade/complicações , Obesidade/cirurgia , Mamoplastia/métodos , Estudos Retrospectivos , Dor Pós-Operatória/etiologia , Artérias Epigástricas/cirurgia , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/epidemiologia , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/etiologia , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/prevenção & controleRESUMO
In free flap operation, temporary hyperemia of the transferred flaps can often be encountered in the early postoperative period, appearing reddish and rapid capillary refilling time, which mimics venous congestion. This study aimed to investigate the factors associated with the development of hyperemia and evaluate clinical course. Consecutive patients who underwent free flap-based reconstruction between December 2019 and October 2021 were reviewed. Independent risk factors associated with its development were assessed. Flap showing initial hyperemic features were assessed using flap blood glucose measurement (BGM). If it showed over 60 mg/dL, they were closely observed without management. Their clinical outcomes were evaluated. In total, 204 cases were analyzed, of which 35 (17.2%) showed initial hyperemia. Multivariable analyses showed that using thoracodorsal artery perforator flaps and muscle containing flaps (musculocutaneous/muscle-chimeric flaps) and conducting end-to-end arterial anastomosis (vs. end-to-side) were independent predictors. All cases with initial hyperemia showed over 60 mg/dL in BGM. The phenomenon resolved spontaneously within 6.9 h averagely. Overall perfusion-related complications developed in 10 (4.9%) cases, which rate did not differ between the two groups. Several factors might be associated with the development of initial hyperemia after free flap surgery. With proper assessment, this condition can be successfully managed without unnecessary intervention.
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Retalhos de Tecido Biológico , Hiperemia , Retalho Perfurante , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica , Humanos , Retalhos de Tecido Biológico/irrigação sanguínea , Hiperemia/etiologia , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica/efeitos adversos , Retalho Perfurante/irrigação sanguínea , PrognósticoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Reconstruction of forefoot defects often necessitates free tissue transfer due to the limited availability of local tissue. Microsurgical reconstruction of the forefoot remains challenging as it requires durable yet thin, soft tissue coverage for functional restoration. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of free thin perforator flaps for forefoot reconstruction, with a focus on functional outcomes. METHODS: Patients who underwent microsurgical forefoot reconstruction between March 2020 and September 2023 were reviewed. Development of postoperative complications and functional outcomes were evaluated. RESULTS: In total 53 patients were analyzed, with a mean age of 62.7 years. The most common etiology of defects was oncologic surgery, followed by chronic wound, with a majority involving the plantar side. Super-thin anterolateral thigh flap and superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator flap were predominantly used. The median thickness of the flap was 4.0 mm. Digital vessels were the most frequently used as recipients. All but one flap survived, resulting in a success rate of 98.1 percent. Postoperative flap-site complications developed in 20 patients, the majority of which were resolved with conservative treatment. The median hospital stay was 8.0 days, and the mean time for initiating weight-bearing ambulation was 12.4 days. In postoperative foot function index questionnaire survey, the overall score remained 9.41, showing minimal impairment, and did not differ according to defect size and locations. Secondary debulking operation was necessitated in seven patients. CONCLUSION: Use of thin free perforator flaps might provide reliable outcomes with rapid recovery and excellent postoperative function in the forefoot reconstruction.
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BACKGROUND: With an increasing need for thin flap, the use of super-thin anterolateral thigh (ALT) flaps, raised above the supra-superficial fascia, has drawn great attention. Controversy remains regarding whether such thin flap elevation could affect postoperative outcomes, encompassing perfusion-related complications (PRC) and donor morbidities. This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of super-thin ALT flap-based reconstruction compared with those of suprafascially elevated flaps. METHOD: Patients who underwent free ALT flap-based reconstruction between March 2017 and June 2023 were reviewed, and categorized into two groups based on flap elevation plane; super-thin, and suprafascial. Development of PRC and donor morbidities including paresthesia, were compared. Independent associations of the elevation plane with complication profiles were evaluated. Further analyses were conducted using propensity-score matching. RESULTS: In total, 208 cases were analyzed: 80 super-thin and 128 suprafascial ALT flaps. Nineteen cases (9.1%) experienced PRC, including four total and 14 partial necrosis. The incidence of overall and each type of PRC did not differ based on flap elevation plane even after adjusting for other variables. The super-thin group exhibited significantly lower donor complications compared to the others, upheld in multivariable analyses. Elevating the flaps with a super-thin fashion allowed for a higher rate of preservation of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, resulting in a significantly lower rate of postoperative paresthesia. Similar associations were observed in the propensity-score matching analysis. CONCLUSIONS: Super-thin ALT flap elevation might not appear to increase PRC risk, while reduces donor complications, compared to suprafascial elevation.
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With increasing interest in swift postoperative recovery, there has been a trend toward omitting drains in deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap-based breast reconstruction, ideally aiming to avoid drains in the breasts and abdomen. This study evaluated our transition toward total drainless reconstruction, focusing specifically on the safety of omitting drains in the breasts. Patients who underwent breast reconstruction with DIEP flap from 2018 to 2023 were reviewed. They were divided into 3 groups: group A (with drains in the abdomen and breast), group B (drains only in the breast), and group C (total drainless). For group C, routine ultrasound examinations were performed to check for fluid accumulation. Complication profiles were compared among the groups. In total, 294 cases were included, comprising 77 in group A, 112 in group B, and 105 in group C. Chronologically, a gradual increase in the proportion of cases in group C was observed, with the complication rates remaining stable. On comparing the complication profiles of the recipient and donor sites among the 3 groups, no significant differences were found. Breast seroma, persisting 1 month postoperatively, was exclusively detected in 6 (5.7%) cases within group C, all of whom were treated with outpatient clinic-based aspiration. When restricting the analysis to group C, a greater weight of mastectomy specimen and axillary lymph node dissections exhibited an independent association with breast seroma development. Smooth transition to total drainless DIEP breast reconstruction appears safe, without significantly increasing the risks of complication.
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Drenagem , Mamoplastia , Retalho Perfurante , Complicações Pós-Operatórias , Humanos , Mamoplastia/métodos , Mamoplastia/efeitos adversos , Feminino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Drenagem/métodos , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/epidemiologia , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/prevenção & controle , Complicações Pós-Operatórias/etiologia , Adulto , Artérias Epigástricas/transplante , Estudos Retrospectivos , Seroma/etiologia , Neoplasias da Mama/cirurgiaRESUMO
BACKGROUND: With the growing popularity of the use of free flaps, surgeons may frequently encounter situations necessitating the performance of multiple free flap surgeries in a single day. Given its prolonged duration and technical complexity, concerns remain regarding their safety. This study investigated whether a single surgeon conducting multiple free flap surgeries in a day heightens the risk of complications. METHODS: Patients who underwent free flap-based reconstruction from March 2002 to May 2023 were reviewed and categorized into 3 groups: one flap per day (Group 1), multiple flaps per day on the same patient (Group 2), and multiple flaps per day on different patients (Group 3). Outcomes, particularly perfusion-related complications (PRCs), were compared. RESULTS: In total, 1910 cases were analyzed: 1570 in Group 1, 126 in Group 2, and 214 in Group 3. Over time, the proportion of cases in Group 3 increased. Group 3 had fewer breast reconstruction cases but more lower extremity reconstructions, with a higher prevalence of chronic wounds. Although the rates of PRCs varied among groups, multivariable analysis exhibited no association of performing multiple flaps in a day with their occurrence, regardless of breast or nonbreast reconstruction. The rate of arterial insufficiency was significantly higher in group 3 compared with group 1 after adjusting for other variables. CONCLUSIONS: Performing multiple free flaps in a single day may not significantly increase the risks of overall PRCs. However, there appears to be a higher incidence of arterial insufficiency, emphasizing the need for careful planning and precise execution of procedures.
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Large soft tissue defects of the face often require free flap-based reconstruction. To avoid a conspicuous patch-like appearance, choosing flaps with a color similar to that of the adjacent facial skin is crucial. This study aimed to identify the flap types that show the best color match via objective color evaluation. Patients who underwent free flap-based facial reconstruction between 2013 and 2023 were retrospectively reviewed. Based on standardized photographs, average color samples of the flap skin paddle and adjacent skin were obtained. The color differences were compared by flap type at two different time points, early (within 1-3 months, post-operative) and late (after 1 year, post-operative), using the delta E value. Fifty-eight free flaps were analyzed, including 22 thoracodorsal artery perforator (TDAP) flaps, 17 anterolateral thigh (ALT) flaps, nine superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator (SCIP) flaps, and eight radial forearm (RF) flaps. In the analysis of early outcomes, the RF flaps showed the least color difference, followed by the SCIP and TDAP flaps, and the ALT flaps showed the greatest difference, with the differences being significant. Most cases showed generally improved color matching over time. Time-dependent changes were significant in the ALT and TDAP flap groups. In the analysis of late outcomes, all flap types showed delta E values less than 10, with the RF flaps showing the least color difference, followed by the SCIP flap. The four workhorse flaps provided acceptable outcomes with long-term improvements. The RF flaps provided the best color matching in the long run.
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Retalhos de Tecido Biológico , Retalho Perfurante , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica , Humanos , Estudos Retrospectivos , Retalho Perfurante/irrigação sanguínea , ArtériasRESUMO
Importance: Meticulous postoperative flap monitoring is essential for preventing flap failure and achieving optimal results in free flap operations, for which physical examination has remained the criterion standard. Despite the high reliability of physical examination, the requirement of excessive use of clinician time has been considered a main drawback. Objective: To develop an automated free flap monitoring system using artificial intelligence (AI), minimizing human involvement while maintaining efficiency. Design, Setting, and Participants: In this prognostic study, the designed system involves a smartphone camera installed in a location with optimal flap visibility to capture photographs at regular intervals. The automated program identifies the flap area, checks for notable abnormalities in its appearance, and notifies medical staff if abnormalities are detected. Implementation requires 2 AI-based models: a segmentation model for automatic flap recognition in photographs and a grading model for evaluating the perfusion status of the identified flap. To develop this system, flap photographs captured for monitoring were collected from patients who underwent free flap-based reconstruction from March 1, 2020, to August 31, 2023. After the 2 models were developed, they were integrated to construct the system, which was applied in a clinical setting in November 2023. Exposure: Conducting the developed automated AI-based flap monitoring system. Main Outcomes and Measures: Accuracy of the developed models and feasibility of clinical application of the system. Results: Photographs were obtained from 305 patients (median age, 62 years [range, 8-86 years]; 178 [58.4%] were male). Based on 2068 photographs, the FS-net program (a customized model) was developed for flap segmentation, demonstrating a mean (SD) Dice similarity coefficient of 0.970 (0.001) with 5-fold cross-validation. For the flap grading system, 11â¯112 photographs from the 305 patients were used, encompassing 10â¯115 photographs with normal features and 997 with abnormal features. Tested on 5506 photographs, the DenseNet121 model demonstrated the highest performance with an area under the receiver operating characteristic curve of 0.960 (95% CI, 0.951-0.969). The sensitivity for detecting venous insufficiency was 97.5% and for arterial insufficiency was 92.8%. When applied to 10 patients, the system successfully conducted 143 automated monitoring sessions without significant issues. Conclusions and Relevance: The findings of this study suggest that a novel automated system may enable efficient flap monitoring with minimal use of clinician time. It may be anticipated to serve as an effective surveillance tool for postoperative free flap monitoring. Further studies are required to verify its reliability.
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Inteligência Artificial , Retalhos de Tecido Biológico , Humanos , Masculino , Feminino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Idoso , Adulto , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Fotografação/métodos , Monitorização Fisiológica/métodos , Monitorização Fisiológica/instrumentação , Adulto Jovem , Adolescente , Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica/métodos , Reprodutibilidade dos TestesRESUMO
BACKGROUND: The efficacy of tranexamic acid (TXA) has been reported in breast surgery; however, its application and duration have varied across studies. This study aimed to assess the early postoperative outcomes of rinsing the breast pocket with TXA during prepectoral prosthetic breast reconstruction using an acellular dermal matrix (ADM). METHODS: A retrospective chart review was conducted in consecutive patients who underwent immediate prosthetic prepectoral reconstruction between August 2021 and December 2022. For cases performed during the earlier part of the study period (up to April 2022), TXA was not administered (non-TXA group), whereas those performed after April 2022 received topical TXA application during surgery (TXA group). Postoperative outcomes including hematoma, seroma, drainage volume, and drain maintenance duration were compared between the two groups using propensity score matching (PSM). RESULTS: A total of 674 breasts were analyzed; 280 in the TXA group and 394 were in the non-TXA group. There were 251 breasts in each group after PSM, and their characteristics were similar. The incidence of hematoma in the first 24 hours and total drain output were significantly lower in the TXA group than the non-TXA group. In cases of direct-to-implant cases, the TXA group showed a significantly lower seroma rate. CONCLUSIONS: Rinsing the breast pocket with TXA can potentially reduce the occurrence of hematoma and decrease drain output in prepectoral ADM-assisted prosthetic breast reconstruction. Moreover, this approach may be beneficial in lowering the incidence of seroma in direct-to-implant reconstruction.
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Derme Acelular , Implante Mamário , Implantes de Mama , Neoplasias da Mama , Mamoplastia , Ácido Tranexâmico , Humanos , Feminino , Ácido Tranexâmico/uso terapêutico , Estudos Retrospectivos , Implante Mamário/efeitos adversos , Seroma/etiologia , Seroma/prevenção & controle , Mamoplastia/efeitos adversos , Hematoma/etiologia , Hematoma/prevenção & controle , Neoplasias da Mama/cirurgiaRESUMO
Background: Mast cells (MCs) and neural cells (NCs) are important in a keloid microenvironment. They might contribute to fibrosis and pain sensation within the keloid. However, their involvement in pathological excessive scarring has not been adequately explored. Objectives: To elucidate roles of MCs and NCs in keloid pathogenesis and their correlation with disease activity. Methods: Keloid samples from chest and back regions were analyzed. Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) was conducted for six active keloids (AK) samples, four inactive keloids (IK) samples, and three mature scar (MS) samples from patients with keloids. Results: The scRNA-seq analysis demonstrated notable enrichment of MCs, lymphocytes, and macrophages in AKs, which exhibited continuous growth at the excision site when compared to IK and MS samples (P = 0.042). Expression levels of marker genes associated with activated and degranulated MCs, including FCER1G, BTK, and GATA2, were specifically elevated in keloid lesions. Notably, MCs within AK lesions exhibited elevated expression of genes such as NTRK1, S1PR1, and S1PR2 associated with neuropeptide receptors. Neural progenitor cell and non-myelinating Schwann cell (nmSC) genes were highly expressed in keloids, whereas myelinating Schwann cell (mSC) genes were specific to MS samples. Conclusions: scRNA-seq analyses of AK, IK, and MS samples unveiled substantial microenvironmental heterogeneity. Such heterogeneity might be linked to disease activity. These findings suggest the potential contribution of MCs and NCs to keloid pathogenesis. Histopathological and molecular features observed in AK and IK samples provide valuable insights into the mechanisms underlying pain and pruritus in keloid lesions.
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Queloide , Humanos , Queloide/patologia , Mastócitos/metabolismo , Prurido , Dor/patologiaRESUMO
PURPOSE: Despite the increasing use of immediate breast reconstruction (IBR), its oncologic safety in the setting of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) needs to be comprehensively clarified in breast cancer management. The objective of the present study was to analyze the oncologic safety of IBR following NACT. METHODS: In total, 587 patients with breast cancer who underwent a total mastectomy (TM) with IBR after NACT between 2008 and 2017 at a single institution were retrospectively reviewed. The reviewed patients with IBR following skin-sparing mastectomy (SSM) or nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) were matched 1:3 to patients who underwent TM alone after NACT. Matching variables included age, clinical T and N stages before NACT, response to NACT, pathologic T and N stages, and molecular subtypes. RESULTS: After propensity score matching, 95 patients who underwent IBR following SSM/NSM after NACT (IBR group) and 228 patients who underwent TM alone after NACT (TM group) were selected. The median follow-up period was 73 (range, 5-181) months after matching. After matching, there were no significant differences between the two groups in 5-year locoregional recurrence-free survival (88.8% vs. 91.2%, p = 0.516), disease-free survival (67.3% vs. 76.6%, p = 0.099), distant metastasis-free survival (71.9% vs. 81.9%, p = 0.057), or overall survival (84.1% vs. 91.5, p = 0.061) rates. In multivariate analyses, conducting IBR was not associated with increased risks for locoregional recurrence, any recurrence, distant metastasis, or overall death. CONCLUSION: Our findings suggest that IBR following SSM/NSM elicits comparable long-term oncologic outcomes to those of TM alone in the setting of NACT.