Application of Three-Dimensional Printed Vascular Modeling as a Perioperative Guide to Perforator Mapping and Pedicle Dissection during Abdominal Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction.

Michael V DeFazioElsa M ArribasFaisal I AhmadHuong T Le-PetrossJun LiuCarrie K ChuLumarie SantiagoMark W Clemens

Published in: Journal of reconstructive microsurgery (2020)

The results of this study support the accuracy of 3DVM for identifying DIEA topography and perforator location. Application of this technology may translate to enhanced operative efficiency and fewer perfusion-related complications for patients undergoing abdominal free flap breast reconstruction.

Keyphrases

breast reconstruction
patients undergoing
high resolution
minimally invasive
risk factors
cardiac surgery
drug induced