Estimation of Hemi-Abdominal-Based Free Flap Weight Using Two Computed Tomography-Derived Measurements.

Nicolas GreigeBryce LiuDavid NashKatie E WeichmanJoseph A Ricci

Published in: Journal of reconstructive microsurgery (2021)

We developed and internally validated a simple and accurate formula for the preoperative estimation of hemi-abdominal-based free flap weight for breast reconstruction.

Keyphrases

breast reconstruction
computed tomography
body mass index
weight loss
physical activity
weight gain
positron emission tomography
body weight
patients undergoing
contrast enhanced
preterm infants