The Impact of Marijuana Use on Postoperative Outcomes in Abdominal-Based Free Flap Breast Reconstruction.

Yi-Hsueh LuLakshmi MahajanHayeem L RudyYufan YanJoseph A Ricci

Published in: Journal of reconstructive microsurgery (2024)

Marijuana use increases the risks of postoperative venous thromboembolism and increased postoperative narcotic requirements in patients who underwent abdominal based free flap breast reconstruction. Future prospective cohort study is required to further understand marijuana associated risks in microsurgical procedures.

Keyphrases

breast reconstruction
patients undergoing
venous thromboembolism
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
human health
peritoneal dialysis
risk assessment
direct oral anticoagulants
current status
adipose tissue
patient reported
glycemic control