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The influence of reconstruction choice and inclusion of radiation therapy on functional shoulder biomechanics in women undergoing mastectomy for breast cancer.

Joshua M LeonardisBrian J DiefenbachDaniel A LyonsThomas A OlingerAviram M GiladiAdeyiza O MomohDavid B Lipps
Published in: Breast cancer research and treatment (2018)
Disinsertion of the LD, not the disinsertion of the PM or radiotherapy, contributes to strength deficits following LD flap breast reconstructions. The combined disinsertion of the PM and LD compromises shoulder stability in the vertical plane. Shoulder function should be a focal point of the surgical decision-making process and postsurgical care.
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