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Flap fixation in preventing seroma formation after mastectomy: an updated meta-analysis

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  • Nunzio Velotti

  • Gennaro Limite

  • Antonio Vitiello

  • Giovanna Berardi

  • Mario Musella

  • April 22, 2021

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    Seroma formation after mastectomy is a common complication, with incidence rates ranging from 3% to 90%.

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    Flap fixation techniques may effectively reduce seroma formation by minimizing dead space after mastectomy.

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    The meta-analysis aimed to evaluate flap fixation as a potential gold standard intervention in mastectomy surgery.

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    Inclusion criteria for the meta-analysis focused on studies comparing mastectomy with and without flap fixation.

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    Statistical analysis included odds ratios and meta-regression to assess the impact of various demographic and oncological factors.

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Flap fixation in preventing seroma formation after mastectomy: an updated meta-analysis

  • by Nunzio Velotti, Gennaro Limite, Antonio Vitiello, Giovanna Berardi, Mario Musella

  • April 22, 2021

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