Single vs. Multiple Perforator Flaps in Autologous Breast Reconstruction: A Regression Analysis of Clinical Outcomes and Financial Metrics
These results demonstrate equivalent donor and recipient site clinical outcomes between single vs. multiple perforator flaps. This likely reflects the surgeons' approach to balanced flap designs that prioritize adequate flap perfusion while attempting to limit excess abdominal dissection. When multiple perforators are indicated, OR time, length of stay, and MME use increase accordingly. The financial impact of this is not insignificant and warrants consideration.
Authors
- Eileen Wen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9326-7107)
- Robert G. DeVito (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7301-0424)
- Kristen L. Stephens (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5508-4593)
- John T. Stranix (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9770-6127)
- Scott Thomas Hollenbeck (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3065-4892)
- Benjamin G. Ke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6765-818X)
- Jesse Chou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3747-3795)
- Chris A. Campbell (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3308-5517)
Institutions
- University of Virginia Health System (US)
- University of Virginia (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Published
- 2025-10-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/prs.0000000000012512
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00