Rib Resection vs. Rib Preservation in Autologous Breast Reconstruction: An Outcome Analysis of 234 Patients
The rib-sparing approach shows significant advantages over rib-resection, particularly in terms of reduced postoperative morbidity and more aesthetically pleasing result with fewer secondary interventions. When technically feasible, it should be considered the preferred method in autologous breast reconstruction.Clinical Question/Level of Evidence.
Authors
- Tobias Hirsch (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3641-2707)
- Philipp Wiebringhaus
- Henrik H. L. Jakob
- Marie-Luise Aitzetmüller-Klietz
- Matthias M. Aitzetmüller-Klietz
Institutions
- University Hospital Münster (DE)
- Klinikum Passau (DE)
- Fachklinik Hornheide (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Published
- 2026-02-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/prs.0000000000012922
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00