Comparing body-tissue vs. implant breast reconstruction
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of breast reconstruction after mastectomy: using your own tissue (DIEP flap) versus using an implant. It aims to see which gives better results.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are biologically female and 18 or older.
- You have had or will have a mastectomy.
- You have a low surgical risk (ASA class 1 or 2).
- Your BMI is below 30.
- You are a nonsmoker and have not had radiation to that breast.
- You speak Swedish and can give consent.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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