Original article title
Endoscopic-assisted Versus Open Latissimus Dorsi Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Randomized Comparative Study.
Takeaway
Endoscopic-assisted back-muscle flap harvest produced shorter scars and greater donor-site satisfaction than open harvest, but took longer. In this small randomized trial, breast satisfaction and complication rates did not differ significantly.
Keep in mind
Randomized trial; 59 patients.
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