Cancer Institute A national cancer institute
designated cancer center

Gordon K. Lee, M.D.

Publication Details

  • Should we continue to consider obesity a relative contraindication for autologous microsurgical breast reconstruction?

    Momeni A, Ahdoot MA, Kim RY, Leroux E, Galaiya DJ, Lee GK. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2012; 65 (4): 420-5

    Obesity is not only a causative factor for premature mortality, it has also been demonstrated to be associated with an increased postoperative complication rate. As such, it has traditionally been considered a relative contraindication to autologous breast reconstruction. The purpose of this study was to assess whether this recommendation is justified.

    PubMedID: 22024538

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