Ultrasonic Perfusion Imaging for Monitoring Mastectomy Skin Microcirculation in Post-mastectomy Irradiated Patients Before and After Autologous Fat Transfer

Mayo Clinic

Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate post-mastectomy breast skin blood supply (perfusion) after radiation therapy, and before and after fat grafting to the breast(s).

Eligibility

Age range: 18+ years
Sex: Female
Healthy volunteers: No

Detailed criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Breast cancer patients undergoing immediate tissue expander or implant reconstruction requiring radiation therapy * Have undergone mastectomy Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who are unwilling to participate

Interventions

Procedure
Fat grafting
Fat grafting

Location

Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota