ArticlePlastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open2021
Patient Perceptions and Determinants of Choice for Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy among Saudi Patients.
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- Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Toward Breast Reconstruction Among Breast Surgery Healthcare Professionals in China.Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare · 2025Article
- The International Awareness of Breast Reconstruction.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2023Article
- Mastectomy Patients' Perspectives on Breast Reconstruction at a Tertiary Care Center in Eastern Saudi Arabia.Saudi journal of medicine & medical sciencesArticle
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Abstract
backgroundUndergoing mastectomy is often associated with a negative impact on the mental well-being of patients. Patients who undergo postmastectomy breast reconstruction (BR) have a better self-image and higher self-esteem. Many patients with breast cancer (BC) are unaware of the availability of BR options. This study aimed to assess BC patient perceptions and identify the determinants of patient choices to undergo BR after mastectomy.
methodsThis study was conducted between May 10, 2019 and February 29, 2020 via an interview-based questionnaire, among BC patients at King Abdul Aziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Ethical approval was obtained from the research ethics committee before the data collection.
resultsAltogether, 400 patients (an overall 82% response rate) were included, of whom 155 (38.75%) were group 1 (willing to undergo BR). The mean age for group 1 was 46.04 ± 8.79, which was younger than for group 2 (unwilling to undergo BR) (
conclusionsThe lack of knowledge and misconception about BR is one factor preventing BC patients from undergoing BR. Spreading awareness and providing accurate information regarding the procedure will allow women with BC to overcome postmastectomy fear.
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