title: Criteria for indication of breast reconstruction.
abstract: Breast reconstruction has been affirmed as part of the treatment for locally advanced breast tumor, and the development of new techniques has been providing better results and widening surgical indications. The objective of this work was to establish and discuss the different criteria that are related to this indication, mainly in what refers to the timing for the procedure. Oncological, clinical and psychological aspects are evaluated according to experience accumulated in recent years, with immediate and delayed reconstruction, carried out in the most diverse specialized centers. The authors conclude that, in reference to the safety and benefits of immediate reconstruction, it would be indicated for any patient who wants it and presents favorable clinical and psychological conditions, without having any absolute contraindication from the oncological point of view.
authors.affiliation: Institute of Plastic Surgery Santa Cruz, São Paulo.
authors.forename: F H
authors.initials: FH
authors.lastname: Mendes
authors.forename: S R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Mendes
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Mélega
mesh_terms: D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty / Q000523:psychology; D008408:Mastectomy