Table 3. Comparison of overall satisfaction scores between implant-based and pedicled TRAM flap breast reconstruction.
| Satisfaction | Implant-based reconstruction (n=30) | Pedicled TRAM flap reconstruction (n=30) | Mean difference (95% CI) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall satisfaction score (0–100 scale) | 90.8±13.9 | 81.7±18.5 | 9.17 (0.71 to 17.62) | 0.03 |
| Likert scale categories | ||||
| 5 (extremely satisfied) | 20 (66.7) | 13 (43.3) | – | – |
| 4 (very satisfied) | 9 (30.0) | 12 (40.0) | – | – |
| 3 (satisfied) | 1 (3.3) | 5 (16.7) | – | – |
| 2 (not satisfied) | 0 (0.0) | 0 (0.0) | – | – |
| 1 (extremely dissatisfied) | 0 (0.0) | 0 (0.0) | – | – |
Data are presented as mean ± standard deviation or n (%). Satisfaction scores were assessed using a 5-point Likert scale and transformed to a 0–100 scale for analysis, with higher scores indicating greater satisfaction. Mean differences represent implant-based reconstruction minus pedicled TRAM flap reconstruction. A two-sided P value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. CI, confidence interval; TRAM, transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous.