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. 2019 Feb 27;1(1):ojz006. doi: 10.1093/asjof/ojz006

Table 4.

Prepectoral Implants Radiated After Reconstructiona

Events (n = 9 breasts, 8 patients) Incidence (%)b
Major infection 1 (11)
Minor infection 1 (11)
Implant removed and replaced 1 (11)
Additional unplanned surgeryc 1 (13)

a No significant differences were found in any outcomes between those who did and did not receive radiation after surgery (P > 0.05). No occurrence of skin necrosis, seroma, implant malposition, wound dehiscence, capsular contracture (Grade III/IV), or implants removed and not replaced.

b All rates per breast except additional unplanned surgery which is per patient.

c Unplanned surgery required to address a complication.