Awareness and Acceptability of Whole Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study

Key Points

• Participants showed a varying level of awareness about whole breast reconstruction options after mastectomy and expressed differing degrees of acceptability.
• The survey highlighted the importance of understanding patient perspectives to improve beliefs and choices related to breast reconstruction.
• By employing a cross-sectional survey, data was gathered from a diverse group of breast cancer survivors to gauge their views and knowledge.
• These findings may enable healthcare providers to enhance education and support for women faced with mastectomy decisions.