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A surgical technique minimizes donor site complications in bilateral DIEP flap reconstruction, suggesting better outcomes.
In the majority of patients undergoing bilateral DIEP flap breast reconstruction, a midline pedicle exposure with minimal lateral fascial and muscle incisions can be utilized. The technique can be done in a safe manner to help minimize abdominal donor site morbidity and has resulted in a paradigm shift in how we approach this procedure.
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