Optimising Autologous Breast Reconstruction: Pneumothorax and Pneumomediastinum—A Literature Review and First Reported Case of Pneumomediastinum Following Bilateral DIEP Flap Reconstruction
Akshay Soni, Ishith Seth, Kaiyang Lim, Alexander Phan, Richard J. Ross, Mathew Lee, Warren M. Rozen · 2026
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Akshay Soni and colleagues review chest air complications after autologous breast reconstruction. Their 2026 paper pairs a case report with a focused literature review. Air in the chest cavity or mediastinum after flap reconstruction is uncommon. Its causes and frequency are poorly mapped so far. A personal approach must weigh anatomy, technique, and anesthesia together.
The case concerns a 41-year-old woman after bilateral DIEP flap reconstruction. Air in the mediastinum was found after surgery. She had low blood pressure and a persistently fast heart rate. The review gathered primary studies of these complications after flap surgery. Data covered rates, injury mechanisms, and management choices. The authors aim to sharpen perioperative planning for reconstruction patients.
Catalog record
| CREATOR | Akshay Soni, Ishith Seth, Kaiyang Lim, Alexander Phan, Richard J. Ross, Mathew Lee, Warren M. Rozen |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2026 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 37 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |