The value of mastectomy flap fixation in reducing fluid drainage and seroma formation in breast cancer patients
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Prolonged and excessive drainage of serous fluid and seroma formation constitute the most common complications after mastectomy for breast carcinoma. Seroma formation delays wound healing, increases susceptibility to infection, skin...
Main Author: | Sakkary Mostafa A |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2012-01-01
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Series: | World Journal of Surgical Oncology |
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Online Access: | http://www.wjso.com/content/10/1/8 |
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