Bonus Episode. PRS Journal Club Live: DIEP Flap vs PAP Flap vs LAP Flap with Dr. Said C. Azoury

Oct 23, 2024

Dr. Said C. Azoury, a pioneering reconstructive microsurgeon at the University of Pennsylvania, dives into the intricacies of breast reconstruction techniques in this engaging session. He contrasts the DIEP, PAP, and LAP flaps, weighing their complication rates and aesthetic outcomes. Insights into the importance of surgeon experience and preoperative counseling are shared. The audience’s input adds a lively element, especially regarding the innovative SIEA technique, sparking discussions on patient-centered approaches in surgical planning.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Exploring Autologous Reconstruction Techniques

03:53 • 18min

Techniques and Considerations in Breast Flap Reconstruction

21:34 • 5min

Audience Insights on Surgical Options for Breast Reconstruction

26:18 • 5min

Exploring Flap Reconstruction Techniques and Aesthetic Outcomes

30:53 • 7min