Oncoplastic Reconstruction
Surgical technique combining cancer resection with immediate plastic surgery reconstruction to optimize both oncologic and cosmetic outcomes.
Full Definition
Oncoplastic reconstruction represents the integration of oncologic surgery principles with plastic surgical techniques to achieve optimal cancer control while preserving form and function. Most commonly applied in breast cancer surgery, this approach allows for wider excisions with immediate reconstruction using local tissue rearrangement, distant flaps, or implant-based reconstruction. The technique enables more aggressive tumor removal while maintaining acceptable cosmetic results. Success requires careful preoperative planning, multidisciplinary coordination, and expertise in both oncologic and reconstructive surgical principles.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from purely cosmetic procedures; oncologic principles take priority over aesthetic considerations.
In Context
- "The patient underwent oncoplastic reconstruction with bilateral reduction mammoplasty to maintain symmetry after tumor excision." — operative report
- "Oncoplastic reconstruction techniques allow for wider tumor margins while preserving breast aesthetics." — surgical planning note