Abstract
The advantages of breast reconstruction using the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap have been well-established. Requiring incision of the rectus abdominis muscle and fascia but not excision of these structures, the DIEP flap has greatly reduced donor-site morbidity. The superficial inferior epigastric artery (SIEA) flap has the ability to virtually eliminate donor-site morbidity because it requires neither incision or excision of the rectus abdominis muscle and fascia. Despite this distinct advantage, the SIEA flap has yet to establish itself as a reliable flap for breast reconstruction. A retrospective study was conducted to compare these two methods of breast reconstruction and to determine whether there is a difference in outcome.
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