The Role of Nitroglycerin in survival rates of mastectomy skin flaps: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract

Objective: Topical 2% nitroglycerin has recently been reported to enhance survivability of mastectomy skin flaps via its vasodilatory effect; however, this treatment has yet to be universally adopted. The aim of this study... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Hanyao Foong (University of Miami – Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA)
  2. Joseph Cioffi (University of Miami – Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA)
  3. Hui Wen Liang (University of Miami – Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA)
  4. Cristiano Boneti (University of Miami – Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA)
  5. Danny Yakoub (University of Miami – Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA)

Topic Area

Surgical Oncology

Session

QS-SurgOnc » Quick-Shot Presentations: Surgical Oncology (15:00 - Thursday, 21st September, Lee 404)