Salvage of the failed implant breast reconstruction using the Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap. A single centre experience with tertiary breast reconstruction

We present the largest UK series of tertiary breast reconstruction. Tertiary reconstruction is safe with a surgical outcome comparable to delayed autologous reconstruction. Patients with implant complications often had multiple failed attempts at salvage prior to referral. We advocate careful consideration of implants in the setting of PMRT and early referral for autologous tissue once complications become apparent.