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Preoperative and Intraoperative Predictors of Prolonged Length of Stay in Autologous Breast Reconstruction: A Stratified Analysis Using 2011-2023 ACS-NSQIP Datasets.
September 23, 2026 · The Journal of surgical research
Key takeaway
Black women undergoing a specific type of breast reconstruction called “free flap” stayed longer in the hospital. This matters because it highlights that factors beyond surgery, like race, can affect recovery time for our community after breast cancer surgery.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in cancer helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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