Breast reconstruction after classic radical mastectomy: use of omental pedicled grafts and fascia lata.

The omental pedicle graft is a technic developed to replace tissues removed by classic radical mastectomies in preparation for constructing a new breast. The graft and the reconstruction may be done in one stage. The advantages of the technic are (1) the tissue is readily available, (2) it can be done in one or two stages, and (3) it provides improved esthetic results. During the past eight years, I have used this technic for breast reconstruction in 24 cases.