CT-Angiography Prior to DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction

CT-Angiography Prior to DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction a Randomized Controlled Trial

This study will Investigate whether or not preoperative computed tomography (CT) angiography will lower operative times and post operative complications for breast reconstruction performed with a deep inferior epigastric artery perforator flap (DIEP).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Planning breast reconstruction with DIEP flap
• Age 18 to 75 years

Exclusion Criteria:

• Mild to moderate loss of kidney function (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) < 60)
• Decisionally challenged
• Pregnant
• Hepatic failure