Abstract 14. Should Nerve Coaptation Be Routine? Breast Sensation Following Mastectomy +/- Reconstruction

Purpose: Restoration of breast sensation following breast reconstruction is an evolving part of the reconstructive paradigm. Although spontaneous recovery of sensation has been reported following mastectomy, surgeons are advocating for innervated reconstructions using neurotization at the time of autologous reconstruction. In an effort to further elucidate the evidence basis for nerve coaptation, a meta-analysis of the literature was undertaken