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5 documented risks. Severity reflects clinical significance, not probability.
Seroma (fluid collection requiring aspiration)
moderate15.00% (10.00–25.00%)Prevention: Quilting sutures; drains; compression garment; reduced patient activity in early phase.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Wound dehiscence (separation)
moderate5.00%Prevention: Tension-free closure; smoking cessation; restricted activity.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Deep vein thrombosis / pulmonary embolism
severe0.50% (0.20–1.00%)Prevention: Mechanical and pharmacological prophylaxis per NICE NG89; early mobilisation; avoidance of long-haul flying within 10-14 days.
Sources: nice-ng89-venous-thromboembolism
Skin necrosis at incision margins
moderate5.00%Prevention: Smoking cessation 4 weeks pre-operatively; conservative undermining; appropriate flap design.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Hypertrophic or keloid scar
minor10.00%Prevention: Silicone sheet/scar massage from week 2; sun protection.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters