Single Versus Double Drains in the Axillary and Pectoral Regions After Modified Radical Mastectomy
Comparative Analysis of Quilting Sutures With a Single Axillary Drain Versus Double Drains in the Axillary and Pectoral Regions for the Prevention of Seroma After Modified Radical Mastectomy
Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation
60 participants
Mar 27, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Normally, after this surgery, skin is stitched in the usual simple way, with no quilting, and two drains are put in to remove serosa, one under the arm and one on the chest. In this study, the investigator will use a different type of stitch called a quilting stitch, which helps stick the skin to the chest muscle so there is less serosa collection. The investigator will compare two groups: * Group A: Quilting stitches with two drains (one under the arm and one on the chest). * Group B: Quilting stitches with one drain only (under the arm).
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- All patients older than 18 years but less than 70 years of age,
- Diagnosed with breast carcinoma.
- All the patients undergoing upfront MRM,
- All patients undergoing MRM post-neoadjuvant chemotherapy.
Exclusion Criteria3
- Mastectomy \& sentinel lymph node biopsy
- Breast reconstruction surgery
- Defect covering flaps
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Interventions
In group A double drains will be placed, one in pectoral region and the other in axillary region.
A single drain will be placed in axillary region.
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NCT07512141