Mesh use in surgical breast reconstruction is becoming increasingly common; however,
there is still no consensus on whether synthetic matrices or biological matrices produce the …

Breasts reconstructed with implants, following mastectomy, lack the soft-tissue envelope of
natural breasts. Further implant-related complications such as implant visibility …

Background: Nipple-sparing mastectomy is increasingly used for treatment and prevention
of breast cancer. Few data exist on risk factors for complications and reconstruction …

Background The use of conservative mastectomies has risen significantly during the last few
years. The reconstructive choice of direct-to-implant reconstruction has become more …

Background Immediate implant reconstruction after a conservative mastectomy is an
attractive option made easier by prosthetic devices. Titanized polypropylene meshes are …

Background: There is an intense push to decrease overall healthcare costs in the United
States. Although the use of acellular dermal matrix in implant-based reconstruction has …

Background: Acellular dermal matrix for implant-based breast reconstruction appears to
cause higher early complication rates, but long-term outcomes are perceived to be superior …

Background Comparative studies on the use of meshes and acellular dermal matrices
(ADM) in implant-based breast reconstruction (IBBR) have not yet been performed. Methods …

Modern advances in tissue engineering have transformed the plastic surgeon's
management strategies across a wide variety of applications. Comprehension of the …

Background Capsular contracture is a known complication of breast augmentation and is
among the top reasons for revisional breast augmentation procedures. The use of acellular …