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

Over the last decade, stem cell-associated therapies are widely used because of their
potential in self-renewable and multipotent differentiation ability. Stem cells have become …

Background: Since the introduction of nipple-sparing mastectomy as an oncologically safe
procedure for the treatment of breast cancer, reconstructive efforts for immediate staged …

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 …

Background: The use of acellular dermal matrices has become increasingly popular in
immediate and delayed tissue expander/implant–based breast reconstruction. However, it is …

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 The expectation for improved results by women undergoing postmastectomy
reconstruction has steadily risen. A majority of these operations are tissue expander/implant …

Background: The advantages of hybrid breast reconstruction (ie, the combination of free
tissue transfer with simultaneous implant placement) are well known. In an attempt to further …

As breast cancer outcomes improve and more people with breast cancer survive longer
following diagnosis, many survivors must deal with the effects of treatment. Some adverse …

Background The popularity of utilizing mesh in the breast has varied over the years. It is well
described, and yet there has been poor uptake of its utilization in aesthetic breast surgery …