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 Single-stage direct-to-implant (DTI) breast reconstruction can offer several
potential benefits. Subpectoral DTI reconstruction can present with animation deformity and …

Background Implant-based reconstruction is currently the most common postmastectomy
breast reconstruction modality with over 86,000 procedures performed in 2017. Although …

Background In conservative mastectomies, in which the native skin envelope is preserved,
positioning an implant in the submuscular plane commonly leads to functional …

Methods A retrospective 2-group comparative chart review study was performed (June 2015–
January 2017) to identify all patients who underwent prepectoral direct-to-implant breast …

Background: Direct-to-implant breast reconstruction offers the intuitive advantages of
shortening the reconstructive process and reducing costs. In the authors' practice, direct-to …

Background: Prepectoral direct-to-implant breast reconstruction has historically been fraught
with complications, including flap necrosis, implant extrusion, and capsular contracture …

Background Approximately 80% of patients undergoing total mastectomy in the US opt for
implant-based breast reconstruction (IBBR). A two-stage reconstruction with tissue expander …

Background: Continued evolution of implant-based breast reconstruction involves
immediate placement of the implant above the pectoralis muscle. The shift to prepectoral …

Background Given the current trends in skin preservation during mastectomy, improved
biofilm reduction algorithms, and advancements in tissue bioengineering and perfusion …