Abstract
Breast reconstruction has gained immense acceptance and it is continuously evolving. Recent advances in implant technology and additional products like acellular dermal matrices have revolutionized breast reconstruction in the modern era. However, autologous breast reconstruction with free flap has also witnessed profound advancements with very high success rates, with the potential to provide a durable and natural breast reconstruction and with very little if any morbidity. Although last word cannot be said about which is better between an implant-based reconstruction and autologous tissue, this chapter will focus on autologous free flap breast reconstruction, recent advancements, and the future of autologous breast reconstruction.
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Ashok, B.C., Sreekumar, D. (2023). Autologous Reconstruction of Breast. In: Deo, S. (eds) Breast Oncoplasty and Reconstruction. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5536-7_27
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