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The Use of Acellular Dermal Matrices in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction

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Expander-implant-based implant reconstruction is a commonly used technique in breast reconstruction. Complications can be difficult to avoid. The use of acellular dermal matrices has become a useful mainstay in reducing complications and improving outcomes in implant-based reconstruction

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  1. Department of Plastic Surgery, Proctor Hospital, Peoria, USA

    Glyn Jones

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  1. , BreastUnit, Hospital Nossa Senhora das Gracas, Rua Padre Agostinho 913 ap 51, Curitiba, 80430050, Brazil

    Cicero Urban

  2. , Plastic and Reconstructive Division, European Institute of Oncology, Via Ripamonti, 435, Milan, 20100, Italy

    Mario Rietjens

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Jones, G. (2013). The Use of Acellular Dermal Matrices in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction. In: Urban, C., Rietjens, M. (eds) Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-2652-0_23

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