Do Acellularized Dermal Matrices Change the Rationale for Immediate Versus Delayed Breast Reconstruction?

Lawrence B. Draper, Joseph J. Disa

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Abstract

This article focuses on the contribution of acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) to immediate breast reconstruction. The current literature on ADMs is reviewed and the potential advantages and disadvantages of their use are highlighted. Technical considerations on how to effectively use these materials is presented.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)113-118
Number of pages6
JournalClinics in Plastic Surgery
Volume39
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2012
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Acellular dermal matrix
  • AlloDerm
  • Breast reconstruction
  • Implant-based reconstruction
  • Strattice
  • Tissue expander

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery

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