Management of complications following implant-based breast reconstruction: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Complications associated with implant-based reconstruction have a spectrum of severity with sequelae ranging from mild aesthetic deformities to additional surgery, reconstructive failure and systemic illness. The purpose of this narrative review of the literature is to provide updated evidence-based information on the management of complications in implant-based reconstruction.

Methods

A systematic search of PubMed, OVID MEDLINE and the Cochrane Library databases was performed to identify common complications associated with implant-based breast reconstruction, incidences of occurrence as well as preventative and management strategies.

Key content and findings

Pertinent short and long-term complications of implant-based breast reconstruction i

SUBMITTER: Meshkin DH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10777227 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature