A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Synthetic Mesh Outcomes in Alloplastic Breast Reconstruction.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mesh implants are frequently employed in alloplastic breast reconstruction. Notably, no mesh to date has FDA approval for this indication. Several synthetic meshes have been introduced with heterogeneous properties and outcomes.

Objectives

This study aims to systematically review synthetic mesh use in alloplastic breast reconstruction, describe rates of short-term complications, and analyze these outcomes in reports comparing synthetic and biologic meshes. The authors hypothesized data from comparative and noncomparative studies would show no significant differences between synthetic and biological meshes.

Methods

The authors conducted a systematic literature review following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Thi

SUBMITTER: Clark RC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11427907 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature