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Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction
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[Quo vadis? Breast implants--current trends and new concepts]
I Sukhova1, D Müller, M Eisenmann-Klein
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Plastische Chirurgie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, München.
Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Handchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Mikrochirurgie Der Peripheren Nerven Und Gefasse : Organ Der V
|August 31, 2012
Summary
Advancements in breast implant technology focus on surface modifications to improve biocompatibility and reduce capsular contracture. New drug-eluting coatings show promise for localized treatment, minimizing side effects.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials science and regenerative medicine
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Drug delivery systems
Context:
- Breast augmentation and reconstruction frequently utilize implants.
- Capsular contracture remains a significant complication.
- Recent concerns regarding specific implant materials necessitate improved safety and efficacy.
Purpose:
- To review current trends in breast implant surface modifications.
- To explore strategies for enhancing biocompatibility and reducing capsular contracture.
- To discuss novel drug delivery approaches using implant surfaces.
Summary:
- Breast implants have evolved through several generations, with modifications to surface textures and coatings (e.g., polyurethane, titanium).
- Recent research focuses on antifibrotic and antibacterial coatings, biomimicry, and nanotechnology to improve biocompatibility and reduce capsular contracture.
- Drug delivery systems utilizing implant surfaces offer potential for localized, sustained release to manage complications.
Impact:
- Novel coating technologies could enable localized drug administration, potentially reducing systemic side effects.
- Further research is needed to address controlled drug release, long-term outcomes, and safety of continuous local drug administration.
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