Indications and Controversies for Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction Utilizing Biological Meshes

The advent of acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) has changed the way implant reconstruction is performed and has opened the door to muscle-sparing techniques that can be performed as an NSM (nipple-sparing mastectomy) with DTI (direct to implant) with excellent cosmesis and less patient morbidity. The article discusses differences in types of ADMs and outlines some current strategies and controversies with ADM use.