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Expander to Implant-Based Reconstruction
Book chapter

Expander to Implant-Based Reconstruction

Renee J. Gasgarth and Wrood Kassira
Operative Dictations in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, pp.145-148
Springer International Publishing
2016-12-31

Abstract

Breast reconstruction Capsulectomy Capsulorrhaphy Capsulotomy Implant exchange Implant-based breast reconstruction Tissue expanders for breast reconstruction
This chapter describes the surgical steps for the exchange of tissue expanders to permanent implants for breast reconstruction. It discusses preoperative markings, step-by-step intraoperative details, postoperative care, and possible complications. In addition to providing a sample dictation, it also suggests further readings in the techniques that assist with implant-based breast reconstruction.

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