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Trends and Innovations in Autologous Breast Reconstruction

  • Received : 2022.12.15
  • Accepted : 2023.02.19
  • Published : 2023.05.15
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Abstract

More than 40 years have passed since the description of the first "free abdominoplasty flap" for breast reconstruction by Holmström. In the meantime, surgical advances and technological innovations have resulted in the widespread adoption of autologous breast reconstruction to recreate the female breast after mastectomy. While concepts and techniques are continuing to evolve, maintaining an overview is challenging. This article provides a review of current trends and recent innovations in autologous breast reconstruction.

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