Is the use of a dermal matrix mandatory in breast reconstruction with prosthesis after radiotherapy?
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mammaplasty, radiotherapy, breast neoplasms, acellular dermisAbstract
Breast reconstruction is a crucial step in the treatment of breast cancer, allowing not only the restoration of body shape but also a significant improvement in patients' quality of life. However, choosing the ideal technique is a multifactorial challenge that requires consideration of several anatomical and clinical aspects. During the Northeast Mastology Conference held in September 2024 in Natal, it was agreed by consensus that the use of a dermal matrix (ADM) is not mandatory in breast reconstruction with prosthesis after radiotherapy.
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