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Review
. 2017 Dec;140(6S Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction):14S-21S.
doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000004046.

Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction in Challenging Patients

Allen Gabriel  1   2 , G Patrick Maxwell  1   2
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Review

Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction in Challenging Patients

Allen Gabriel et al. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Dec.

Abstract

Implant-based reconstructions continue to remain on the forefront of breast reconstruction as the prepectoral approach gains popularity. This article reviews the challenging patients that surgeons face when evaluating their candidacy for prepectoral reconstruction. The prepectoral approach for thin, high body mass index and previously radiated patients will be reviewed.

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