Prosthesis salvage in breast reconstruction patients with periprosthetic infection and exposure. Plastic and reconstructive surgery, Jan 2012, Vol. 129 (1), p.42-48.
Prince, M.D., et al.
http://journals.lww.com/plasreconsurg/Abstract/2012/01000/Prosthesis_Salvage_in_Breast_Reconstruction.10.aspx
Breast prosthesis reconstruction continues to be the most common form of breast reconstruction, and infection and exposure remain major concerns for patients and surgeons. The data from the authors' results provide additional tools for patient selection and treatment, and offer a simplified management protocol for breast reconstruction patients with infected and/or exposed breast prostheses.