ReviewAesthetic surgery journal. Open forum2026
Infections in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction: A Systematic Review of Risk Factors, Prevention, and Salvage Strategies.
Review in Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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Abstract
Implant-based breast reconstruction (IBR) is the most commonly adopted technique following mastectomy because of its relative simplicity and shorter recovery time. However, infection remains one of its most frequent and challenging complications, potentially leading to delayed adjuvant therapy, increased healthcare costs, and implant loss. This systematic review provides an updated and structured appraisal of current evidence on infections in IBR, focusing on the following key outcomes: risk factors associated with postoperative infections; preventive strategies, including systemic and local prophylaxis; microbiological patterns and pathogen distribution; clinical outcomes across different reconstructive stages; and management and salvage approaches, including criteria for implant preservation vs explantation. A systematic search was performed in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Google Scholar following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 for studies published between January 2010 and May 2024. Studies were included if they reported original human data on infections after IBR. Twelve studies were analyzed for infection rates, microbiology, prophylaxis, and management. Infection rates ranged from 4.5% to 19.4%.
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