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ReviewAesthetic plastic surgery2026

Advances in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction in the Setting of Post-Mastectomy Radiotherapy.

Qingyu Wang, Bingyue Li, Siyu Chen, Jun Wang

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Review in Aesthetic plastic surgery, 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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Qingyu WangDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Hebei Clinical Research Center for Radiation Oncology, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.
Bingyue LiDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Hebei Clinical Research Center for Radiation Oncology, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.
Siyu ChenDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Hebei Clinical Research Center for Radiation Oncology, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.
Jun WangDepartment of Radiation Oncology, Hebei Clinical Research Center for Radiation Oncology, The Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China. wangjun0818@hebmu.edu.cn.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9733-1433

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National Key R&D Program of China 2023YFC2413900
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundBreast reconstruction and post-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) have become integral components of comprehensive breast cancer management. The coordination of radiation therapy and reconstruction must balance long-term oncologic safety with optimal aesthetic outcomes.

objectiveThis narrative review aims to evaluate and synthesize the latest advancements in the integration of implant-based breast reconstruction and radiotherapy. Specifically, it seeks to clarify the impact of reconstructive timing, material selection, anatomical placement, and advanced radiation techniques on clinical outcomes. The primary endpoint was defined as the incidence of treatment-related complications, and secondary endpoints included long-term aesthetic outcomes and oncologic safety.

methodsWe systematically screened and synthesized the existing literature by searching core databases, including PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science. RESULTS AND

conclusionCurrently, the integration of implant-based breast reconstruction with radiotherapy remains an active area of investigation, with consensus lacking on many key aspects. The integration of implant-based reconstruction and radiotherapy necessitates multidisciplinary collaboration to develop individualized treatment strategies. Future prospective studies are warranted to optimize clinical pathways. NO LEVEL ASSIGNED: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each submission to which Evidence-Based Medicine rankings are applicable. This excludes Review Articles, Book Reviews, and manuscripts that concern Basic Science, Animal Studies, Cadaver Studies, and Experimental Studies. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266.

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Breast cancerImplant-based breast reconstructionPost-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT)RadiotherapyTwo-stage breast reconstruction

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