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Prepectoral vs Subpectoral Implants
Apr 16, 2024
In the 1960s silicone gel breast implants came into use, allowing for breast reconstruction post-mastectomy or augmentation to be possible, but at that time, there was no clear standard for the implant placement. At first, surgeons placed the prosthesis in front of the chest (pectoralis major) muscle, but the chance of postoperative complications was high.
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