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World J Clin Cases. Apr 6, 2023; 11(10): 2201-2212
Published online Apr 6, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i10.2201
Breast reconstruction: Review of current autologous and implant-based techniques and long-term oncologic outcome
Mahdi Malekpour, Fatemeh Malekpour, Howard Tz-Ho Wang
Mahdi Malekpour, Fatemeh Malekpour, Howard Tz-Ho Wang, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Texas Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX 78229, United States
Author contributions: Malekpour M, Malekpour F, Wang HTH analyzed the data and wrote the manuscript; All authors have read and approve the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
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Corresponding author: Mahdi Malekpour, MD, Surgeon, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Texas Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229, United States. ma_malekpour@yahoo.com
Received: December 28, 2022
Peer-review started: December 28, 2022
First decision: January 30, 2023
Revised: February 13, 2023
Accepted: March 15, 2023
Article in press: March 15, 2023
Published online: April 6, 2023
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Breast reconstruction can be achieved using autologous and implant-based techniques. Each method has its indications and contraindications accompanied by advantages and disadvantages. An astute plastic surgeon should have deep understanding of the nuances for each technique when consulting patients about reconstructive breast options.