Current Opinion of Reconstructive and Aesthetic Breast Surgery
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "General Surgery".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026 | Viewed by 299
Special Issue Editors
Interests: reconstructive breast surgery; breast lipofilling; autologous fat transfer; CELT; aesthetic plastic surgery; microsurgery; aesthetic breast surgery; PROM; digital anthropometry; facial surgery
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Interests: aesthetic plastic surgery; microsurgery; aesthetic breast surgery; PROM; digital anthropometry; facial surgery; facial anatomy; injectables
Interests: reconstructive breast surgery; breast lipofilling; autologous fat transfer; CELT; aesthetic plastic surgery; microsurgery; aesthetic breast surgery; PROM; digital anthropometry; injectables; synthetic mesh
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery has evolved significantly, driven by advancements in surgical techniques, implant technology, and patient-centered care. This Special Issue on the current opinion of reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery explores the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in this dynamic field.
A key advancement revolutionizing breast surgery is digital anthropometry. This technology provides precise measurements of breast dimensions, volume, and symmetry, enhancing preoperative planning and postoperative assessment. By enabling surgeons to create detailed, patient-specific surgical plans and objectively evaluate outcomes, digital anthropometry improves surgical accuracy and patient satisfaction. Additionally, 3D visualization eases communication between surgeons and patients, fostering informed decision-making.
In breast reconstruction, whether following mastectomy or addressing congenital deformities, personalized approaches are increasingly prioritized. Surgeons consider factors like body type and cancer treatments when selecting between implant-based and autologous methods. In aesthetic breast surgery, synthetic meshes are emerging as a promising alternative to acellular dermal matrices, offering comparable outcomes with potential cost benefits and improved long-term aesthetic results.
In this Special Issue, we also invite authors to submit papers on emerging concerns in breast surgery, including complications such as breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) and breast implant illness (BII), underscoring the need for ongoing vigilance and research in ensuring patient safety.
Prof. Dr. Lukas Prantl
Dr. Konstantin Frank
Dr. Vanessa Brébant
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- reconstructive breast surgery
- lipofilling
- microsurgery
- aesthetic breast surgery
- PROM
- digital anthropometry
- autologous fat transfer
- ADM
- synthetic mesh
- BIA-ALCL
- BII
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