The term autologous means derived from the same individual or involving a patient as both the donor and the recipient1. There are numerous ways that humans utilize their own tissues such as blood transfusion,
In a 2016 journal article authored by members of Dr. John Kim’s research team, published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the issue of seroma in prosthetic breast reconstruction was evaluated. A seroma is a serous fluid pool that can form after surgery on the breast (2).
The modern implant was invented by Drs. Thomas Cronin and Frank Gerow1. From 1963 till the mid-nineties the implant went through five generations. The original Cronin-Gerow implant was tear drop shaped and it was attached within the implant pocket1-3.
Mammography is the most common radiographic tool used to identify lesions that may indicate breast cancer. In a comprehensive report by the United States Preventative Services Task Force they found a reduced breast cancer mortality in women who underwent regular mammography screenings1.