Incidence of Breast Hematoma after Placement of Breast Prostheses

B. Collins, James; N. Verheyden, Charles

doi:10.1097/prs.0b013e3182402ce0

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Incidence of Breast Hematoma after Placement of Breast Prostheses

Published in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery • Feb 29, 2012

Authors:

James B. Collins

Charles N. Verheyden

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Prosthetic breast implants are frequently used by plastic surgeons for reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. One known complication of the procedure is postoperative breast hematoma. However, the incidence and risk factors of this problem are not fully characterized. METHODS: A retros...

Subject

Medicine

Hematoma

Incidence (geometry)

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