Tissue expansion (optional): In some cases, a tissue expander may be placed first to stretch the skin gradually before inserting the permanent implant. This is a one-hour surgery after your mastectomy ...

Tissue expansion in bone augmentation encompasses strategies to generate surplus soft tissue prior to grafting or implant placement, thereby ensuring tension-free closure and minimising postoperative ...

4D printed hydrogel expanders use controlled buckling and low pressure to generate new soft tissue while preserving viability and activating early remodeling pathways for personalized reconstruction. ...

Your care team will review each of the stages with you and what you need to be prepared for this process. In stage one of breast reconstruction, your medical team will need to prepare your chest ...