Abstract
Cosmetic reconstruction of the breast can involve implantation of a prosthetic
device. Due to contraction of the fibrotic capsule that develops around them, implants undergo deformation in 10%–50% of cases; grade III or IV contracture requires implant removal. Based on its efficacy in treating lymphoedema and fibrosis,
recent work in the USA has shown improvements in capsular contracture in humans following low-level laser treatment (LLLT). The authors evaluated the effect of LLLT on fibrosis associated with implant capsules in an animal model.
device. Due to contraction of the fibrotic capsule that develops around them, implants undergo deformation in 10%–50% of cases; grade III or IV contracture requires implant removal. Based on its efficacy in treating lymphoedema and fibrosis,
recent work in the USA has shown improvements in capsular contracture in humans following low-level laser treatment (LLLT). The authors evaluated the effect of LLLT on fibrosis associated with implant capsules in an animal model.
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 1 |
Publication status | Published - 2014 |
Event | 10th Australasian Lymphology Association Conference - Auckland, New Zealand Duration: 3 Apr 2014 → 5 Apr 2014 https://www.lymphoedema.org.au/education-&-resources/ala-conference/past-conferences |
Conference
Conference | 10th Australasian Lymphology Association Conference |
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Abbreviated title | 2014 ALA Conference |
Country/Territory | New Zealand |
City | Auckland |
Period | 3/04/14 → 5/04/14 |
Other | The 10th Biennial ALA Conference, held in Auckland continued to build the scientific and research interest in lymphology and lymphoedema and to provide an important venue for lymphoedema management skills updating. |
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Keywords
- micro-CT
- animal model
- breast cancer
- fibrosis
- lymphoedema