title: Why I choose autogenous tissue in breast reconstruction.
abstract: The history of autogenous breast reconstruction is outlined followed by a review of the problems associated with prosthetic reconstructive techniques. The advantages of and indications for autogenous tissue reconstruction are highlighted and illustrated with clinical examples.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Emory Clinic, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Bostwick
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Jones
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty / Q000379:methods*; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000592:standards