title: The Relationship of Bacterial Biofilms and Capsular Contracture in Breast Implants.
abstract: Capsular contracture is a common sequelae of implant-based breast augmentation. Despite its prevalence, the etiology of capsular contracture remains controversial. Numerous studies have identified microbial biofilms on various implantable materials, including breast implants. Furthermore, biofilms have been implicated in subclinical infections associated with other surgical implants. In this review, we discuss microbial biofilms as a potential etiology of capsular contracture. The review also outlines the key diagnostic modalities available to identify the possible infectious agents found in biofilm, as well as available preventative and treatment measures.
authors: Dr Ajdic is an Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL. Ms Zoghbi is a Medical Student, Dr Gerth is a Volunteer Assistant Professor, Dr Panthaki is a Professor, and Dr Thaller is Chief and a Professor, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
authors: Dragana
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authors: Ajdic
authors: Dr Ajdic is an Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL. Ms Zoghbi is a Medical Student, Dr Gerth is a Volunteer Assistant Professor, Dr Panthaki is a Professor, and Dr Thaller is Chief and a Professor, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
authors: Yasmina
authors: Y
authors: Zoghbi
authors: Dr Ajdic is an Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL. Ms Zoghbi is a Medical Student, Dr Gerth is a Volunteer Assistant Professor, Dr Panthaki is a Professor, and Dr Thaller is Chief and a Professor, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
authors: David
authors: D
authors: Gerth
authors: Dr Ajdic is an Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL. Ms Zoghbi is a Medical Student, Dr Gerth is a Volunteer Assistant Professor, Dr Panthaki is a Professor, and Dr Thaller is Chief and a Professor, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
authors: Zubin J
authors: ZJ
authors: Panthaki
authors: Dr Ajdic is an Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL. Ms Zoghbi is a Medical Student, Dr Gerth is a Volunteer Assistant Professor, Dr Panthaki is a Professor, and Dr Thaller is Chief and a Professor, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL.
authors: Seth
authors: S
authors: Thaller
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000818:Animals; D001419:Bacteria / Q000254:growth & development*; D018441:Biofilms / Q000254:growth & development*; D019928:Breast Implantation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D018427:Breast Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D054884:Host-Pathogen Interactions; D006801:Humans; D057910:Implant Capsular Contracture / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000382:microbiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D011379:Prognosis; D016459:Prosthesis-Related Infections / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000382:microbiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D012307:Risk Factors; D055815:Young Adult