The Role of Acellular Dermal Matrices in Capsular Contracture: A Review of the Evidence

Despite advances in breast implant surgery, capsular contracture remains a challenging sequela of reconstructive and cosmetic breast implant surgery. Although there are established modalities for treatment, most recently, acellular dermal matrix products have been suggested to have a role in preventing or diminishing the pathologic process of capsular contracture. In this article, the author presents a review of the literature to highlight the level of evidence on the role of acellular dermal matrices in the treatment of capsular contracture. (Plast. Reconstr. Surg. 130 (Suppl. 2): 118S, 2012.)