Defining Infection in Breast Reconstruction: A Literature Review

Conclusions
Currently, there is no consensus on the definition of infection after implant-based IBR. We propose that the definition should include the administration of antibiotics beyond the surgeon's standard perioperative period with or without the presence of localized clinical signs of infection (erythema, pain, increased temperature, etc). A universal definition of postoperative infection after implant-based IBR that accurately captures the incidence of infection will allow better comparisons between future studies.

Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - April 11, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Review Papers Source Type: research