Management of Biofilm with Breast Implant Surgery | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Management of Biofilm with Breast Implant Surgery Video 1 of 7

Journal CME Article: Management of Biofilm with Breast Implant Surgery Video 1 of 7

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Bacterial infections significantly impact the cost and complications of breast implants, affecting both reconstructive and cosmetic surgeries. Infections can manifest early or years later as capsular contractures, with clinical infections not always showing positive cultures. Culturable bacteria are usually more antibiotic-susceptible, while biofilms resist treatment. There's a strong association between bacterial biofilms and capsular contracture, with evidence in animal models linking biofilms to higher contracture rates. In humans, higher contracture grades are linked to more bacterial presence. Smooth, subglandular implants tend to have higher contracture rates, which is a primary reason for implant failure.

Keywords

bacterial infections

breast implants

capsular contracture

biofilms

implant failure