Breast Cancer
Conditions
Keywords
Breast reconstruction, Hydroxyproline concentration, neoangiogenesis, collagen deposition
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to measure the level of AlloMax™ incorporation (cellular infiltration, collagen production, and neovascularization) in human breast reconstruction. The hypothesis is that the AlloMaxTM will have incorporation equivalent to adjacent breast capsule at the 3-4 month time point.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Adult patients (18 - 70 yrs) who require reconstructive breast surgery with AlloMaxTM implants and agree to participate will be included in this study.
Exclusion criteria
* Patients who do not agree to be included in the study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyproline Concentration | 3-4 months | Hydroxyproline will be measured in the AlloMaxTM and adjacent capsule. |
| Neoangiogenesis | 3-4 months | Measure new blood vessels in AlloMaxTM and adjacent capsule |
| Collagen I and III | 3-4 months | Measure collagen I and III in AlloMaxTM and adjacent capsule |
Countries
United States