The Tissue Issue
Understanding the clinical challenge Explore the tissue-related challenges encountered in breast surgery and the role soft tissue reinforcement can play in supporting surgical outcomes.
Before and After
GalaFLEX™ breast surgery case examples View before-and-after photographs from a range of breast reconstruction and aesthetic breast procedures where GalaFLEX™ was used for soft tissue support.
Reconstruct with Confidence1-5
Reconstruction applications and supporting evidence Access breast reconstruction examples, surgical considerations and information on how GalaFLEX™ may be used in different reconstruction approaches.
The P4HB Advantage
The science behind the scaffold Learn about P4HB technology, including the material’s composition and resorption profile.
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