Figure 1
From: Transformation of Breast Reconstruction via Additive Biomanufacturing
Overall concept of the prevascularisation and delayed fat injection concept.
Empty scaffold is first implanted at the breast region without the addition of any cells or growth factors. Over the next 2–3 weeks, connective tissue and vasculature invades within the scaffold volume forming a bed of capillaries within the pores. Fat is then injected into the pores of the scaffold. Owing to the presence of the pre-formed vascular bed would allow the fat to remain stable at the implantation sites.
