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Materials and Methods: A systematic review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. Studies evaluating implant-based breast reconstruction with absorbable synthetic meshes, ADM, or without mesh were included. Outcomes of interest comprised postoperative complications, operative time, material costs, aesthetic outcomes, and patient-reported satisfaction. Methodological quality and risk of bias were assessed using design-appropriate appraisal tools. Results: Absorbable synthetic meshes were associated with low complication rates, including infection (3\u20138%), seroma (0\u20135%), hematoma (1\u20134%), skin necrosis (4\u20136%), and implant loss (3\u20136%). Compared with ADM, complication rates appeared comparable, while shorter operative times were reported in comparative studies. Material cost reductions of up to 90% were reported in comparative studies. Several studies reported favorable aesthetic outcomes and high patient satisfaction, although assessment methods were not standardized. Most included studies were retrospective or single-arm observational studies, with substantial clinical and methodological heterogeneity and an overall moderate risk of bias. Conclusions: Available evidence, derived predominantly from studies of polyglactin mesh, suggests that absorbable synthetic meshes may represent a feasible option for selected implant-based breast reconstructions, with potential advantages in terms of material costs and operative time. 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