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[Augmentation mammaplasty through the external oblique muscle route]
Zhonghua Zheng Xing Shao Shang Wai Ke Za Zhi = Zhonghua Zheng Xing Shao Shang Waikf [I.E. Waike] Zazhi = Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery and Burns
|May 1, 1997
Summary
This study introduces an augmentation mammaplasty technique using an inframammary incision and external oblique muscle coverage. It achieves excellent cosmetic results with a low capsule contracture rate, enhancing breast augmentation outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Context:
- Capsule contracture is a common complication following breast augmentation.
- Traditional transaxillary augmentation mammaplasty presents surgical challenges.
Purpose:
- To evaluate a novel augmentation mammaplasty technique using inframammary incision and external oblique muscle coverage.
- To assess cosmetic outcomes and capsule contracture rates.
Summary:
- The study involved 96 patients undergoing augmentation mammaplasty with inframammary incision and external oblique muscle coverage.
- Excellent cosmetic results (93% satisfactory) with natural contour and softness were observed in over 6 months follow-up.
- A low capsule contracture rate of 2.8% was achieved, attributed to muscular coverage of the implant.
Impact:
- This technique offers superior muscular coverage, leading to improved aesthetic results and reduced complication rates.
- It provides an alternative to transaxillary augmentation, overcoming dissection difficulties.
- The procedure can improve inframammary crease appearance and address moderate breast ptosis.