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Augmentation of shoulder contour using a calf implant
A Saray1, M Eskandari, V Oztuna
1Kirikkale Univ. Med. School, Dept. of Plastic & Reconstr. Surgery, Turkey. aydinsaray.8m.com
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|November 21, 2000
Summary
Sprengel deformity causes shoulder impairment. A calf implant effectively improved shoulder contour and cosmetic appearance in one patient, offering a novel solution.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Sprengel deformity presents significant functional and cosmetic challenges.
- Existing orthopedic treatments for Sprengel deformity often yield inconsistent and unsatisfactory cosmetic outcomes.
Observation:
- A patient with Sprengel deformity experienced notable functional and cosmetic impairment.
- Conventional orthopedic interventions were deemed unlikely to provide satisfactory results for this patient.
Findings:
- A silicone-gel-filled calf prosthesis was successfully utilized to reconstruct the shoulder contour.
- The calf implant significantly improved the cosmetic appearance of the shoulder in the treated patient.
Implications:
- Calf implants represent a viable and effective option for addressing the cosmetic deformities associated with Sprengel deformity.
- This approach offers a promising alternative for patients where traditional orthopedic surgery may not achieve desired aesthetic results.
