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Submuscular calf implants.

Marco A Kalixto1, Rafael Vergara

  • 1mkalixto@prodigy.net.mx

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|November 25, 2003
PubMed
Summary
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This study explored a new surgical site for calf implants, placing them between the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. This approach aimed to reduce visible capsular contracture and improve the feel of calf augmentation implants.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Biomaterials
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Calf augmentation has utilized silicone-gel filled and firm silicone rubber implants since 1979.
  • Previous implant placements below the deep fascia led to visible capsular contracture and palpable implants.
  • A need existed for improved implant placement to enhance aesthetic and tactile outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of placing calf implants between the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles.
  • To assess outcomes and complications associated with this novel surgical plane for calf augmentation.

Main Methods:

  • A series of six patients underwent calf augmentation with implants placed in the intermuscular plane between the gastrocnemius and soleus.
  • Follow-up periods ranged from six months to two years to monitor results and complications.

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Main Results:

  • Presents results and complications from six patients who received calf implants in the new intermuscular plane.
  • Data covers follow-up durations of six months to two years post-surgery.

Conclusions:

  • The study introduces a new surgical plane for calf implants, aiming to overcome limitations of previous methods.
  • Further evaluation of this technique is warranted based on presented outcomes and complications.