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Triple plication in miniabdominoplasty.

Sadri O Sozer1, Francisco J Agullo

  • 1El Paso Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Center, TX 79902, USA. doctor@elpasoplasticsurgery.com

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|May 31, 2006
PubMed
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A novel triple fascial plication technique in miniabdominoplasty effectively tightens the abdomen and reduces waist size. This innovative surgical approach offers improved abdominal contour and lasting results with minimal complications.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

Background:

  • Abdominal laxity and waistline concerns are common aesthetic issues.
  • Miniabdominoplasty offers a less invasive option but may have limitations in addressing significant laxity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel triple fascial plication technique for miniabdominoplasty.
  • To assess the efficacy of this technique in improving abdominal laxity and waistline contour.

Main Methods:

  • A technique involving vertical rectus fascia plication (xiphoid to pubis) and fusiform oblique fascial plication was developed.
  • The procedure was performed on 10 female patients between January and December 2004.
  • Limited undermining and scarring were key design elements.

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Main Results:

  • The technique successfully improved overall abdominal tension and reduced waist perimeter.
  • A more uniform anterior and lateral abdominal contour was achieved, avoiding epigastric bulging.
  • No major complications were reported; only minor complications occurred.
  • Sustained improvements in muscle-aponeurotic tension and abdominal contour were observed at 6 months to 2 years post-surgery.

Conclusions:

  • Triple fascial plication is an effective method for enhancing waistline and addressing abdominal laxity in miniabdominoplasty.
  • The technique provides durable aesthetic improvements with a favorable safety profile.