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[BEAULI™--a new and easy method for large-volume fat grafts]
K Ueberreiter1, J G von Finckenstein, F Cromme
1Asklepios Klinik Birkenwerder, Abteilung für Plastische und Ästhetische Chirurgie, Hubertusstraße 12– 22, Birkenwerder. k.ueberreiter@asklepios.com
Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Handchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Mikrochirurgie Der Peripheren Nerven Und Gefasse : Organ Der V
|December 17, 2010
Summary
The BEAULI™ method for fat grafting offers a reliable way to increase breast volume, achieving a 76% fat take rate. This innovative procedure provides a permanent solution for breast augmentation and reconstruction.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Regenerative Medicine
Context:
- Autologous fat grafting has evolved significantly since the late 19th century.
- Previous large-volume fat transfer methods faced challenges with procedure duration and efficiency.
- The Berlin Autologous Lipo-transplantation (BEAULI™) method was developed in 2007 to address these limitations.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy and reliability of the BEAULI™ method for large-volume autologous fat grafting.
- To assess the outcomes of the BEAULI™ procedure in a prospective clinical study involving 85 patients and 216 breast transplantations.
- To determine the fat graft survival rate and patient satisfaction following the BEAULI™ procedure for various indications.
Summary:
- The BEAULI™ method utilizes water-assisted liposuction (Bodyjet®) and a Lipocollector® for fat harvesting and processing.
- A prospective study with 85 patients demonstrated a definite volume increase in treated breasts, with an average operation time of 1.5 hours.
- Postoperative MRI and volume analysis confirmed a permanent fat take rate of 76±11%, with minimal complications such as granulomas.
Impact:
- The BEAULI™ method provides a reliable and efficient option for breast volume augmentation and reconstruction.
- The procedure achieved high patient satisfaction, often requiring only one session for implant removal cases and 4-5 sessions for cancer reconstruction.
- Observed benefits include skin envelope expansion and scar improvement, enhancing aesthetic and functional outcomes.
