Gluteal lift with subfascial implants

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Aesthetic Surgery
• Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

• Gluteal enhancement surgery encompasses various procedures like buttock implants, gluteal flaps, lipografting, and gluteal lifts.
• Limited data exists on the outcomes of combining gluteal lifts with subfascial gluteal implants.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the outcomes of gluteal lift combined with subfascial gluteal implants.
• To assess complication rates and patient satisfaction in this combined procedure.

Main Methods:

• A retrospective study analyzed data from 114 patients undergoing gluteal lift with subfascial gluteal implants.
• The study spanned a 7-year period with a single surgeon at a single institution.
• Follow-up ranged from 1 to 7 years (mean 4.5 years).

Main Results:

• Common complications included seroma (11.4%), hematoma (5.26%), and wound dehiscence (19.29% minor, 1.75% major).
• Capsular contracture (Becker 3-4) occurred in 3.5%, and implant malposition in 5.25%.
• High patient satisfaction (9.6/10) was reported, with 26.31% requiring secondary surgery and 10.52% dissatisfied with final volume.

Conclusions:

• Gluteal lift with subfascial gluteal implants yields good, durable outcomes.
• The procedure demonstrates an acceptable complication profile and high patient satisfaction.
• Scars are easily concealed, contributing to favorable aesthetic results.