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Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction
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Summary
The history of mammaplasty spans over a century, showcasing the evolution of plastic surgery techniques. Understanding this surgical history enhances current breast reconstruction and augmentation practices.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Surgical History
Background:
- Mammaplasty techniques have evolved significantly over the past century.
- The historical development of breast surgery reflects advancements in surgical practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a historical overview of mammaplasty.
- To highlight the contributions of plastic surgeons to breast surgery.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of mammaplasty procedures.
- Analysis of surgical techniques and their evolution.
Main Results:
- Mammaplasty has a rich history spanning more than 100 years.
- The evolution of mammaplasty demonstrates continuous innovation in plastic surgery.
Conclusions:
- The practice of mammaplasty is deeply rooted in a long history of surgical endeavor.
- Current mammaplasty procedures are a testament to the cumulative work of generations of plastic surgeons.

