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Safe Composite Calf Augmentation: A Staged Procedure.

Katarina Andjelkov¹, Tatjana C Atanasijevic², Vesna M Popovic²

¹Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia.

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|March 28, 2020

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Composite calf augmentation using implants and fat grafting is safe and reproducible. A staged approach respecting calf anatomy and physiology minimizes complications for optimal cosmetic and reconstructive outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Anatomy
Physiology

Background:

Calf augmentation options include fat grafting, implants, or composite methods.
Awareness of calf anatomy, physiology, and health conditions is crucial for safety.

Purpose of the Study:

To present experience with composite calf augmentation.
To describe indications, surgical techniques, and safety considerations.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of 63 patients undergoing composite calf augmentation.
Cadaveric dissection for anatomical accuracy and intracompartmental pressure measurements.

Main Results:

Subfascial implant insertion with delayed fat grafting was used.
High muscle sensitivity to pressure increase noted; subcutaneous fat grafting advocated.
No cases of compartment syndrome observed.

Conclusions:

Composite calf augmentation is safe and reproducible with a staged approach.
Respecting calf anatomy and physiology is key to low complication rates.
Short recovery and favorable outcomes are achievable.