Cosmetic Breast Augmentation Using Power-Assisted Liposuction and Lipofilling: A Prospective Study

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Aesthetic Surgery
• Regenerative Medicine

Background:

• Autologous fat transfer is increasingly utilized in aesthetic breast surgery.
• Power-assisted technology enhances liposuction and fat injection by providing controlled, oscillating movements.
• This technology aims to improve the precision and efficiency of fat grafting procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report the surgical experience with power-assisted liposuction and lipofilling (PALL) for primary cosmetic breast augmentation.
• To evaluate the long-term cosmetic results and patient-reported outcomes of PALL.
• To present the surgical technique and outcomes of PALL in breast augmentation.

Main Methods:

• A prospective observational study included patients undergoing PALL for cosmetic breast augmentation.
• Data collected included patient demographics, surgical details (volumes, time), complications, and outcomes.
• Aesthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction were assessed using standardized scoring.

Main Results:

• 43 patients were included with a mean follow-up of 13.32 months.
• High patient satisfaction scores were reported for breast volume (4.22), shape (5), symmetry (5), and donor site (4.77).
• A mean of 1.27 grafting procedures were required, indicating efficiency.

Conclusions:

• PALL is an effective procedure for primary cosmetic breast augmentation.
• The technique provides satisfactory aesthetic and patient-reported outcomes.
• This study is the first prospective report on PALL for primary breast augmentation.