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Implant injector for retropectoral augmentation.

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  • 1Plastic Surgery Unit, Surgical University Clinic, Würzburg, West Germany.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|October 1, 1987
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This study introduces a novel implant injector for breast augmentation, minimizing incision size and mechanical stress on silicone gel implants. The device reduces risks to axillary nerves, shortens surgery time, and results in less scarring.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic and reconstructive surgery
  • Biomedical engineering

Background:

  • Traditional breast augmentation often involves larger incisions.
  • Potential risks include mechanical damage to implants and nerve injury.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a new implant injector for silicone gel breast augmentation.
  • To assess the safety and efficacy of the device in minimizing trauma and improving cosmetic outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a novel implant injector for silicone gel implant insertion.
  • Employed peanut oil (arachis oil) for lubricating the injector.
  • Performed breast augmentation procedures with minimal incisions.

Main Results:

  • Achieved breast augmentation through very small incisions.

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  • Minimized risk of mechanical damage to silicone gel implants.
  • Reduced risk of axillary nerve damage, shortened operation time, and minimized visible scarring.
  • Prevented prosthesis contamination by skin.
  • Observed no implant breakage during use.
  • Reported no adverse tissue reactions to peanut oil lubricant.

    • Conclusions:

    • The implant injector offers a safe and effective method for breast augmentation.
    • The technique leads to improved cosmetic results with reduced complications.
    • Peanut oil is a safe lubricant for the device, with no observed tissue reactions.