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Varicella Manifestation after Mastopexy with Simultaneous Breast Augmentation
Dmitry Melnikov1,2, Alina Tomova1, Ksenia Kovaleva2
1Department of Plastic Surgery, University Clinical Hospital №1, Moscow, Russian Federation.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open
|February 8, 2023
Summary
A rare case of chickenpox (varicella) after breast surgery caused wound opening and infection. Prompt diagnosis and treatment with antivirals and wound care are crucial for plastic surgery patients.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Mastopexy with breast augmentation is a common cosmetic procedure.
- Postoperative complications can include infection and wound healing issues.
Observation:
- A patient developed primary varicella infection (chickenpox) shortly after mastopexy and breast augmentation.
- The varicella infection led to surgical wound dehiscence and subcutaneous fat infection.
Findings:
- The chickenpox infection resulted in unaesthetic scarring.
- The exact cause of dehiscence (coincidental or infection-triggered) remains undetermined.
Implications:
- Highlights a rare complication of varicella in early post-plastic surgery.
- Emphasizes the need for prompt recognition, testing, and treatment of varicella in surgical patients.
- Recommends thorough infectious disease history taking in plastic surgery consultations.
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