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Medial thigh lift.

R C Schultz, L A Feinberg

    Annals of Plastic Surgery
    |May 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A new surgical technique effectively corrects medial thigh ptosis, or sagging skin, caused by aging and weight loss. This procedure offers a gratifying solution for upper inner thigh laxity when other methods fail.

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    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Dermatology
    • Aesthetic Medicine

    Background:

    • Medial thigh ptosis, characterized by rhytidosis (wrinkling), is a common concern following aging and significant weight loss.
    • Conventional thigh lift procedures (lateral or posterior) often yield suboptimal results for this specific type of laxity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate a novel surgical procedure for correcting medial thigh ptosis.
    • To address the limitations of existing treatments for upper inner thigh laxity.

    Main Methods:

    • A simple, symmetrical resection of a crescent-shaped segment of skin and subcutaneous tissue was performed.
    • The resection followed the anatomical distribution of an L1 embryological dermatome, situated just inferior to the inguinal crease.

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    Main Results:

    • The procedure demonstrated gratifying outcomes for both patients and surgeons.
    • Temporary sensory loss and scar spreading were noted in some patients as potential side effects.

    Conclusions:

    • This technique provides an effective solution for medial thigh laxity, specifically targeting the upper inner thigh.
    • Careful patient selection is crucial, as the procedure does not address trochanteric lipodystrophy, ptosis, or fat deposits near the knee.