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"Flip-flap" mastopexy

R S Flowers, E M Smith

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    |December 16, 1998
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The flip-flap mastopexy enhances breast lift results by adding a deep flap to restore upper breast fullness and improve nipple position. This technique is effective for both breast reduction and mastopexy procedures.

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    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Aesthetic Surgery
    • Breast Surgery

    Background:

    • The McKissock vertical bipedicle technique is a standard for mastopexy.
    • Limitations exist in achieving long-term upper pole fullness and managing lower pole volume.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate the efficacy of the "flip-flap" mastopexy technique.
    • To assess improvements in upper breast fullness and nipple-areolar complex projection.
    • To determine the technique's applicability in reduction mammaplasty and mastopexy.

    Main Methods:

    • Modification of the McKissock vertical bipedicle design.
    • Creation of a superiorly based flap of breast tissue deep to the bipedicle.
    • Transposition and fixation of the flap to the pectoralis fascia at the second rib level.

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    Main Results:

    • Restoration of upper breast fullness.
    • Reduction of lower breast bulk.
    • Improved forward projection of the nipple-areolar complex.
    • Effective for moderate- to full-sized breasts.

    Conclusions:

    • The "flip-flap" mastopexy is an effective modification for improving aesthetic outcomes.
    • The technique addresses key limitations of traditional mastopexy designs.
    • It offers significant benefits for both reduction mammaplasty and mastopexy patients.