Gluteal and thigh reduction: reclassification, critical review, and improved technique for primary correction.
A technique for combined gluteal and thigh reduction is described, which produces a smooth lateral contour and improved buttock shape, with reduced operative time, less pain, and a lower complication rate. To date 22 patients have had gluteal and thigh reduction employing this technique, with a high degree of patient satisfaction.
D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000601:surgery; D002081:Buttocks / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013518:Surgery, Plastic; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013848:Thigh / Q000601:surgery*