title: Transumbilical breast augmentation.
abstract: Surgical augmentation has been performed since 1899, with varying results. Recent developments in endoscopic instrumentation have enabled surgeons to perform many types of procedures through small incisions located at a distance from the surgical site. The transumbilical breast augmentation (TUBA) has advantages over other methods, including a quicker recovery, less pain, and lower chances of complications. This article familiarizes perioperative personnel with TUBA and how to care for the patients who undergo this procedure.
authors.affiliation: Medina Ohio Health Department, USA.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Dixon
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Dowden
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Connor
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Klein
mesh_terms: D019928:Breast Implantation / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing*; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009873:Operating Rooms / Q000458:organization & administration; D018579:Patient Selection; D013527:Perioperative Nursing / Q000379:methods; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care; D014472:Umbilicus / Q000601:surgery*