Vertical scar mastopexy with an implant.
We describe a technique for the correction of ptotic and hypoplastic breasts that combines the vertical scar technique with the insertion of a subpectoral saline implant. This operation consists of a vertical elliptical skin incision through which we make a subpectoral pocket, insert a smooth surface implant, sit the patient up, and mark a new nipple placement. We then remove a wedge of breast tissue above the areola to position it at the marked spot. This simple technique has few complications and a high level of patient satisfaction.
Gallent
Isabel Moreno
IM
Clinica Isabel Moreno, C/Salvador Sastre 2-4, Valencia 146007, Spain.
Pons
Marta Ribera
MR
Drever
Michael
M
D000328:Adult; D001940:Breast / Q000601:surgery; D019928:Breast Implantation / Q000379:methods*; D018427:Breast Implants; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000517:prevention & control; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009558:Nipples / Q000601:surgery*; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D013030:Spain; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome