Mastopexy after massive weight loss: dermal suspension and selective auto-augmentation.
The technique that we outline is extremely versatile for restoring an aesthetic and youthful breast shape in the patient who has lost a massive amount of weight. Overall, complication rates have been low. Despite the disadvantages of a lengthy scar and the need for extensive intraoperative tailoring (which may increase operative time), this operation carries an extremely high rate of patient satisfaction.
Rubin
J Peter
JP
University of Pittsburgh, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Scaife Hall, Suite 682, 3550 Terrace Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA.
Khachi
Gerald
G
D001940:Breast / Q000601:surgery*; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D018579:Patient Selection; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D015431:Weight Loss