The triplicated inferior pedicle - a new method for breast reduction and mastopexy.
Robbins described the inferior pedicle breast reduction in 1977. Since this time it has proved to be a safe and reliable technique. Favourable results have been reported with regard to breast feeding and nipple sensation. A common criticism of the technique is its tendency to inferior descent (pseudoptosis or bottoming out). This can leave a significantly empty upper pole. By a series of evolutionary modifications over the last 20 years, a technique has developed that overcomes the shortfalls of the inferior pedicle technique. We describe a series of 50 cases using this definitive technique.
Katsaros
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Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Royal Adelaide Hospital, North Terrace, Adelaide 5000, Australia.
Harvey
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Caplash
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D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000009:adverse effects