title: Gluteal implants: the "XYZ" intramuscular method.
abstract: Gluteal implants are an effective and predictable way to remodel the buttocks. However, depending on the anatomical plane employed and the manner in which the implant pocket is dissected, the results can be frustrating. The only way to prevent palpable or visible implants (the major causes of a poor result) is through the intramuscular plane. The author presents his XYZ technique, which provides anatomical reference points to guide the intramuscular dissection procedure in a feasible and safe way, resulting in a low complication rate.
authors.affiliation: University of Ribeirão Preto Medical School, Brazil. rg@raulgonzalez.com.br
authors.forename: Raul
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Gonzalez
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002081:Buttocks / Q000601:surgery*; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D004954:Esthetics; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D016896:Treatment Outcome