title: Mastopexy in conjunction with subcutaneous mastectomy.
abstract: A subcutaneous mastectomy without mastopexy can result in downward directed nipples, over-augmentation or asymmetry in cases of contralateral reconstruction. A mastopexy can prevent these problems without adding to the morbidity or complicating the procedure. The procedure described provides a dermal sling to support the implant and give greater protection to the implant through the closure.
authors.forename: T M
authors.initials: TM
authors.lastname: Biggs
authors.forename: R O
authors.initials: RO
authors.lastname: Brauer
authors.forename: L E
authors.initials: LE
authors.lastname: Wolf
mesh_terms: D003286:Contracture / Q000453:epidemiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty; D015414:Mastectomy, Subcutaneous / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000453:epidemiology