Vertical scar mastopexy with an implant

Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2003 Sep-Oct;27(5):406-10. doi: 10.1007/s00266-003-3038-6. Epub 2003 Nov 14.

Abstract

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.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Breast / surgery
  • Breast Implantation / methods*
  • Breast Implants*
  • Cicatrix* / prevention & control
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Nipples / surgery*
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Spain
  • Time Factors
  • Treatment Outcome