Hybrid breast reconstruction

Minerva Chir. 2018 Jun;73(3):329-333. doi: 10.23736/S0026-4733.18.07616-2. Epub 2018 Jan 23.

Abstract

We present a new reconstructive system encompassing prostheses and fat grafting as integrated tools to improve the final reconstructive outcome. Fat grafting in our view is a preoperatively planned part of the reconstruction. The final volume we achieve will be made up of fat and implants in a variable percentage according to patient's body contour and breast morphology. We used the hybrid breast reconstruction technique in more than 350 reconstructions, both immediate and delayed, two-stage and DTI, without experiencing higher loco-regional recurrence and complication rates when compared with conventional two-stage reconstructions, obtaining excellent aesthetic results and high patients' satisfaction levels.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / transplantation
  • Body Mass Index
  • Breast Implantation / methods
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Neoplasms / surgery
  • Equipment Design
  • Esthetics
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mammaplasty / methods*
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local
  • Organ Size
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Transplantation, Autologous