유방 Breast

Free flaps for coverage of soft tissue wounds of the lower extremity are often used in the setting of large, complex wounds or failed local flaps. However, in cases of insufficient pedicle length or poor recipient vessel availability, inter…

[BACKGROUND] The deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap is widely regarded as the gold standard for breast reconstruction. Recent advancements in robotic-assisted microsurgery have enabled perforator-to-perforator anastomoses. This…

The deep inferior epigastric artery perforator (DIEP) flap is considered the gold standard for autologous breast reconstruction. Traditional DIEP flap harvest involves a large rectus sheath incision, which can lead to considerable abdominal…

We read with great interest the paper titled "Innovative Surgical Techniques for Gynecomastia: Enhancing Patient Aesthetic Satisfaction" by Hesamirostami, Mohammadhossein et al. (Aesthetic Plast Surg https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-025-05224…

This prospective comparative study included patients who underwent multiple cosmetic procedures in a single surgical session. The study aimed to assess patient satisfaction regarding pain management and the extent of analgesic use. It inclu…

Several techniques for performing mastopexy and reduction mammaplasty have been reported; however, none has effectively maintained breast and upper pole projection. Silicone implants address these limitations but are associated with higher …

[BACKGROUND] Patients undergoing plastic surgery have higher rates of psychiatric disorders, which can influence surgical outcomes and quality of life (QoL). [METHODS] A retrospective review was conducted of patients with or without psychi…

[BACKGROUND] Capsular contracture is a common complication following breast augmentation and reconstruction with implants. Implant rupture is suspected to cause capsular contracture, but the evidence remains limited. [METHODS] This intrapa…

[BACKGROUND] Oil cyst formation is a common complication following autologous fat grafting (AFG) for breast augmentation. Despite various fat processing techniques, no consensus exists on the optimal method to mitigate this complication. Th…

[BACKGROUND] Capsular contracture is a challenging entity to treat with consistent success. Recently, acellular dermal matrix (ADM) has been shown to be a highly effective therapeutic adjunct, particularly for patients at high risk for recu…

[BACKGROUND] This study revisits previously described skin-reducing mastectomy and dermal flap-muscle pocket techniques for immediate breast reconstruction in large, drooping breasts. Compared to techniques previously described in the liter…

[BACKGROUND] Autologous fat transfer (AFT) is increasingly used for breast augmentation, either for primary augmentation or symmetrization in the unaffected, native breasts following breast reconstruction. However, the incidence of fat necr…

[BACKGROUND] Breast reduction surgery is one of the most common procedures in plastic surgery and a cornerstone of resident training. While its safety and benefits are well established, the impact of resident participation on surgical outco…

Benchmarking is a quality improvement tool used to help define the best potential outcomes from specific surgical procedures. Modern breast augmentation includes detailed patient education and informed consent including the FDA checklist. P…

This article chronicles a 30 year evolution in breast augmentation, highlighting advances in implants, techniques, and anatomic understanding while reaffirming foundational surgical principles. It traces the transition from subglandular to …

Transaxillary breast augmentation has been long misunderstood, perceived as being more technically difficult, taking longer to perform, and having higher risk of contracture and other complications. This chapter focuses on the nuances of in…

There is always a gray area where both breast augmentation and mastopexy augmentation are reasonable surgical options. The choice should be the educated patient's. For the borderline woman with pseudoptosis, grade 1 ptosis, or asymmetries, …