Comparison of Classic Mastopexy Method with Double-Pedicled Auto-augmentation Mastopexy with Conic-Shaped Modified Inferior Butterfly Flap.

[BACKGROUND] In mastopexy surgery, extra skin and a specific amount of breast tissue are resected. Resected breast tissue is not in a large amount as in reduction surgery. In this study, we have investigated the results of an auto-augmentation mastopexy technique involving use of a superior pedicled mastopexy with conic-shaped inferior butterfly flap for augmentation without implant or fat injection.

[METHODS] A total of 80 patients, 40 patients in each group, were included in the study. In the first group, double-pedicled auto-augmentation mastopexy with conic-shaped modified inferior butterfly flap technique was used. In the second group, conventional superior pedicled wise-pattern mastopexy was utilized. The results were evaluated from photographic measurements performed from standardized preoperative and postoperative lateral photographs.

[RESULTS] No major complications were seen such as partial or total areola necrosis or breast volume loss. None of our patients has made a return with request for revision surgery. Minor complication seen in several patients was resolved with early intervention. The preoperative and postoperative photographic measurements of breast projection, upper pole projection, nipple position and lower pole level from preoperative and postoperative standardized lateral photographs revealed no significant difference between the groups.

[CONCLUSION] We obtained highly satisfactory results for our patients. Following the surgery, our patients protected the cup sizes of their bra. In spite of the fact that there was no real augmentation performed in this procedure, effective straightening and the compact breast structure patients that achieved were highly successful in creating an augmented breast image.

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