Necessity of Suction Drains in Gynecomastia Surgery.
Mustafa Keskin, MD Mustafa Sutcu, MD Bulent Cigsar, MD Naci Karacaoglan, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 4, 1 May 2014, Pages 538–544
Published: 01 May 2014
Abstract
Background
The aim of gynecomastia surgery is to restore a normal chest contour with minimal signs of breast surgery.
Objective
The authors examine the rate of complications in gynecomastia surgery when no...
Is There an Ideal Donor Site of Fat for Secondary Breast Reconstruction?
Kevin Small Mihye Choi Oriana Petruolo Christina Lee Nolan Karp
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 4, 1 May 2014, Pages 545–550
Published: 01 May 2014
Abstract
Background
Loss of volume after autologous fat transfer to the breast is well documented, and various methods to improve long-term survival of fat grafts have been investigated (including both distant and neighboring harvest...
Nipple-Areolar Complex Ischemia After Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy With Immediate Implant-Based Reconstruction: Risk Factors and the Success of Conservative Treatment.
Briar L. Dent, MD Kevin Small, MD Alexander Swistel, MD Mia Talmor, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 4, 1 May 2014, Pages 560–570
Published: 01 May 2014
Abstract
Background
Nipple-sparing mastectomy performed via an inframammary fold incision with implant-based reconstruction is an oncologically safe procedure that provides excellent cosmesis.
Objectives
The authors report their...
Anatomic Relationship of the Pectoralis Major and Minor Muscles: A Cadaveric Study.
Erick R. Sanchez, MD Ruston Sanchez, BS Clayton Moliver, MD, FACS
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 2, 1 February 2014, Pages 258–263
Published: 01 February 2014
Abstract
Background
Although the anatomy of the individual pectoralis major and minor muscles has been described previously, never before has the anatomic relationship between these muscles been investigated.
Objective
The...
The Management of Abdominal Contour Defects Following TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction.
Ximena A. Pinell-White, MD Sameer M. Kapadia, MD Albert Losken, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 2, 1 February 2014, Pages 264–271
Published: 01 February 2014
Abstract
Background
Incisional hernia can develop following breast reconstruction with abdominal tissue regardless of technique, and the management is often challenging.
Objectives
The authors characterize hernias following...
An Outcome Analysis of Intraoperative Angiography for Postmastectomy Breast Reconstruction.
Claire S. Duggal, MD Tarik Madni, BS Albert Losken, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 1, 1 January 2014, Pages 61–65
Abstract
Background
Intraoperative angiography is a useful tool for predicting both tissue perfusion during postmastectomy breast reconstruction and mastectomy flap and free flap survival.
Objectives
The authors determine whether the routine use of laser-assisted...
Further Evidence that Human Acellular Dermal Matrix Decreases Inflammatory Markers of Capsule Formation in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction.
Mimi Leong, MD, MS, FACS C. Bob Basu, MD, MPH, FACS M. John Hicks, MD, DDS, PhD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 35, Issue 1, 1 January 2015, Pages 40–47
Published: 07 January 2015
Abstract
Background
Human acellular dermal matrix (HADM; previously termed “acellular cadaveric dermis”) may limit inflammatory changes believed to play a role in capsular contracture, a common complication of...