Hybrid Implant and Grafted Fat Breast Augmentation: Designing the Pathway to a Future With Breasts Free of Silicone Breast Implants
Sforza M., Spear S.
Prospective Study with a reported sample of 56, published in Aesthet Surg J (2021) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.
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- Study type
- Prospective Study
- Journal
- Aesthet Surg J (2021)
- Reported sample size
- 56
- Source database
- Europe PMC
- PMID
- 33944894
- PMCID
- PMC8564703
- DOI
- 10.1093/asj/sjab195
- Citations
- 6
Abstract (original English)
Background Fat grafting in breast augmentation surgery is becoming increasingly popular, allowing surgeons to fill the gaps that implant augmentation alone cannot. However, one of the current issues surrounding fat grafting is the lack of standardization. Objectives The objective of this study was to validate and summarize expert-based advice to help plastic surgeons better understand the benefits of utilizing fat grating to reduce implant size in their surgical planning. Methods This was a prospective study of fat grafting in 56 patients who underwent fat transfer together with silicone breast implants. A 3-dimensional planning system was used to plan the procedure and also to analyze the fat retention and resorption rates. Pictures served as a basis for a questionnaire in which both patients and physicians were asked to rate their satisfaction. Results Patients reported a satisfaction rate of "excellent" in 83.3% of cases and "good" in 16.7%. Physician satisfaction was rated as "excellent" in 84.5% of cases, "good" in 13.3%, and "fair" in 4.2% of cases. The mean fat volume grafted per breast was 113.63 mL. The mean absorption rate was 4.53%. Conclusions The procedure presented consistent and reproducible results. Hybrid breast augmentation can help design a pathway for a future with breasts free of silicone. This information is particularly relevant for women who have their f
What this study does not prove
- • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
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Early human evidence such as case series or small samples is exploring possible benefits.
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