Management of tuberous breast deformity with anatomic cohesive silicone gel breast implants

Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2009 Jan;33(1):49-53. doi: 10.1007/s00266-008-9234-7. Epub 2008 Aug 28.

Abstract

Background: Tuberous breast deformity is a rare congenital condition that often requires surgical correction. Numerous surgical techniques have been described, reflecting the reconstructive challenge of this deformity. The anatomic cohesive gel breast implant is a powerful tool in both aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery. In the authors' experience, its use in treating tuberous breast deformity has provided the opportunity for a single-stage approach, with very good results.

Methods: The senior author has managed more than 50 cases of single-stage reconstruction for tuberous breast deformity using anatomic cohesive gel breast implants. His surgical technique is described with suggestions for achieving optimal results. Representative case examples are provided.

Conclusions: The anatomic cohesive silicone gel breast implant is an excellent device for treating tuberous breast deformity. It often can be used as a single-stage correction of the deformity with very good results. The authors strongly advocate consideration of its use in tuberous breast deformity reconstruction.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Breast / abnormalities
  • Breast / surgery*
  • Breast Implantation / adverse effects
  • Breast Implantation / methods*
  • Breast Implants*
  • Congenital Abnormalities / pathology
  • Congenital Abnormalities / surgery*
  • Esthetics
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Risk Assessment
  • Sampling Studies
  • Silicone Gels
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Silicone Gels