How to prevent complications in breast augmentation.

Capsular contracture is a known complication of breast augmentation and is among the top reasons for revisional breast augmentation procedures. The use of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) has been shown to reduce the rate of capsular contracture in breast reconstruction and augmentation, theorizing that it acts as a protective barrier between the implant capsule and inflammatory process responsible for capsular contracture. The role of ADM in treatment of capsular contracture has been investigated in numerous studies, with a variety of ADMs. The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review of existing literature on the use of ADM for treatment of capsular contracture in aesthetic breast augmentation patients to investigate differences in efficacy of ADM types. The PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL databases were systematically reviewed for articles pertaining to capsular contracture, acellular dermal matrices, and breast augmentation. Number of patients, type of ADM, Baker grade, follow-up time, complication rate, and capsular contracture rate were recorded from identified articles. Data was pooled from studies to calculate a capsular contracture rate for each ADM type, with a chi-squared test performed for analysis. Identified studies with a comparative group were included in a meta-analysis utilizing risk ratio (RR) to assess the efficacy of ADM. Nine articles including ADM for treatment of capsular contracture in breast augmentation met criteria for inclusion, with a total of 481 breasts. Strattice was the most commonly utilized ADM (n = 391), followed by AlloDerm (n = 57). There was a statistically significant difference in efficacy of ADM among the studied ADM types (P < .001). AlloDerm, FlexHD, and DermaMatrix had the lowest capsular contracture rates (0%). NeoForm and SurgiMend had the highest capsular contracture rates (each 25%, but with n = 4 and n = 8, respectively). Strattice had a capsular contracture rate of 1.53% in the pooled data, and meta-analysis showed that Strattice reduced the risk of capsular contracture (RR 0.14 [95% CI 0.06, 0.31]) compared with conventional treatment. Acellular dermal matrices appear to be effective at treating capsular contracture after breast augmentation while maintaining a low complication rate. Overall capsular contracture rates are low with the use of ADM. There is a statistically significant difference in efficacy among ADM types. Meta-analysis shows that Strattice is effective at reducing the risk of capsular contracture in breast augmentation patients when compared to conventional treatment. Future research, especially in the form of randomized controlled trials, is needed to further investigate the efficacy of various ADMs in the treatment of capsular contracture.

This pioneering study evaluates the safety, efficacy, and Aesthetic outcomes of Ergonomix2 Motiva Ergonomic Implants in breast augmentation. It aims to assess their capability to offer more natural touch and dynamics, delineate the learning curve for surgical techniques, and examine their safety profile compared to Ergonomix1 implants. A prospective cohort study was conducted, comparing 31 patients who received Ergonomix2 implants with a control group of 51 patients with Ergonomix1 implants. Eligible patients were those seeking Aesthetic breast augmentation without prior surgeries or chronic illnesses. Detailed documentation of surgical techniques, implant characteristics, and patient demographics was performed. The study assessed surgical learning curve, implant positioning accuracy, and short-term and early complications. Aesthetic outcomes were evaluated using the BreastQ questionnaire and quantitative elastography. Patients with Ergonomix2 implants showed significant improvements in Aesthetic outcomes, including breast contour symmetry and natural feel. The learning curve demonstrated a decrease in surgical time and higher implant positioning accuracy. The safety profile was favorable, with a low complication rate and high patient satisfaction levels. Ergonomix2 implants exhibited enhanced softness and pliability, closely mimicking natural breast tissue, as confirmed by elastographic analyzes. Ergonomix2 implants represent a significant advancement in Aesthetic breast surgery, offering natural-feeling and dynamically adaptable outcomes. Despite the promising results, the need for specialized surgical techniques and further research on long-term safety and efficacy is emphasized. This study contributes foundational knowledge to the field of ergonomic breast implants and their application in modern plastic surgery. This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

Breast augmentation surgery is the most common cosmetic surgery in the United States, and seroma is a known complication of breast augmentation. However, late seroma is a rare event and is most associated with textured implants. A 29-year-old woman with a remote history of breast implantation presented to the plastic surgery clinic for evaluation of a swollen breast, which began 24 h postpartum. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed peri-implant fluid maintained within the fibrous capsule. The patient was managed conservatively and the swelling self-resolved without recurrence. The authors report the first known case of a late seroma associated with pregnancy, occurring nine years postoperatively.

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As the coronavirus pandemic affects virtually every sector of the economy, this ongoing review examines the effects of remote working on women's job performance—including hypotheses about serious activities and how they may balance work and family. In recent years, psychometric testing has become increasingly popular with organizations worldwide, and they are looking at this method to better understand how women achieve balance in their lives. The aim of this work is to investigate how different aspects of psychometrics and factors relating to work-life balance influence women's satisfaction levels. An exploratory factor assessment (EFA) and a confirmatory factor assessment (CFA) using a seven-point Likert scale were performed on data collected from 385 selected female IT workers whose satisfaction levels toward psychometric assessments in their organization were examined. The current study uses EFAs and CFAs to develop and identify the key factors in women's work-life balance. The results also showed that three significant variables accounted for 74% of the variance: 26% from work and family, 24% from personal factors, and 24% from loving their job.

Purpose To determine changes in level of accomplishment and satisfaction in daily activities and social participation, and functional mobility in adults with cerebral palsy (CP) more than 25 years after selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR). Materials and methods This long-term observational nine-year follow-up study included 26 adults (median age 35 years) with CP and spastic diplegia, and 26 matched typically developing adults. Assessment tools used were the Life-Habits questionnaire and the Functional Mobility Scale. Results Most of the adults with CP were independent and satisfied with accomplishing life habits and no changes were determined, except for a small change in the Housing accomplishment level. Compared to typically developing adults, the CP cohort was more dependent in accomplishing Mobility and Recreation. However, the level of satisfaction was similar for most life habits except for Mobility. Functional mobility did not change, but correlated with Life-Habits results. Conclusions Adults with CP showed high and stable levels of accomplishment and satisfaction in daily activities and social participation more than 25 years after SDR. This is in contrast with the literature, where functional decline was shown for individuals with CP as they age. The relation with functional mobility highlights the importance to focus the rehabilitation on maintaining walking ability in order to enable high level of daily activities and social participation in adults with CP. Implications for rehabilitation Selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) is a valuable treatment option for a selective group of children with cerebral palsy (CP) in order to reduce spasticity. The long-term outcomes of SDR on level of accomplishment and satisfaction in daily activities and social participation as well functional mobility in adults with CP are not clear. More than 25 years after SDR adults with CP experienced stable and lasting high levels of functioning regarding daily activities and social participation and were satisfied with the way they accomplished life habits. Functional mobility was correlated to level of accomplishment and satisfaction in daily activities and social participation, which highlights the importance to focus rehabilitation programs on maintaining functional mobility in order to enable daily activities and social participation in adults with CP.

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Galactorrhea is a rare event after breast augmentation. The physiopathologic bases of galactorrhea depend on the central secretion of prolactin. These physiopathologic bases must be clearly understood for the prevention and treatment of postoperative galactorrhea. This report describes two cases of a postoperative galactorrhea after aesthetic breast augmentation with silicone implants. The clinical appearance closely resembles a postoperative sepsis without hyperthermia. Bacteriologic samples are negative. Endocrinologic examination finds a characteristic hyperprolactinemia. The evolution is favorable under dopaminergic agonists.

Aesthetic breast augmentation with implants remains the single most popular and demanded aesthetic surgery when compared with the wide range of procedures breast plastic surgeons. Patients of a wide variety of ages and backgrounds seek breast augmentation. A subgroup of patients with a degree of body dysmorphic disorder may also present without any clinical or aesthetic objective rationale for breast augmentation and these have to be carefully detected to ensure that they are managed appropriately. All patients require a careful clinical examination and assessment following a thorough history that should include psychological background for seeking breast augmentation, a specific breast medical history as well as a general medical history, current medications and allergies. Coupled with this is an assessment regarding the infra-mammary crease, and whether this might change with breast augmentation, or indeed be lowered as part of the planning process.

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As part of the continuous certification process, the American Board of Plastic Surgery collects case data for specific tracer procedures in aesthetic surgery to assess practice improvement by the diplomates. These case-based data provide valuable information on national trends in clinical practice. The current study was performed to analyze practice patterns in aesthetic primary breast augmentation. Breast augmentation tracer data were reviewed from 2005 to 2021 and grouped into an early cohort (EC), from 2005 through 2014, and a recent cohort (RC), from 2015 through 2021. Fisher exact tests and two-sample t tests compared demographic characteristics of the patients, surgical techniques, and complication rates. Patients in the RC were slightly older (34 versus 35 years; P < 0.001), more likely to have ptosis greater than 22 cm (20% versus 23%; P < 0.0001), less likely to smoke (12% versus 8%; P < 0.0001), and less likely to undergo a preoperative mammogram (29% versus 24%; P < 0.0001). From a technical standpoint, inframammary incisions have become more common (68% versus 80%; P < 0.0001), whereas periareolar incision use has decreased (24% versus 14%; P < 0.0001). Submuscular plane placement has increased (22% versus 56%; P < 0.0001), while subglandular placement has decreased (19% versus 7%; P < 0.0001). Silicone implants are most popular (58% versus 82%; P < 0.0001). Textured implant use increased from 2011 (2%) to 2016 (16%), followed by a sharp decline to 0% by 2021. Trends follow U.S. Food and Drug Administration approvals and warnings. This study highlights evolving trends in aesthetic breast augmentation over the past 16 years. The most common technique remains a smooth silicone prosthesis placed in the subpectoral plane through an inframammary incision.

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Breast augmentation with implants is a popular cosmetic surgery that enhances breast volume and contour through various placement planes. In this review, we examine the impact of subglandular, subpectoral, and subfascial implant planes on postoperative outcomes and complication rates. Subglandular placement offers simplicity but is associated with higher risks of capsular contracture, hematoma, and rippling in patients with low tissue coverage. The subpectoral plane, widely adopted for its natural appearance and reduced capsular contracture risk, may cause dynamic deformity due to muscle contraction. Although technically challenging, the subfascial plane combines the benefits of soft tissue support and reduced implant displacement. We highlight the importance of choosing an optimal implant plane tailored to each patient’s anatomical and aesthetic needs to enhance surgical outcomes and minimize complications. Further research is needed to validate long-term efficacy, particularly for subfascial placement.

Primary breast augmentation is one of the most commonly requested aesthetic procedures. Considering the large number of procedures performed in connection with a high demand, it is crucial to prevent complications. For this reason, finding and avoiding possible sources of complications is decisive. Between January 2010 and December 2021, 1625 female patients underwent an aesthetic breast augmentation performed by a single surgeon. The data collected were analyzed through a machine learning technique for binary recursive partitioning. This made it possible to detect unknown sources of a complication and determine a vertex for the various features. When analyzing the data, for most features a high importance score with low entropy was achieved, concluding a high significance. In addition, reproducibility was demonstrated through detailed testing and training accuracies in the algorithm. With this procedure, in addition to known risks such as a high BMI and round implant shape, a larger than A preoperative bra-cup size (OR: 2.7) and a taller body could also be identified as most significant influencing factors for complications. Preoperative breast size plays an exceptionally important role in the occurrence of complications and should be a factor held in a surgeon's considerations. In addition, this study shows ways to transfer artificial intelligence into plastic surgery to increase medical quality. This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

During the last decades, numerous surgical techniques have been described for breast augmentation. In addition to the very popular inframammary and the periareolar approaches, the transaxillary technique provides an elegant means of conducting a safe and accurate implant placement without producing visible scars on the breast mound. Due to a questionable lack of intraoperative visualisation with resultant higher complication rates,we conducted a retrospective analysis comparing the endoscopy-assisted transaxillary approach with the inframammary technique. A retrospective analysis was conducted comparing the endoscopy-assisted transaxillary approach with the more commonly chosen inframammary aditus. Patients undergoing breast augmentation from 1997 to 2005 were analysed retrospectively. The analysis was conducted in patients undergoing this procedure for aesthetic reasons only. Underlying breast pathology as well as previously performed breast surgery were among the exclusion criteria. The Client Satisfaction Questionnaire (CSQ-8) was applied for assessment of patient satisfaction. From 1997 to 2005, 96 patients underwent breast augmentation at our institution. Implant volumes ranged from 150 to 400 ml.62.5% preferred the transaxillary technique vs. 37.5% who chose the inframammary route. Complication rates were low in both patient subsets, the statistics revealing no differences. Assessment of patient satisfaction displayed high levels of satisfaction in both groups without any significant differences. The endoscopy-assisted transaxillary breast augmentation is a safe technique which generates high levels of patient satisfaction. Predictable results can be achieved by this approach which is preferred by the majority of patients when offered.