Breast reconstruction of an unusual configuration using two paranemic implants

Abstract

Implant-based breast reconstruction can be performed using a choice of various types of breast implants. However, cases where the breast shapes are unsuitable for implant-based reconstruction method are occasionally encountered. We present two patients with wide trunks who underwent breast reconstruction using an unusual configuration that involved a latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap combined with two paranemic implants.

Unilateral Reconstruction of the Large Breast: Combining Prosthetic and Autologous Methods for Improved Symmetry

“…Other groups have described the use of 2 implants in combination with the latissimus flap or the use of the an implant to reconstruct the upper pole with the latissimus filling the lower pole to reconstruct the large breast and obtain symmetry in a patient who was a poor candidate for an abdominal flap who chose to undergo unilateral mastectomy and reconstruction. 8 , 9 …”