2017
DOI: 10.5999/aps.2017.44.5.413
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Selection of Implants in Unilateral Prosthetic Breast Reconstruction and Contralateral Augmentation

Abstract: BackgroundIn breast reconstruction using implants after unilateral mastectomy, it is challenging to create a natural, ptotic contour, and asymmetry is a potential drawback. To achieve breast symmetry and an ideal shape for both breasts, we performed contralateral augmentation in patients undergoing breast reconstruction with implants.MethodsPatients underwent unilateral mastectomy and 2-stage reconstruction. During the second stage of the procedure, contralateral augmentation mammoplasty was performed. Preoper… Show more

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