New scarless flap technique for breast reconstruction
There is a new technique for breast reconstruction that allows women to have a shorter recovery time and lower complication rate. A report in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open suggests that a scarless flap may be the better alternative to the traditional flap. The scarless flap was developed by Australian plastic surgeons as a safer alternative to the original technique used for women undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Some women undergo a p
Differences in appearance of breasts based on race
A new study led by ASPS Member Surgeon Dr. Robert D. Galiano of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine suggests that the cosmetic results of a lumpectomy may differ between ethnicities. The objective is the same but the perception of cosmetic outcomes is different between African American and Caucasian women. Validated assessment tools were used to help optimize breast appearance for women. Ten African American and 11 Caucasian women participated in the study. Ea