Breast Surgery Refinement: Different Approaches and Pearls | Global Partners Webinar Series-Breast Surgery Refinement: Different Approaches and Pearls (July 23, 2020)

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In the first webinar about breast surgery refinement, jointly presented by the Venezuelan Society of Plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic and Maxillofacial Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Rafael Casanova Duarte and Dr. Linda Rincon shared their insights on aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery techniques. Dr. Casanova focused on achieving aesthetic results in reconstructive breast surgery, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between surgeons to optimize patient outcomes. He presented various cases involving techniques such as lipofilling, oncoplastic surgery, and the use of musculocutaneous flaps, highlighting the significance of multidisciplinary approaches in managing breast conditions and surgeries.<br /><br />Dr. Rincon discussed considerations in combining mastopexy with implants, particularly in one-stage procedures, to maintain long-term results and operable fullness. She stressed the importance of precise marking, appropriate implant selection, and techniques in tailoring skin flaps to ensure symmetry and stability. Dr. Rincon outlined handling challenges such as double bubble and asymmetry, sharing detailed strategies for securing the inframammary fold, and adapting closure techniques for enhanced breast shape and projection.<br /><br />During the Q&A, issues such as revision rates, complications, and choices regarding implants and sutures were discussed, along with protocols for cases with unknown surgical histories. The session underscored the need for ongoing research and collaboration to adapt advancements in breast surgery while ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.

Keywords

breast surgery

aesthetic surgery

reconstructive techniques

lipofilling

oncoplastic surgery

musculocutaneous flaps

mastopexy

implants

multidisciplinary approaches

surgical collaboration

patient outcomes