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PECTORAL IMPLANT INTRODUCTION The implant of pectoral
is not a medical decision, but a personal option. The way people
see themselves will define them as persons, helping them obtain social
recognition and approval. For some men an increase in the size of their
chest will not represent an advantage, but the operation will offer great
personal satisfaction to those having a sunken or flat chest. Your friends and the
members of your family may give you their opinion regarding this procedure,
the plastic surgeon may offer you medical advice, but it is only you
who decides what is best for you. This type of operation
has been performed since the 80's and a large number of men have reaped
benefits from the procedure. The increase in pectoral volume is an operation that is usually performed on the men who want their chest to have a more masculine aspect. SURGICAL INTERVENTION The surgical intervention
consists of an incision, separation of soft tissue of the anterior thoracic
wall, creation of a "pocket" in the area of the mammary region
and insertion of the implant. The incisions are
performed at axillary, transareolar, sub-mammary and through the umbilicum. The surgery is performed
under general anesthesia, because it is safer and provides operating
comfort to the surgical team. The risks of anesthesia are low but they
cannot be completely eliminated. Please provide the anesthetist with your
case history in order to establish the course and conduct of the surgery. The time required
for the operation of pectoral implant depends on several factors, including
the surgical approach, patient anatomy and type of anesthesia. Generally, the procedure
lasts for 1-3 hours. Most operations require 1-2 days of postoperative hospitalization. In this way the medical and surgical staff may monitor the patient. POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS Some of the complications that may occur are: infection, hematoma (clotted blood between the implant and the mammary tissue, which has to be removed), rupture or deflation of the implant, contracture of the capsule, modifications in the sensitivity of the nipple and extrusion of the implant. Follow the plastic surgeon's counsel to avoid the appearance of such complications. POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS After the operation
you must wear an elastic bustle. This will help the correct positioning
of the pectoral muscles during the healing period in order to maintain
their symmetry and compactness. The initial discomfort
shall be kept under control using analgesics. Removal of threads
shall be performed 7-14 days after the operation. The elastic bustle
shall be worn 4-6 weeks after the operation. The scars take approximately one year to disappear completely and exposure to sunlight should be avoided because of the adverse responses that may be caused. Usually, current activities
may be resumed 2-3 days after the operation. Pain may persist for
a period and if so, avoidance of activities requiring intensive use of
the arms is recommended. Intense physical exercise should be postponed
in order to ensure the proper healing of the scars. Usually, complete
activity may be resumed 3-4 months after the surgery, but this period
may vary in length, depending on the technique employed and level of exertion
during current activities. The plastic surgeon will recommend the optimum
time when normal life may be resumed. The implant of pectorals
will result in an increased volume of the muscles as much as possible
to achieve a novel aesthetic equilibrium of the body. This will lead to
increased confidence, as the new look will be pleasing to the eye. The emotional and psychic benefits of the procedure are an increased self-assurance, a better self-image and great personal satisfaction. SPECIAL INFORMATION · Wash thoroughly
before the procedure; This presentation is made exclusively for information purposes. For customized data and for further details please contact us at: Radu
Voicu, MD Teaching Hospital
CF2, 63 Marasti Blvd, Sector 1, Bucharest e-mail:
office@drvoicu.ro
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