Niklas Biermann, Andreas Eigenberger, Oliver Felthaus, Vanessa Brébant, Norbert Heine, Eva Brix, Steffen Spoerl, Lukas Prantl, Geoffrey Gurtner, Alexandra M Anker
BACKGROUND: Breast lipofilling, a popular cosmetic and reconstructive procedure, involves the transplantation of autologous fat to enhance breast volume and contour. Despite its widespread use, cell processing and the aftertreatment remain controversial. This study investigates the pressure applied by a compression bra and reports in vitro stress tests of processed and unprocessed fat cells. METHODS: Clinical bra pressure measurements were conducted on a cohort of 45 patients following lipofilling, reduction mammoplasties and DIEP flaps...
May 30, 2024: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery