Volumetric Mammogram Assessment: A Helpful Tool in the Treatment of Breast Asymmetries.

The surgical approach to breast asymmetry depends on several factors, including the surgeon's experience, the anatomy of the patient, and several methods that may help to choose a technique and define the size of the implant or the amount of breast tissue to be excised. The aim of this study is to assist in evaluation of breast volumes with the Quantra™ software application, intended for use with Hologic™ digital mammography systems. Twenty-eight women were studied with full-field digital mammography (FFDM) with the Quantra™ software application, for use with Hologic™ digital mammography systems preoperatively.

The effects of angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors on the fibrous envelope around mammary implants.

Background: Late capsular contraction around breast implants is one of the most difficult complications to prevent or resolve. The authors studied the mechanisms that control the fibrotic process in an animal model. Using angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor antagonist, the authors previously described a significant reduction in fibrosis in different experimental models.

An alternative approach to brow lift fixation: temporoparietalis fascia, galeal, and periosteal imbrication.

Background: Brow elevation is one of the goals of surgical rejuvenation procedures. In this article, the authors evaluate the results of a frontotemporal suspension-fixation technique by means of temporoparietalis fascia/galeal/periosteal flap imbrication through an open or endoscopically assisted approach.

Methods: A total of 32 female patients aged between 44 and 72 years were operated on under local anesthesia and sedation.