Lift and Augmentation - Sutures to Rib Cartilage. How common are they?

August 13, 2016
Asked By:Momneedslift in Atlanta, GA

I have recently lost 70 pounds. I am a deflated B+. Want to be full C, small D. Getting full anchor mastopexy with implants. One surgeon has mentioned need to have sutures in rib cartilage at breast fold in order to maintain implant position due to soft tissue from significant weight loss. This scares me a bit. Do these sutures increase my risk for complications? How common are they?

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August 15, 2016

Answer: Very common and...

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August 15, 2016

Answer: Very common and...

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August 15, 2016

Answer: Sutures to ribs

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August 15, 2016

Answer: Sutures to ribs

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