Would rib removal and liposuction correct my asymmetry from scoliosis? (Photo)

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I have very bad frontal assymetry due to scoliosis that I can't stand, it bothers me a lot and makes clothes fit me poorly, is there anyway this could be corrected? I was thinking rib removal on my right side and fat transfer into one hip to even things out?

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

It is rather difficult to tell based on your photo. I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your expectations are.

Jan Hochtritt, BSc, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for this interesting question. A rib removal is a complex surgery with severe possible complications and should not be considered first choice. Fat grafting should give you a good correction of the asymmetry. In any case it is very important for you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon for recommendations based on a thorough physical examination. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica.

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

Hello! I would never recommend rib removal. There is a large risk associated with that. There may be camouflage procedures. I'm assuming you are not a candidate for spinal procedure. You should see a board certified plastic surgeon to check on your options.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  In order to fully assess your asymmetry, it would also be important to view your hips in this picture.  Liposuction and fat grafting can help improve asymmetry in some patients.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

It is hard to tell from this one picture the exact location/magnitude of the asymmetry. That is key in determining if ribs 11 and 12 are a major contributing source of the asymmetry. With scoliosis there is definitely going to be lower ribcage asymmetry and this is very common. An x-ray would really be needed to determine where the ends of ribs 11 and 12 sticks out.

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