Hello, I am going to have a breast augmentation through an axillary incision, the last doctor I saw said that for him the ideal incision would be 12 cm away from my nipple, but this region is very exposed, it is not a discreet area. Anyone can see the scar, even with my arms closed. He said he couldn't go any further as the equipment wasn't long enough for more than 14cm. I went to 8 surgeons, 6 of whom agreed to do it from 15cm. So... what is the ideal distance for incision?
Answer: Incision Dear Warmhearted591036,
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Answer: Hello The distance could be between 12-15, in both cases the scar will be hide, and with time you won’t se it
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Answer: Hello The distance could be between 12-15, in both cases the scar will be hide, and with time you won’t se it
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July 19, 2023
Answer: Transaxillary incision If your surgeon states that it is not possible to place the incision further due to the equipment length then that's as far away as it can be done. Be sure you understand the risks and benefits of this particular approach. The preferred approach in my practice is inframammary. These incisions give the surgeon the best visualization of the pocket and tend to heal very well for the majority of patients.
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July 19, 2023
Answer: Transaxillary incision If your surgeon states that it is not possible to place the incision further due to the equipment length then that's as far away as it can be done. Be sure you understand the risks and benefits of this particular approach. The preferred approach in my practice is inframammary. These incisions give the surgeon the best visualization of the pocket and tend to heal very well for the majority of patients.
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July 13, 2023
Answer: Breast implants Almost every surgeon I know has tried transaxillary breast implants and given it up after a short time. You should reconsider going under the breasts
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July 13, 2023
Answer: Breast implants Almost every surgeon I know has tried transaxillary breast implants and given it up after a short time. You should reconsider going under the breasts
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July 20, 2023
Answer: Ideal position of transaxillary scar In my practice the position of the scar is placed high in the axilla but everyone is different in the position of the natural creases under the arm. In most patients there is a crease at the apex of the axilla and then a second crease that is approximately 1 to 2 cm. below the apex. The incision for transaxillary breast augmentation is usually placed in this second crease. The incision can be made in the apex crease but great care must be taken to avoid the axillary vein and artery and there are nerve branches from the brachial plexus that travel in this area. Injury to these structures can be avoided by using the slightly lower crease. The placement of the scar is still very high and so it is hidden by its position and the fact that is is placed in a natural crease.
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July 20, 2023
Answer: Ideal position of transaxillary scar In my practice the position of the scar is placed high in the axilla but everyone is different in the position of the natural creases under the arm. In most patients there is a crease at the apex of the axilla and then a second crease that is approximately 1 to 2 cm. below the apex. The incision for transaxillary breast augmentation is usually placed in this second crease. The incision can be made in the apex crease but great care must be taken to avoid the axillary vein and artery and there are nerve branches from the brachial plexus that travel in this area. Injury to these structures can be avoided by using the slightly lower crease. The placement of the scar is still very high and so it is hidden by its position and the fact that is is placed in a natural crease.
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