Autologous Fat Transplantation: An Evaluation of Microcalcification and Fat Cell Survivability following (AFT) Cosmetic Breast Augmentation

Abstract

Since my introduction of the concept and techniques of autologous fat transplantation, considerable controversy has arisen over the amount of fat cell survivability and the possible formation of microcalcifications interfering with the diagnosis of breast carcinoma. An analysis of 5 years of experience using AFT in breast augmentation is presented. Maximum survival rates of fat cells exceed 80% and the incidence and control of microcalcification is discussed.