Transaxillary Endoscopic Augmentation: An Analysis of 100 Cases

Abstract

Over the last three decades, there has been a large demand for elective breast enhancement. Endoscopic technology has expanded the techniques available for breast augmentation. There is a relative paucity of information on the outcomes of these endoscopic techniques. This series is presented to report on a series of approximately 100 consecutive patients who have undergone transaxillary endoscopic augmentation mammoplasty, primarily with smooth implants placed in the subpectoral position. This technique has revealed itself to be a safe, reliable, and versatile approach to breast augmentation that has allowed for a high degree of control in the performance of the procedure. The complication rate is relatively low and highly favorable compared with that of other methods of augmentation. The requirement for revisional surgery is minimal, and such surgery can be performed through the original approach and, to date, has been performed without the requirement for a counterincision. This technique can readily be taught with a high degree of predictability in planning and execution.