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01-04-2014 | Original Article

Brassiere Strap Groove Deformity: Definition and Classification

Authors: Selma Sönmez Ergün, Özcan Gayretli, Reşit Burak Kayan

Published in: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery | Issue 2/2014

Abstract

Brassiere strap grooves develop mostly on the shoulders of women with hypertrophied breasts. Varying degrees of the deformity are observed in such cases. To date, there is no universally accepted definition and classification for brassiere strap groove deformity. In this study, we aimed to define and classify the deformity in order to inform consultants and future surgeons.

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Title: Brassiere Strap Groove Deformity: Definition and Classification
Authors: Selma Sönmez Ergün
Özcan Gayretli
Reşit Burak Kayan
Publication date: 01-04-2014
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery / Issue 2/2014
Print ISSN: 0364-216X
Electronic ISSN: 1432-5241
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-014-0298-2

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Brassiere Strap Groove Deformity: Definition and Classification

Abstract

Level of Evidence V

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Abstract

Level of Evidence V

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