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The M–Y Axilloplasty After Massive Weight Loss: Analysis of 159 Consecutive Patients

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Abstract

Background

Brachioplasties often culminate in unsightly scars that are a source of disappointment to patients. We aimed to evaluate the results of M–Y axilloplasty following massive weight loss.

Patients

We performed a retrospective assessment of our technique for brachioplasty with an M–Y axilloplasty in 159 female patients after massive weight loss. This retrospective study covered a study period of 10 years.

Method

After substantial lipoaspiration, the incision is placed on the internal side of the arm, with an M-shaped axilloplasty.

Results

The satisfaction rate was 154/159 (97%) and 120/159 (75.5%) being happy with their esthetic results. Nineteen percent (30/159) of the patients had complications and 12/159 (7.5%) underwent a surgical revision.

Conclusion

M–Y axilloplasty for brachioplasty is an effective procedure for treating women who are unhappy with their upper arms after massive weight loss. The satisfaction rate is high, and the result leaves no excess skin on the chest.

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  1. Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic and Burn Surgery Unit, Hôpital Saint Louis, 1 avenue Vellefaux, 75010, Paris, France

    David Boccara, Arnaud Petit, Christophe Reinbold, Marc Chaouat, Maurice Mimoun & Kevin Serror

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Boccara, D., Petit, A., Reinbold, C. et al. The M–Y Axilloplasty After Massive Weight Loss: Analysis of 159 Consecutive Patients. Aesth Plast Surg 42, 1059–1064 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-018-1133-y

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