Aitologous lipo-injection for breast augmentation: is it a suitable option ?

ABSTRACT

Autologous transplanted fat has been used over many years for soft tissue correction of many reconstructive and cosmetic problems. It is soft and has a natural consistency without rejection, easily accessible and readily regenerated after harvested.Autologous fat was injected into the breast for augmentation. 20 cases were admitted to the plastic surgery unit of AL-Qahraa University hospital and Saudi-[icrman hospital in Saudi Arabia during the period from June 1999 to June 2002. Ten cases were presented with bilateral hypoplusia of the breast and 10 cases were presented with idiopathic breast nvolution. The amount of fat injected was anes from 250 cc to 450 cc per each breast. The technique gave excellent breast contour aesthetic results. The technique and its -reults as well as complications are presented and discussed