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Case Reports
. 2011 Oct;64(10):e259-61.
doi: 10.1016/j.bjps.2011.04.022. Epub 2011 Jun 1.

The use of a template to accurately position the inframammary fold in breast reconstruction

Mo Akhavani  1 , Amir Sadri, Lauren Ovens, David Floyd
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The use of a template to accurately position the inframammary fold in breast reconstruction

Mo Akhavani et al. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2011 Oct.

Abstract

Reconstruction of the inframammary fold (IMF) during breast reconstruction is vital in achieving good aesthetic outcomes and avoiding further corrective surgery. The IMF is usually reconstructed by comparing with the other side and estimating its correct position. The IMF template can be used to accurately and consistently mark the position of the IMF relative to the contralateral side thus aiding accurate reconstruction without the need to estimate.

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