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Correspondence and communication| Volume 65, ISSUE 4, P535-536, April 2012

A less invasive technique for gluteal autoaugmentation during bodylifting of the lower trunk: The purse string suture in the non elevated area

Published:September 19, 2011DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjps.2011.09.003
      Many techniques for gluteal autoaugmentation in bodylift procedures of the lower trunk have been described.
      • Le Louarn C.
      • Pascal J.F.
      Autologous gluteal augmentation after massive weight loss.
      • Centeno R.F.
      Autologous gluteal augmentation with circumferential body lift in the massive weight loss and aesthetic patient.
      Whereas some contain local flap harvesting methods, others are characterized through suture techniques.
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