ReviewGland surgery2016
Breast volumetric analysis for aesthetic planning in breast reconstruction: a literature review of techniques.
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32 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- Three-dimensional breast imaging using Artificial-Intelligence-Based Automatic Measurement System.JPRAS open · 2025Article
- SLAM-based Breast Reconstruction System for Surgical Guidance Using a Low-Cost Camera.IEEE transactions on medical robotics and bionics · 2024Article
- To Shrink or Not to Shrink? An Objective Assessment of Free Gracilis Muscle Volume Change in Lower-Extremity Defect Reconstruction.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Morphological Aesthetics Assessment of the Predicted 3D Simulation Results and the Actual Results of Breast Augmentation.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2024Article
- How Reliable Is Breast Volume Assessment When the Patient Is Lying Flat?-Volumetric Assessment of Breast Volume Using a Vectra H2 Handheld Device in Different Positions.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Impact of Tomosynthesis Acquisition on 3D Segmentations of Breast Outline and Adipose/Dense Tissue with AI: A Simulation-Based Study.Tomography (Ann Arbor, Mich.) · 2023Article
- ASO Author Reflections: Prediction of Implant Size Based on Breast Volumetry Using Mammography and Breast MRI in DTI Breast Reconstruction.Annals of surgical oncology · 2022Article
- Implants Versus Lipograft: Analysis of Long-Term Results Following Congenital Breast Asymmetry Correction.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2022Article
- Clinical use of perioperative magnetic resonance imaging-based breast volumetric analysis in final implant volume prediction for two-stage breast reconstruction.Annals of surgical treatment and research · 2022Article
- Immediate Lipo-Filling as a Novel Technique for Volume Replacement in Oncoplastic Breast Conservative Surgery.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2022Article
- Nonsubjective Assessment of Shape, Volume and Symmetry during Breast Augmentation with Handheld 3D Device.Journal of clinical medicine · 2022Article
- Invited Discussion on: Breast Equalization Augmentation: The Use of Ultrasonic-Assisted Liposuction for Correction of Primary Breast Asymmetry with Bilateral Augmentation.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2022Article
- Surgery of congenital breast asymmetry-which objective parameter influences the subjective satisfaction with long-term results.Archives of gynecology and obstetrics · 2022Article
- Correlation analysis of resected breast tissue and implant volume after mastectomy and its association with breast density.Archives of gynecology and obstetrics · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundAccurate volumetric analysis is an essential component of preoperative planning in both reconstructive and aesthetic breast procedures towards achieving symmetrization and patient-satisfactory outcome. Numerous comparative studies and reviews of individual techniques have been reported. However, a unifying review of all techniques comparing their accuracy, reliability, and practicality has been lacking.
methodsA review of the published English literature dating from 1950 to 2015 using databases, such as PubMed, Medline, Web of Science, and EMBASE, was undertaken.
resultsSince Bouman's first description of water displacement method, a range of volumetric assessment techniques have been described: thermoplastic casting, direct anthropomorphic measurement, two-dimensional (2D) imaging, and computed tomography (CT)/magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. However, most have been unreliable, difficult to execute and demonstrate limited practicability. Introduction of 3D surface imaging has revolutionized the field due to its ease of use, fast speed, accuracy, and reliability. However, its widespread use has been limited by its high cost and lack of high level of evidence. Recent developments have unveiled the first web-based 3D surface imaging program, 4D imaging, and 3D printing.
conclusionsDespite its importance, an accurate, reliable, and simple breast volumetric analysis tool has been elusive until the introduction of 3D surface imaging technology. However, its high cost has limited its wide usage. Novel adjunct technologies, such as web-based 3D surface imaging program, 4D imaging, and 3D printing, appear promising.
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