Intermediate
Technical
IVT
malposition
Incorrect placement or positioning of implants or anatomical structures following surgery.
Full Definition
A complication where surgical implants, tissues, or anatomical structures are not positioned as intended, resulting in asymmetry, unnatural appearance, or functional problems. In breast surgery, this may involve implant displacement, rotation, or settling into an incorrect pocket. In facial surgery, it can refer to improperly positioned grafts, implants, or repositioned tissues. Malposition often requires revision surgery to correct and restore the intended aesthetic or functional outcome.
In Context
- "Bilateral breast implant malposition required surgical revision to restore symmetry." — Complication management report
- "The patient presented with cheek implant malposition causing facial asymmetry six months post-surgery." — Revision consultation notes
Also known as
malpositioning
implant displacement
Contrasted with
proper positioning
Don't confuse with
migration
rotation