subfascial implant placement
Surgical technique positioning breast implants beneath the pectoralis fascia but above the pectoralis major muscle.
Full Definition
Subfascial implant placement is a breast augmentation technique where the implant is positioned beneath the pectoralis fascia but superficial to the pectoralis major muscle. This plane provides additional soft tissue coverage compared to subglandular placement while avoiding the muscle-related complications of submuscular placement. The fascia acts as an additional barrier that may reduce capsular contracture rates and provide better implant support. This technique is particularly beneficial for patients with thin soft tissue coverage who are not candidates for subglandular placement but wish to avoid animation deformity associated with submuscular placement.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish clearly from submuscular and subglandular placement in documentation.
In Context
- "The surgeon chose subfascial implant placement to optimize soft tissue coverage while maintaining natural breast movement." — operative note
- "Studies comparing subfascial implant placement to traditional submuscular techniques show promising results for capsular contracture prevention." — clinical research paper