PRS Journal Club “Long-Term Fat Graft Volume Retention” with Chris Campbell, MD - Jun. 2025 Journal Club
Jun 11, 2025
Join Dr. Chris Campbell, a leading microsurgery expert and director at the University of Virginia, as he dives into the fascinating world of fat grafting in breast augmentation. He discusses groundbreaking studies revealing how postoperative weight changes can significantly affect long-term volume retention. Listeners will learn about the intricacies of fat processing methods, the impact of meticulous technique, and insights into patient satisfaction over time. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in cosmetic surgery trends!
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Fat Graft Retention Depends on Weight
- Fat grafting for breast augmentation stabilizes at about eight months with approximately 46% volume retention.
- Weight changes postoperatively significantly affect fat graft retention percentages, increasing with weight gain and decreasing with weight loss.
Avoid Postoperative Weight Fluctuations
- Advise patients to avoid intentional weight loss after fat graft breast augmentation.
- Counsel patients against gaining weight temporarily to aid liposuction then losing it, as it reduces fat graft retention.
Retention Influenced by Weight Variation
- Breast volume changes after fat grafting may reflect natural variation due to weight changes, not just fat retention.
- The concept of retention may be influenced by the impact of weight gain or loss post-surgery on breast volume.