Male chest enhancement: pectoral implants

Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2008 Jan;32(1):101-4. doi: 10.1007/s00266-007-9018-5. Epub 2007 Aug 5.

Abstract

The authors present their experience with the pectoral muscle implant for male chest enhancement in 21 patients. The markings and technique are thoroughly described. The implants used were manufactured and custom made. The candidates for implants comprised three groups: group 1 (18 patients seeking chest enhancement), group 2 (1 patient with muscular atrophy), and group 3 (2 patients with muscular injuries). Because of the satisfying results obtained, including significant enhancement of the chest contour and no major complications, this technique is used for an increasing number of male cosmetic surgeries.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscular Atrophy / surgery*
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Pectoralis Muscles / surgery*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Thoracic Surgery / methods
  • Treatment Outcome