Calf augmentation with new solid silicone implants

Aesthetic Plast Surg. 1993 Summer;17(3):233-7. doi: 10.1007/BF00636267.

Abstract

Calf augmentation has been standardized by the use of banana-shaped silicone gel implants for almost 20 years. Capsule formation and resulting distignement, dislocation, gel bleeding, and implant rupture are rare but unpleasant complications. A new implant of solid silicone (McGhan, Santa Barbara, CA, USA) in the anatomical shape of one belly of the M. gastrocnemius placed subfascially appears to overcome these problems.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Leg / surgery*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Silicone Elastomers*
  • Surgery, Plastic / methods*

Substances

  • Silicone Elastomers