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Breast Reconstruction with Thigh & Gluteal Flaps (SGAP/IGAP)

Breast Reconstruction with Thigh & Gluteal Flaps (SGAP/IGAP)

Procedure Description

Reconstruction with SGAP/IGAP (buttocks) or TUG (thighs) flaps is an alternative when the abdomen is not a suitable donor site. It uses skin and fat for a natural result, usually for small or medium breasts.

Benefits

  • Alternative when there is not enough abdominal fat
  • Natural result without implants
  • Hidden scars (gluteal fold or groin)
  • Contour improvement of buttocks/thighs (lifting effect)
  • High success rate (95-99%)

Recovery Time

Hospitalization 3-6 days. Mobilization in 4 days. Full recovery in 3-4 months.

Procedure Steps

  • Selection of donor site (Buttocks or Thighs)
  • Flap harvesting (SGAP/IGAP or TUG)
  • Microsurgical transfer
  • Breast shaping

Complications

  • Firmness feeling (due to dense buttock fat)
  • Donor site asymmetry
  • Partial graft loss (rare)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the procedure

Please refer to the Recovery Time section for specific details on this procedure. Generally, most patients return to work within 1-2 weeks.
Most surgical results are permanent, though natural aging continues. Non-surgical results typically last 6-18 months.
We use advanced anesthesia techniques to ensure your comfort. Post-operative discomfort is managed with medication.
Light walking is encouraged immediately. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for 3-4 weeks.

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