Hybrid Stacked Flap Breast Reconstruction
Blending Natural Tissue With Implants for Optimal Results
Hybrid stacked flap reconstruction is an advanced breast reconstruction technique that combines the use of your own tissue with a breast implant. It’s an excellent option for patients who want the softness and natural feel of autologous tissue but need additional volume or projection that tissue alone may not provide.
How the Hybrid Technique Works
• Flap Component.
Tissue — usually from the abdomen (DIEP flap), thigh (PAP), or buttocks (SGAP/IGAP) — is used to form the base of the breast mound. This natural tissue includes fat that gives the breast a more lifelike texture and appearance.
• Implant Component.
To enhance the breast’s size and shape, a silicone or saline implant is added. The implant can be placed either beneath the chest muscle (sub-pectoral) or on top of it (pre-pectoral), depending on what’s best for your anatomy and desired outcome.
• Stacking the flap and implant.
In a stacked configuration, the implant is placed underneath the flap, like a supportive base under soft natural tissue. This “sandwich” approach improves both projection and the natural appearance of the reconstructed breast.
• Use of ADM (Acellular Dermal Matrix).
Acellular dermal matrix, a biological scaffold made of collagen, is often used to support the implant and provide better coverage. It also helps secure the flap in place and contributes to the long-term stability of the reconstruction.
Key Benefits of Hybrid Stacked Flap Reconstruction
• More natural look and feel.
The addition of autologous tissue makes the reconstructed breast softer and more lifelike than an implant alone.
• Better volume and projection.
For women with limited donor site tissue, the implant adds the fullness and shape that a flap alone might not achieve.
• Improved symmetry and shape.
This method allows for fine-tuned shaping, helping to create a more symmetrical and balanced appearance between both breasts.
• Reduced implant visibility.
The natural tissue covers the implant, minimizing the chances of visible rippling or implant edges, especially helpful for women with thinner skin.
Who Might Benefit From Hybrid Stacked Flap Reconstruction?
• Women who don’t have enough donor tissue to achieve their desired breast size with a flap alone.
• Patients seeking a more projected or fuller breast shape.
• Those who want the softness of natural tissue but also need added volume from an implant.
• Patients who are looking for a more natural alternative to traditional implant-only reconstruction.
Hybrid stacked flap reconstruction offers the best of both worlds: the realism and comfort of natural tissue with the support and shape-enhancing qualities of an implant. It’s a highly customizable option tailored to each patient’s body and goals.
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