Shoulder prosthesis surgery

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The shoulder prosthesis surgery at Clínica Sanza in Barcelona, Spain, consists in placing implants in the shoulder zone, which material does not cause an immunological reaction and it integrates with the tissues in a natural way.

The change in the appearance of the arms resulting from this operation is definitive.

At Clínica Sanza, with more than 30 years dedicated exclusively to plastic surgery, we advise the patient on what would be best in their case, bearing in mind that the patient has the last word.

WHERE DO WE OPERATE?

At Clínica Sanza we rely on the Sagrat Cor Hospital, part of the Quirónsalud group, to perform our surgical procedures.
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PATIENT PROFILE

People that wish to increase the shape of their shoulders and do not achieve that with exercise and sport.

Malformations or accidents that cause an atrophy or short development form one or two shoulders.

PROCEDURE

Shoulder prosthesis require an accurate technique and a previous correct evaluation for each case, to achieve the final result that the patient desires, evaluating the volume, physical constitution, skin quality and other factors. From this primary evaluation, the prothesis volume will be determined and best adapted to the patient wishes.

An implant is placed under the deltoids or in each shoulder to highlight the anterior, lateral and posterior muscules of each shoulder.

The surgical procedure can vary depending where the implant will be introduced and it’s anatomical position. Once it is placed, the incision will be sutured and some drainage will be placed, that will remain for 24 hours.

Clínica Sanza, normally places the implant through the axilla and under the deltoids muscle.

This intervention can be made with other kind of prosthesis like triceps, biceps or pectorals.

DURATION OF THE SURGERY

From 2 to 3 hours, depending on the kind of prothesis

PROTOCOL

Pre-surgery

Evaluation of the area to determine the adequacy of the treatment.
Follow specific patterns determined by the doctor.
Cardiac and respiratory analysis and test of it shape.

Anesthesia

Local and sedation, or AG.

Hospitalization

Ambulatory or 24 h hospitalization.

Post-surgery

Drainage and compressive bandage for 24 h-48 h.
Special compressive band to prevent and liquid collections from 2 to 3 weeks.
Suture removal if it is rejected however, this is unusual.
Medication if required.
Mandatory examinations after several days, several weeks and several months, according to prescription.

Convalescence

Special compressive band removal, 10 – 15 days from surgery.
Normal activity at 24h without doing compulsory movements and also don’t lift weight.
Restart to make physical exercise a month after surgery and in a progressive way.

RESULTS/OUTCOME

More defined and masculine aspect.
Rejuvenated aspect.
Improvement of the patient’s psychological profile and self-esteem.

DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY

Mid-complex intervention.

RISK LEVEL

Mid-high.
Own intervention risks: prosthesis displacement or intolerance that precise a retouch to improve them.
General intervention risks: hemorrhage, infection, scarring alteration.

BEFORE/AFTER PHOTOS

Video of biceps prosthesis surgery

If you want to see how a real biceps prosthesis surgery is performed, this is the video for you. It has been filmed in fast motion because the real operation lasts more than 1 hour. It is a complete filming, it shows from when the anaesthesia is administered, through the cuts with the scalpel, placement of the biceps prostheses, until the patient is sutured and bandaged.

WARNING: This is a video of a real operation, we warn that it may cause an impression and hurt the sensitivity of some people.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arm Treatment -FAQS

How can I improve the appearance of my arms?

Improving the appearance of the arms is a surgery that is increasingly requested by patients, depending on the case we can do several procedures. The use of prosthesis, biceps or triceps, liposuction or lipolaser, brachioplasty or lifting of arms. That is to say, we can increase the volume or diminish it or remove flaccidity.

What are the regions of the arms where I can place prostheses?

SHOULDER, BRACHIAL BICEPS, BRACHIAL TRICEPS AND PECTORAL, prostheses correct these deficits giving an appearance of greater muscular volume.

What material are the implants made of?

Arm implants are made of a silicone compound just like breast prostheses, but more cohesive. Their consistency is very similar to that of the exercised muscle.

When to do a liposuction of the arms? or lipolaser?

Those arms whose fat tissue thickness is in excess are recommended to perform liposuction to improve their appearance. As long as there is excess skin that can be satisfactorily retracted. When cellulite exists it is advisable to perform lipolaser.

When should I do an arm lift or brachioplasty?

When there is an excess of skin, motivated by an important flaccidity and that cannot be retracted by means of another procedure such as lipolaser. Patients who have lost a lot of weight or advanced age or fragile skin due to the sun and/or smoking.

What can I expect in the postoperative period?

After surgery the patient may feel somewhat uncomfortable with mild pain. This discomfort is controlled through the use of analgesics and anti-inflammatories. The bandage will be left on for the first 24 hours, but the swelling may persist for some time, as well as some bruising.

What type of anesthesia is used in arm surgery?

Surgery to place implants in the arms, brachioplasty or liposuction of the arms is performed under local anesthesia and sedation. This means that the patient will remain asleep during the intervention, absolutely calm, will not perceive any painful stimulus. We will leave a bandage for 24 hours and drainage if the case requires it. The lifting of arms also local or sedation.

How long does the operation last? Is hospitalization necessary?

The operation lasts 2 hours. It is ambulatory unless the patient requires otherwise. Depending on the number of prostheses to be placed, the size of the liposuction or brachioplasty, we will advise ambulatory or 24h admission.

Can you see the scars?

In liposuction and lipolaser of arms we leave stitches of 3 to 4 mm invisible. All the prosthesis of pectorals, shoulders, biceps and triceps are made by axillary route. A scar of 5-6cm in the armpit disguised in the axillary fold. The lifting of the arms leaves a long scar up to the elbow on the inside of the arm and sometimes also an axillary scar.