Insisting on an evidence-based approach, Dr. Swanson brings the light of science to bear on the many controversies in cosmetic breast surgery today. Conventional wisdom is challenged with factual analysis, made possible by Dr. Swanson's large body of published research. In his hallmark detailed style, the author lays the foundation with clinical studies, measurements, and patient-reported outcomes. The work is all here in one place for the first time, leading to some surprising conclusions. For plastic surgeons who prefer data to dogma, Evidence-Based Cosmetic Breast Surgery provides a unique and invaluable resource.

Table of contents (9 chapters)
Evidence-Based Medicine

Swanson, Eric

Pages 1-18
A Measurement System and Ideal Breast Shape

Swanson, Eric

Pages 19-31
Breast Augmentation

Swanson, Eric

Pages 33-74
Complications of Breast Augmentation

Swanson, Eric

Pages 75-106
The Myth of Breast Autoaugmentation

Swanson, Eric

Pages 107-120
Mastopexy and Breast Reduction

Swanson, Eric

Pages 121-156
All-Seasons Vertical Augmentation Mastopexy

Swanson, Eric

Pages 157-188
Breast Reduction Plus Implants

Swanson, Eric

Pages 189-197
Gynecomastia Surgery

Swanson, Eric

Pages 199-210