| abstract |
Described are methods and apparatus for use in supporting tissue in a patient's body. In some embodiments, the patient's breast or another tissue is supported. A system for tissue support can include an elongate, flexible sling (3712) having a first end and a second end and configured to be subcutaneously introduced along a generally medial-lateral axis; a first suspension line (3735) carrying a first inferior soft tissue anchor (3734) and having a first superior free end; and a second suspension line (3735) carrying a second inferior soft tissue anchor (3734) and having a second superior free end, The first superior free end can be configured to be connected to the first end of the sling (3712), and the second superior free end can be configured to be connected to the second end of the sling (3712). Methods are also disclosed. |