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Journal of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons 2010;37(2):169-174.
Published online March 1, 2010.
Breast Reduction through an Inframammary Incision.
Yoon Gi Hong, Hyung Bo Sim
BR Baram Clinic, Seoul, Korea. 123sim@hanafos.com
Abstract
PURPOSE
Reduction mammaplasty is a procedure with a relatively high patient satisfaction rate, however, associated scarring around the areola can be a serious problem. This study proposes a new modification of the breast reduction procedure by means of an inframammary incision alone. METHODS: The breast is marked out preoperatively with standing position. Under the general anesthesia, an inframammary incision of approximately 7-8cm is done. The subcutaneous plane is made in the lower pole of the breast, then the subglandular plane is entered and a sharp dissection is made up to 2cm below the areola. The breast is mobilized from the chest wall and a cone-shaped parenchyme is removed in en-block except from the retroareolar central part. The remaining both pillars are gathered together with absorbable sutures and the base of the gland is narrowed to project the breast forward. The wound is closed in a layered fashion and taping of the breast mound is applied to redistribute the breast skin.
RESULTS
21 patients(36 breasts) underwent this procedure from December 2004 to December 2009. Average follow up was 9 months(ranged from 6 months to 12 months). No major complication occurred. Most patients were pleased with the breast size, shape, and scars. However, 2 patients complained their hypertrophic scars which were corrected by revision.
CONCLUSION
This technique is a simple approach to mild to moderate breast reduction through an inframammary incision alone. And, this technique provides an option with minimal complications and invisible scarring, which is especially important in the young patient group.
Keywords: Reduction mammaplasty; Scar; Inframammary incision
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