
Male breast reduction
male breast reduction
Gynecomastia is a medical term that refers to male breast enlargement. It is caused by either glandular tissue or fat tissue enlargement.
Male breast enlargement is mainly a hereditary problem experienced by about 30% of older men. In rare cases it can also be affected by environmental causes such as:
- medicines (e.g for high blood pressure, heart disease, prostate cancer)
- drug abuse (incl. anabolic steroids)
- some diseases (liver failure, cancer)
The procedure at Christinas Clinic
During the procedure either glandular tissue or fat tissue is removed from the breast, depending on the cause of gynecomastia. In case of major breast enlargement, skin removal may be needed.
1) Liposuction
If gynecomastia has been caused by excessive fat tissue, liposuction gives the best results. 5 mm incisions are made in the chest. A cannula is inserted to first loosen and then remove localized fat deposits. The wounds are finally closed with absorbable sutures and will remain unnoticeable.
2) Glandular tissue removal
If gynecomastia has been caused by excessive glandular tissue, it will be surgically removed. The half-moon shaped incision is then made following the bottom line of the areola. At times excess skin also needs to be removed. In this case a circular incision is made around the areolas.
These two techniques are frequently used simultaneously to achieve the best possible results. In more serious cases, breast removal may need to be considered.
Operation Info
Before the consultation: | prepare for the consultation consider risks and complications |
Before the surgery: | follow pre-surgery instructions |
After the surgery: | follow post-surgery instructions follow instructions for wound and scar care |
Anesthesia: | general anesthesia |
Length of surgery: | 1.5-2 hours |
Post-surgical kit: | post-surgical instructions absorbent adhesive dressing (for first change) antibiotics self-adhesive silicone dressing (if needed) |
Cost: | see our price list |
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