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Does knowledge of the initial technique affect outcomes after repeated breast reduction?

Jamil Ahmad1, Sarah M McIsaac, Frank Lista

  • 1Mississauga and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada From The Plastic Surgery Clinic and the Department of Anesthesiology, University of Ottawa.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|December 22, 2011
PubMed
Summary

Repeated breast reduction using vertical scar reduction mammaplasty is safe, even without prior surgical records. This procedure effectively addresses recurrent symptoms and asymmetry, with liposuction as a valuable adjunct.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Aesthetic Surgery

Background:

  • Examines outcomes of repeated breast reduction using vertical scar reduction mammaplasty.
  • Compares outcomes when previous operative records are available versus unavailable.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of repeat breast reduction mammaplasty.
  • To compare outcomes based on the availability of initial surgical technique information.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of patients undergoing repeated breast reduction.
  • Analysis of 25 patients with recurrent symptomatic mammary hypertrophy, inadequate volume reduction, or asymmetry.
  • Comparison between patients with known (n=13) versus unknown (n=12) initial techniques.

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Main Results:

  • Average total reduction of 658 g per breast.
  • Liposuction used more frequently when initial technique was unknown (p=0.000).
  • No nipple-areola complex necrosis; complication rates did not differ significantly between groups (p=0.220).

Conclusions:

  • Vertical scar reduction mammaplasty is a safe repeat procedure, regardless of initial technique knowledge.
  • Vertical wedge excision and superior pedicle techniques are viable options.
  • Liposuction is a useful adjunct for volume reduction and minimizing dissection.