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Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Breast-reduction surgery relies on de-epithelialization, traditionally a time-intensive scalpel-based procedure.
Surgeons seek efficient innovations for de-epithelialization in reduction mammoplasty.
The VersaJet Hydrosurgery system is an emerging tool for this purpose.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight a significant complication associated with the VersaJet Hydrosurgery system in breast reduction surgery.

Main Methods:

The study involved the application of the VersaJet Hydrosurgery System during reduction mammoplasty procedures.
Experience was documented across 28 breasts undergoing the procedure.

Main Results:

Complications were observed, specifically the development of epithelial inclusion cysts.
These cysts necessitated reoperation in affected cases.

Conclusions:

While the VersaJet Hydrosurgery system can accelerate de-epithelialization compared to traditional methods, it introduces a risk of epidermal cyst formation.
The potential for cyst development and subsequent reoperation must be considered when utilizing this technology in reduction mammoplasty.