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Breast hypertrophy surgery is increasingly needed in Senegal. A study of 47 patients found high satisfaction rates with various surgical techniques, despite a 9.5% complication rate, primarily infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • General Surgery

Background:

  • Breast hypertrophy presents a growing surgical challenge in Senegal.
  • A retrospective analysis of patient data was conducted to evaluate management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the outcomes of surgical management for breast hypertrophy in a Senegalese population.
  • To identify the most effective surgical techniques and complication rates.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 47 patients with breast hypertrophy over twelve years.
  • Analysis of surgical techniques including Mac Kissock, inferior pedicle, and Thorek.
  • Evaluation of pre- and post-operative measurements, tissue weight removed, and complication rates.

Main Results:

  • The average patient age was 33.9 years, with a mean sternal notch to nipple distance of 33 cm.
  • Mac Kissock (50%), Thorek (36.4%), and inferior pedicle (13.6%) techniques were employed.
  • Average tissue removal was 1.3 kg per breast, with a 9.5% complication rate (mostly suppurations).

Conclusions:

  • Surgical intervention for breast hypertrophy is a common and increasing procedure in Senegal.
  • High patient satisfaction (91%) with aesthetic results was reported.
  • Effective management involves selecting appropriate surgical techniques with acceptable complication rates.