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[Gynaecomastia].

Jakob Felbo Paulsen1, Jais Oliver Berg, Niels Kroman

  • 1jfelbo@hotmail.com.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|February 3, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Gynaecomastia, a benign male breast tissue growth, stems from hormone imbalance. While common in puberty and often self-resolving, adult cases warrant investigation for underlying causes and may require surgical treatment if persistent.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Gynaecomastia (GM) involves benign proliferation of male breast glandular tissue due to androgen-estrogen imbalance.
  • Pubertal GM affects 50% of males and frequently resolves spontaneously.
  • Adult GM can indicate underlying disease, necessitating thorough investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the etiology, clinical presentation, and management of gynaecomastia.
  • To emphasize the importance of investigating adult-onset gynaecomastia for underlying pathologies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on gynaecomastia.
  • Clinical guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of male breast conditions.

Main Results:

  • Gynaecomastia is primarily caused by hormonal imbalances.
  • Spontaneous resolution is common in adolescent males.
  • Persistent or adult-onset gynaecomastia requires medical workup for underlying conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing the root cause is the primary treatment for gynaecomastia.
  • Surgical excision with liposuction offers effective treatment for persistent cases with minimal complications.

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