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Mondor's disease in plastic surgery patients
1Plastic Surgery Department, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH 44106.
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|March 1, 1988
Summary
Chest wall thrombophlebitis, also known as Mondor's disease, is a harmless condition that resolves on its own. Patients can expect spontaneous resolution within months without needing specific treatment.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Dermatology
- Plastic Surgery
Background:
- Mondor's disease is a rare condition affecting subcutaneous veins.
- Chest wall thrombophlebitis is often associated with surgical procedures.
Observation:
- Characteristic cutaneous cords are palpable 5-7 weeks postoperatively.
- The condition typically resolves within several months without intervention.
Findings:
- Mondor's disease appears linked to initial surgical vein injury, not reoperation.
- No correlation exists between Mondor's disease and silicon implants or capsular contracture.
Implications:
- Recognition of chest wall thrombophlebitis allows for patient reassurance.
- Mondor's disease may be underdiagnosed and more prevalent than previously thought.