[Results of McKissock reduction mammoplasty]

Reducing mammoplasty is medically justified a surgical intervention to handle certain indications. Results obtained from this approach are discussed in comparison to other methods, primarily the Strömbeck technique, with reference being made to 217 patients of whom the majority had undergone McKissock operations. Ninety per cent of these patients were absolutely satisfied, and only eight per cent had restrictions. However, broadened or hypertrophic scars were recorded from 21 per cent in objective assessments by follow-up examiners. The method according to McKissock can be recommended for cases of mammary ptosis and macromastia. A two-stage approach, according to Joseph, should be taken to cases in which more than 1,400 g of tissue are removed from one side. No increased incidence of mammary tumours was recordable in the wake of reducing mammoplasty.