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1Austin Gynecomastia Center, Westlake Plastic Surgery, Austin, Tex.
Abstract:
Conventional teaching dictates subtotal removal of gynecomastia tissue to ensure a cosmetically acceptable result. Modern-day concerns regarding gynecomastia treatment include continued "puffy nipples," possible recurrence, and compromised aesthetic results resulting from incomplete tissue removal. The author practiced complete tissue removal with a layered closure technique to optimize the cosmetic result while addressing treatment complications.
Methods:
A single surgeon treated 567 patients using a standard four-step approach with complete tissue removal. A retrospective chart review was performed to assess complications and reason for surgical revision.
Results:
All revision procedures were for postoperative scar tissue accumulation. No revisions for complaints of contour depression, recurrence, or continued puffy nipples were noted. No necrosis of the nipple-areola complex or skin was noted.
Conclusions:
Complete removal of gynecomastia tissue was not only possible but also essential to achieve optimal cosmetic results. The layered closure technique is a useful adjunctive treatment after gynecomastia total tissue removal.
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