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The L-shaped mastectomy excision effectively treats severe male chest deformities after massive weight loss, with high patient satisfaction and minimal complications. This technique restores balanced upper body appearance and preserves nipple sensation.

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  • Body Contouring

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  • Male chest deformity post-massive weight loss presents challenges due to ptosis, skin laxity, and malposition.
  • Standard techniques for large breasts with poor skin elasticity include inferior pedicle Wise pattern and free nipple graft.
  • Prominent axillary rolls often accompany chest deformities, requiring concurrent correction.

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  • Fifty-five male patients (ages 20-57) underwent L-shaped mastectomy for chest re-contouring between March 2017 and December 2020.
  • Average follow-up was 17 months, with patients exhibiting an average body mass index of 29.
  • The L-shaped excision technique was employed to address complex chest deformities and prominent axillary rolls.

Findings:

  • Over 92% of patients reported high postoperative satisfaction with the L-shaped mastectomy results.
  • Complications were minimal, including two cases of minor ischemia, two hematomas, two seromas, and four hypertrophic scars.
  • The L-shaped technique demonstrated efficacy in correcting severe gynecomastia with atypical chest deformities and axillary rolls.

Implications:

  • The L-shaped excision is a valuable surgical option for complex male chest deformities following significant weight loss.
  • The procedure is associated with a low complication rate, manageable in an outpatient setting.
  • Preservation of nipple-areolar complex pigmentation and sensitivity is a key advantage of this technique.