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Radiological Control After Reduction Mammoplasty: Do Ultrasonographic Postoperative Changes Return to Normal in the
1Department of Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Atatürk University Faculty of Medicine, Erzurum, Türkiye.
The Eurasian Journal of Medicine
|July 7, 2026
Summary
Most postoperative changes after breast reduction return to normal within two years. However, persistent changes in 15.3% of patients warrant consideration for breast cancer screening protocols.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Radiology
- Oncology
Background:
- Evaluated 65 breast reduction cases (2012-2020) with long-term ultrasonographic follow-up.
- Assessed the permanence of postoperative changes and their impact on breast cancer screening.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine if ultrasonographic changes post-reduction mammoplasty are permanent.
- To evaluate the implications of permanent changes on breast cancer screening.
Main Methods:
- Included 65 patients with at least 2 years of follow-up after reduction mammoplasty.
- Utilized serial ultrasonography (USG) and mammography (for patients >40) for postoperative monitoring.
Main Results:
- Postoperative secondary changes resolved in 84.7% of patients.
- Persistent ultrasonographic changes were observed in 15.3% of patients.
Conclusions:
- Ultrasonography is a reliable tool for postoperative breast evaluation.
- Findings suggest careful consideration for breast cancer screening in patients with persistent postoperative changes.
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