Mammaplasty utilizing the periareolar approach

An analysis of 300 cases of reduction mammaplasty done utilizing a periareolar approach at the University Hospital of the State of Rio de Janeiro and our own private clinic during the period from September 1989 through October 1995 is presented in this article. The technical evolution of this procedure is described in detail as well as how the complications were eliminated and the aesthetic results improved. A thorough analysis of recommendations and comments on the results are made by the authors.