Surgery of hypertrophied male breast (gynecomastia) aim at restoration of natural look and proportions of male chest by resection of excessive tissues.

Operative method depends on type of gynecomastia. In cases caused by excessive fat tissue (pseudogynecomastia), laser or ultrasound liposuction is best option. If breast enlargement is due to hypertrophied glandular tissue its surgical resection is performed. In some patients combination of both methods gives best results.

Depending on technique employed, extend of  reduction and patient’s preference, gynecomastia surgery may be performed in general or local anesthesia.

Incisions in both methods are located in such a way that resulting scars after healing process is complete are almost imperceptible although permanent.

Patient after gynecomastia surgery in local anesthesia is discharged home after procedure is completed; patient after general anesthesia remains in facility for 6 hours.  Overnight stay in the facility may be required  after larger reductions.

Recovery period depends on method used and magnitude of reduction performed. Return to normal (non-strenuous) activity takes 7-10 day. Sport activities involving pectoral muscles may be resumed after 3 months. In postoperative period compression garment is used for 2 months to decrease edema and expedite healing process. Results of gynecomastia surgery are permanent although may be changed by weight gain and hormones.

This short information doesn’t replace medical consultation in the office.