Abstract
An analysis of 105 consecutive breast reduction cases carried out by means of either the superior- or inferior-pedicle technique was undertaken in an effort to compare the two techniques and evaluate patient satisfaction. The two techniques were compared on the basis of weight of tissue excised from each breast, upward nipple displacement required, patient age, complications, operating time, and histopathology. A patient questionnaire sent to each subject in the study evaluated satisfaction with the surgery. It is concluded from this study that both the superior- and inferior-pedicle techniques are safe, versatile, and workable surgical options which can be incorporated within a cosmetic surgical practice. Both procedures, when utilized for appropriate indications, serve as means to address all degrees of breast hypertrophy. There was a high degree of patient satisfaction for both surgical techniques, with evidence of significant reduction in the symptoms that often led patients to consider the operation.
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