Surgical treatment of male gynecomastia via micro-incision of areola:a report of 116 cases / 中国普通外科杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To investigate the surgical treatment of male gynecomastia. Methods The clinical data of 116 cases(156 sites) of male gynecomastia were treated by using micro incision of areola with tumescent anesthesia in the past 4 years were reviewed. Results In this series, 50 to 150 grams mammary gland tissue were resected from the breast. There were no severe postoperative complications,such as nipple or areola necrosis and apparent scar . Follow up was done for 12 to 36 months, the scars were obscure, and the configuration of the breasts were good. Conclusions The operation for male hynecomastia via micro incision of areola with tumescent anesthesia is a good, reliable and convenient technique. It is easily performed with milder injury,less bleeding, and quick recovery.