Procedure:
reduces increased breast with female aspect in men by removing fatty and glandular tissue though lipoplasty or surgical resection.
Duration:
1 to 2 hours.
Anesthesia:
local, epidural with sedation or general in some cases.
Hospital admission:
Discharge usually on the same day, some hours after the surgery.
Side effects:
temporary pain, swelling, numbing and burning sensation.
Risks:
infection, seroma (fluid accumulation), hematoma, asymmetries, ripple on the skin, pigment alteration, abnormal scarring.
Recovery:
return to work in 1 week.
Physical activities (sports):
2 months.
Driving:
3 weeks.
Results:
permanent. From 3rd week, defined after 6 to 8 months.