INFORMATION ON REDUCTION OF ENLARGED MALE BREASTS (GYNECOMASTIA)

The deformation

Enlargement of one or both male breasts mostly occurs on hormonal basis. Although breast enlargement bears with oncological risks, the most important operative recommendation is first of all esthetical problems causing serious psychical problems.

Possible treatments

Plastic surgery changes size location and tension of breasts. Patients have to discuss honestly their expectations regarding the operation with their surgeon but it is also have to be kept in mind that the expected result means improvement of the current state but never the absolute perfect, ideal state. The esthetical intervention improves outward, increases self-confidence.

Examination and consultation

The patient is evaluated by the plastic surgeon prior to the procedure. After the exam the surgeon discusses options with the patient that might affect his or her decisions with regard to the surgery (the desired changes in form or shape). Usually we preform this operation in general anesthesia. Then we inform the patient whether he or she is a candidate for one day surgery. At this point we also discuss one day surgery as a special treatment option, the lab tests that are necessary, types of surgical anesthesia, possible complications, requirements for home care, phases of healing, possible problems during the healing process, and anything else that is necessary for the patient to determine which treatment option to chose.

One day surgery

"One day surgery" means, that patients can leave the outpatient center on their own feet, accompanied by an escort, within 24 hours of surgery (usually after few hours of observation), and continue the healing process in the familiar confines of their own home. "One day surgery" requires strict professional, social, and various other preconditions that are discussed at the stage of the consultation when the need for surgery becomes clear. (i.e. good general health, absence of serious systemic disease, patient must take responsibility for arrangement of transportation and home care, must have phone to contact the clinic or the surgeon if necessary, etc).

The operation

The essence of intervention is shape and size correction of breasts. Previously to the operation liposuction is performed on these areas, and next the redundant breast tissue is removed due to a semicircular arch cut round the areola. Following the careful haemostasis the wound is closed by plastic stitches. Often aspirant tube is placed into the operative area in order to lead the evolving immune-serum away. After the intervention patient gets cover-bandage over the operative area.

Possible complications

No doctor can guarantee that a surgical intervention is free from complication. Even after the most careful medical intervention complications can occur. Early complications are immune-serum accumulation, post-bleeding, inflammation, skin necrosis can be well cured if recognised in early stage. The one day post operative monitoring serves the intervention of such symptoms. If you recognise any little sign of emerge of complications after leaving the clinic, you may contact immediately your surgeon to solve your problem. May sensation disorder of the skin of the breast, nipples occur but these are only temporary. Late complications are morbid scar formation, "over-formation of scar" or cheloid. This can be treated in three months from operation by injection cure.

Postoperative care

After the 1-2 days of post operative monitoring time patient is ready to leave the clinic and can go home with accompany. Previously we remove the aspirants. Taking antibiotics and pain killers if required is recommended after the operation. In the first week at home respite life-style is recommended, elimination of hand lift, bending is needed to be avoided. Control examination takes place one week and stitch removal two or three weeks after the operation. In the stage next to the intervention relaxation, ice of the operative area and wear of compression waistcoat is recommended for six weeks.

Fees

Charge for examination and consultation: 10.000 HUF > Euro
Reduction of enlarged male breasts: 260.000 - 320.000 HUF > Euro
General anesthesia: 80.000 HUF > Euro
One overnight stay: 30.000 HUF > Euro

50% of the total cost has to be paid as a deposit before surgery.
These prices are only representative, the final amount will also depend on the severity of the condition.

Appointments: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 8 pm.
Telephone: + (36 1) 266 7766