Is Breast Reduction Surgery Safe

Wondering if the breast reduction surgery procedure is right for you?

Are you worried about the safety and efficacy of the results?

Enlarged breasts could also cause trouble in skin irritation and possible rashes. This procedure, also known as reduction mammoplasty, offers a variety of medical benefits, including reduced neck, back and upper torso pain. Breasts are surgically reshaped to be more proportionate to the rest of the body by removing excess fat, skin, and breast tissue. A breast reduction surgery is no different than any other modern surgery in terms of its risks and complications.

Ideal Candidates for Breast Reduction Surgery in Delhi

While breast reduction surgery can provide both cosmetic and functional advantages, it is crucial to know if you are an ideal candidate before undergoing the cosmetic procedure. 

• Health: Patients are physically and mentally fit.

• Expectation: Reconstruction surgery can only be performed on the body's natural structures, so patients need to have realistic expectations.

• No Smoking: Smoking doubles the risk of tissue necrosis and wound healing in a breast reduction surgery procedure.

• Macromastia: the medical term for large breasts which causes other physical symptoms.

• Asymmetry: If the breast volume is asymmetrical and in shape; non-aesthetic positioning of the nipple and areolar region; and the level of the infra-mammary fold. 

• Comorbidity: Other medical conditions must be ruled out, and a holistic treatment plan must be developed.

• Chronic Illness: In the case of chronic illnesses like cardiovascular issues or diabetes, it is recommended to only go ahead with cosmetic surgery until the condition stabilises.

The board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr Rajat Gupta, prioritises patient care and considers their medical history before making the final decision on reduction mammoplasty. As part of the consultation, the surgeon examines the patient's breast anatomy, prescribes certain tests, understands what the patient wants, and explains the surgical and recovery process.

Risks Involved in Breast Reduction Surgery in Delhi

As medical advances and skilled plastic surgeons have improved, most potential risks have been overcome, and the breast reduction surgery procedure is now as safe as it has ever been. The reduction mammoplasty reduces the size and weight of the breasts by removing excess fat, glandular tissue, and extra skin.

It is imperative to understand and be aware of all the complications associated with the procedure while contemplating surgery. These are some of the potential risks of breast reduction surgery:

• Anesthesia related risks

• Scarring

• Delayed Wound Healing

• Nipple-Areola Necrosis

• Loss of sensation

• Unpleasant cosmetic result

• Hematoma

• Chances of Infection

• Irregularity in Breast Shape

• Asymmetrical Results

It is not uncommon for complications to occur during surgery; however, breast reduction surgery is one of the safest procedures. In most cases, these risks can be professionally mitigated through selecting the correct incision and the plastic surgeon's skill. 

Before surgery, Dr Rajat Gupta will explain in detail all or any potential risks associated with the procedure. He uses the short scar technique, which hides the scars. Having an experienced surgeon on board will make the procedure as smooth as possible. Choosing to undergo a breast reduction surgery procedure is a very personal choice. If the patient wishes, they may bring a list of questions they would like Dr Rajat Gupta to answer.