Inferior Pedicle Breast ReductionInferior pedicle is the medical name for a standard full breast reduction operation. Other common names for the procedure include the Wise (Weiss) Pattern, anchor incision or keyhole technique. This is the most invasive of all cosmetic breast surgeries and is sure to be a trial for most patients to endure.Inferior Pedicle Procedure
The full reduction operation uses 3 distinct incisions made in the actual
breast mound.
The first is a complete circular incision surrounding the
areola.
The second is a vertical wound from the bottom of the areola to the midline of the
inframammary fold.
The last is a long horizontal cut across the natural inframammary crease. These 3 wounds allow the surgeon to remove excess skin and interior
breast tissue,
creating a smaller lighter structure with a significantly improved aesthetic appearance.
Breast Reduction IndicationsThis drastic breast reduction procedure is used on women with the largest, heaviest and most ptotic breasts possible. The operation is performed to decrease physical and psychological suffering due to seriously problematic breasts. Most women should consider the vertical reduction procedure as a better option, if their breasts qualify for treatment with this less invasive technique. If you must undergo a full anchor reduction, make sure to use an experienced surgeon to achieve better final breast shape and a decreased chance for experiencing serious complications.Inferior Pedicle Breast Reduction AdviceWhen considering breast reduction techniques, always try to qualify for the least invasive option. If full reduction is your only choice, then make sure to do everything to get ready for the procedure. Try to get in good shape before the procedure to minimize the surgical risks. You might be able to loss enough weight naturally to make use of a vertical reduction, if you can afford the time to try. If you do go through with the full anchor approach, be sure to discuss your long term prospects with the surgeon. Some women suffer the breakdown of the inframammary fold after this surgery. This can lead to eventual problems with breast shape and symmetry. Above all else, hire a surgeon with vast amounts of reduction experience. There is simply no substitute for real world operating room expertise when it comes to determining final surgical results…Inferior Pedicle to Breast Surgery 7/20/09 Revised 6/6/11 |
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