Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia surgery is a procedure to correct over-developed male breasts. The plastic surgeon will not only reduce breast size but will also improve the appearance of the chest by proper shaping of the area.

The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and takes approximately two hours. The most frequently used methods include liposuction, liposuction in combination with removal of the glandular tissue, and surgical correction of excess skin and size of the areola.

The surgery is performed on patients who are in general good shape and have normal lab results.

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Lab tests required

General anaesthesia:

blood group
CBC
coagulation parameters (PT/INR, APTT)
electrolytes (Na, K)
glucose
creatinine
anti-HCV and anti-HIV antibodies
urinalysis
electrocardiogram
chest X-ray

Local anaesthesia:

blood group
CBC
coagulation parameters (PT/INR, APTT)
electrolytes (Na, K)

The patient must be vaccinated against hepatitis B virus.

Contraindications to the surgery

unrealistic expectations of the patient
active infectious disease
mental illness
untreated hypertension
untreated heart diseases
untreated diabetes

untreated hormonal imbalances
untreated bronchial asthma
venous thrombosis
menstrual bleeding
pregnancy

Before the scheduled surgery, you have to inform the doctor about any existing medical conditions as well as about any medications you are taking or allergies you have.

at least 4 weeks before the scheduled surgery you have to stop taking any hormonal contraception or replacement therapy (HRT);
at least 3 weeks before the scheduled surgery you must refrain from smoking
14 days prior to the surgery you should not take any salicylates (Aspirin, Polopiryna, etc.) or other substances affecting blood coagulation (e.g. herbs, garlic);
3 days before the surgery you must refrain from taking pain medication: paracetamol, pyralgin and NSAID drugs (e.g. Ketonal, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, etc.);
6 hours before the surgery you must refrain from eating, drinking or chewing gum;
you must take your chronic medication with a small amount of water.