Gynecomastia Surgery

Surgical correction of excess male breast tissue

Gynecomastia — the enlargement of male breast tissue — affects an estimated 30–65% of men to some degree and is caused by hormonal imbalance, medications (including anabolic steroids), obesity, or idiopathic factors. Surgical correction involves a combination of liposuction (for fatty tissue) and direct glandular excision (for firm glandular tissue) through a small periareolar incision. The result is a flat, masculine chest contour. For men whose gynecomastia prevents them from going shirtless or wearing fitted clothing, the psychological and physical impact of surgical correction is among the highest of any procedure. Mild cases may respond to hormone optimisation before pursuing surgery.