Gynaecomastia

Overview
A pressure dressing will be applied for five days. There will be post-op visits on day seven, at six weeks and six months. At day 7 we will discuss the best way to achieve the optimum scar result.

What are the risks?
There are both general and specific risks and Mr Banwell will talk to you in detail regarding these. General risks include bruising and swelling, bleeding, wound infection, problems with general anaesthetics, abnormal scarring and keloid scarring. The specific risks of gynaecomastia surgery include inadequate reduction, excessive reduction leaving a depressed area under and around the nipple, asymmetry or contour irregularity, and loose skin, which fails to contract post-operatively.

What costs are involved?
+ Surgical fees
+ Hospital fees
+ Specialist anaesthetist fee