Professional
Technical
IVT
mammoplasty
Pronunciation: MAM-oh-plas-tee
Surgical procedure to reshape, resize, or reconstruct the breast.
Full Definition
Mammoplasty encompasses various surgical procedures performed on the breast tissue to alter its size, shape, or position. This includes breast augmentation (enlargement), breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty), and breast reconstruction following mastectomy. The procedures may involve implants, tissue rearrangement, or both. Recovery time and surgical approach vary depending on the specific type of mammoplasty performed. Documentation must specify the exact type of mammoplasty procedure.
Usage
Usage note: Always specify the type of mammoplasty (reduction, augmentation, reconstruction) in clinical writing.
In Context
- "The patient elected for reduction mammoplasty to alleviate chronic back pain." — consultation note
- "Post-mastectomy mammoplasty was performed using a latissimus dorsi flap." — operative report
Also known as
breast surgery
breast reconstruction
Don't confuse with
mastopexy
mastectomy