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Intermediate Technical IVT

mastopexy

Pronunciation: MAS-toe-pek-see

Surgical breast lifting procedure to correct ptosis without significant size change.

Full Definition

Mastopexy is a surgical procedure designed to lift and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue to support the new breast contour. The procedure addresses breast ptosis (drooping) that may occur due to aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, or genetic factors. Various techniques exist including periareolar, vertical, and inverted-T approaches, with incision pattern selection based on the degree of ptosis and desired outcome. Mastopexy may be combined with breast augmentation or reduction depending on patient goals.

Usage

Usage note: Distinguish from mammaplasty, which refers more broadly to breast surgery procedures.

In Context

  • "The patient required mastopexy to address Grade II breast ptosis following pregnancy." — pre-operative assessment
  • "Combined mastopexy-augmentation was performed to achieve optimal breast shape and volume." — surgical summary

Also known as

breast lift breast lifting

Don't confuse with

mammaplasty breast augmentation

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