[Reduction mammaplasty with the superior-lateral dermo-glandular pedicle].

[OBJECTIVE] To introduce a new technique for reduction mammaplasty appropriate to moderate or heavy hypertrophic breast.

[METHODS] The superior-lateral dermo-glandular pedicle flap including the nipple-areola complex was created. After the extra glandular tissue was removed, the superior-lateral dermo-glandular pedicle with the nipple-areola complex was rotated, adjusted, sculptured and fixed to the thoracic wall so as to fashion a breast with natural projection and proper shape. This method was used in 4 patients(8 breasts).

[RESULTS] The operation results were satisfactory without complications. The breasts maintained nice configuration and good function, with well lactating in one case.

[CONCLUSION] The technique of reduction mammaplasty with the superior-lateral dermo-glandular pedicle is a reasonable method to obtain nice breast configuration and good function.