The changing scene in breast surgery in a plastic surgery unit (1966-94).
A review of the increasing numbers and problems concerning breast surgery over almost 30 years is related. The current controversies and changing techniques are discussed. Breast reduction is confirmed to be a very useful operation, being a cosmetic as well as symptomatically beneficial procedure. It is seen to be a cause of a major increase in the unit's workload as its popularity increases. Various options for breast reconstruction after excisional surgery are discussed.
McGregor
J C
JC
Department of Plastic Surgery, St John's Hospital, Livingston, West Lothian, UK.
D018427:Breast Implants; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends*; D008408:Mastectomy