Large Breast Reduction for Gigantomastia in Raleigh
This 46-year-old woman had very large breasts that were causing her problems. She could not get coverage from insurance as it required significant weight loss which she was unable to accomplish. She saw Dr. Lyle who felt she was a reasonable candidate for breast reduction and although weight loss was recommended it would unlikely change the size of her breasts. Dr Lyle does not accept insurance. The patient underwent a very large breast reduction with removal of just over 5 pounds of breast tissue per side. She had this done at Rex Hospital as her BMI was higher. She has significant immediate improvement. In nearly all breast reductions, the breast tissue is submitted for routine pathology. This patient had a prior normal mammogram however she was found to have a very small breast cancer in this enormous breast specimen. Treatment options included completion mastectomy or radiation treatment as the tumor was very small. She chose radiation and successfully completed a course and will now be taking anti-hormonal drugs. Despite this unsuspected finding, the patient is very happy with her much smaller, better shaped breasts. All patients who are 40 years and older and those with family history of breast cancer are required to get a screening mammogram prior to breast reduction, however despite a normal mammogram this patient still was found to have cancer in the breast specimen. Fortunately her result was preserved and she is considered cured from her cancer.
Dr. Lyle offers a wide range of Breast Reduction surgery options depending on your anatomy, excess tissue to remove and your desired outcomes. The reduction procedure can also be combined with another surgery.
Dr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients’ appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and the effects of aging.
Lyle Plastic Surgery is committed to exceptional patient care – you can read Dr. Lyle’s 5 star patient reviews on Google, Realself and Facebook.
Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society (previously American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons).
Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.
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