Oncoplastic reduction with Excision of Axillary Breasts, North Carolina
Many women with breast enlargement also have a condition known as axillary breast tissue where there is redundant soft tissue often with breast and fatty tissue present in the upper lateral breast near the armpit fold. Breast reduction will make the breasts smaller and sometimes accentuates the appearance of this redundant tissue so removal during breast reduction is often beneficial.
This patient actually had a left breast cancer and underwent lumpectomy during the performance of bilateral breast reduction. This is a procedure known as oncoplastic breast reduction. It involves the coordination of a breast surgeon who completes the lumpectomy and the plastic surgeon performs the reduction. This is not as straightforward as a regular reduction as the blood supply or pedicle that supports the nipple is not always predictable and thus requires extensive knowledge of a variety of breast reduction techniques to be successful. This patient also had bilateral axillary breast tissue removed.
She has now completed radiation which is present on the left breast and has left her with slight pigmentation changes. The redundant skin of the axillary area has been markedly improved.
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.
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 (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons society).
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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