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Treatment with ultrasound-assisted liposuction of accessory axillary breast tissues

Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2006 Mar-Apr;30(2):251-2. doi: 10.1007/s00266-005-0160-7.

Abstract

Supernumerary nipples and breast tissue often are dismissed as cosmetic curiosities. These structures have the potential for pathologic degeneration and may be associated with significant congenital abnormalities. In a prospective comparison of 100 Native American women with 100 non-Native American women, these accessory organs were found much more commonly among Native American women. Careful attention should be given to thorough evaluation and long-term follow-up evaluation of any patient with this anomaly. This study investigated a patient who underwent surgical removal of her axillary breast tissue with ultrasound-assisted liposuction. The advantages of this method include a minimal incision scar from the liposuction cannula and the ability to detect residual axillary breast by ultrasound.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adipose Tissue / surgery
  • Axilla
  • Breast / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lipectomy / methods*
  • Middle Aged
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Ultrasonic Therapy / methods*