Is it necessary to be hospitalised after gynaecomastia surgery and how long should one wear compression garments?

Hi,    Thanks for your question. I perform the procedure under local anesthesia. About 15-20% of our cases(those with less pain tolerance or anxious individuals) require a light sedation along with the local anesthesia. We have an anesthetist present for even those surgeries performed under local anesthesia. The person is usually discharged 1-2 hours after the procedure. The compression vest is to be worn for 4-6 weeks.

Hi rohin88,Thanks for the post. Gynecomastia surgery is an outpatient surgery performed under local or general anesthesia. Patients do not have to be hospitalized routinely after this surgery.  In my practice I have patients wear their compression garments between 4-6 weeks, but every surgeon may have a different practice in this regard.Sincerely,Dr. Dadvand