Why do some require drains. Or do some docs just prefer them. Thanks!
Answer: Breast reduction surgery and drains Thanks for this question.I dont think that drains need to be used in routine breast reduction surgery. If there are specific issues that arise during the surgery i.e. excessive bleeding or an unusual percentage of breast tissue, then drains should be used.
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Answer: Breast reduction surgery and drains Thanks for this question.I dont think that drains need to be used in routine breast reduction surgery. If there are specific issues that arise during the surgery i.e. excessive bleeding or an unusual percentage of breast tissue, then drains should be used.
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May 9, 2015
Answer: Breast Reduction - To Drain or Not? This will really depend on your surgeon preference. Most do not routinely use drains but rather individualize the use of drains in breast reduction. I have not used drains for more than 20 years without problems#breastreduction #plasticsurgery #JPdrains
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May 9, 2015
Answer: Breast Reduction - To Drain or Not? This will really depend on your surgeon preference. Most do not routinely use drains but rather individualize the use of drains in breast reduction. I have not used drains for more than 20 years without problems#breastreduction #plasticsurgery #JPdrains
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April 28, 2015
Answer: Drains? The decision to use drains varies from one surgeon to another and may vary from patient to patient. If your surgeon thinks drains will help you heal faster and better, go with it. They are really not a big deal and not difficult to manage.
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April 28, 2015
Answer: Drains? The decision to use drains varies from one surgeon to another and may vary from patient to patient. If your surgeon thinks drains will help you heal faster and better, go with it. They are really not a big deal and not difficult to manage.
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Answer: Breast Reduction and Drains Most breast reduction surgeries do not, in my opinion, require drains. Over the years fewer and fewer surgeons are placing drains for breast reduction on a routine basis. Nevertheless, in some situations drains may certainly be useful. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis.
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Answer: Breast Reduction and Drains Most breast reduction surgeries do not, in my opinion, require drains. Over the years fewer and fewer surgeons are placing drains for breast reduction on a routine basis. Nevertheless, in some situations drains may certainly be useful. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis.
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September 14, 2017
Answer: Drains Great question. Drains in breast reduction surgery used to be standard many years ago. With improvement in surgical technique and instrumentation e.g. electrocautery, many of the breast lymphatics and small vessels that used to ooze after surgery tend to do so a lot less now. This has obviated the necessity for drains for many surgeons, including myself. Most patients prefer not to have drains, so find someone with whom you see eye to eye regarding all aspects of your surgery, including drain use, before you have your procedure (if you haven't already).
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September 14, 2017
Answer: Drains Great question. Drains in breast reduction surgery used to be standard many years ago. With improvement in surgical technique and instrumentation e.g. electrocautery, many of the breast lymphatics and small vessels that used to ooze after surgery tend to do so a lot less now. This has obviated the necessity for drains for many surgeons, including myself. Most patients prefer not to have drains, so find someone with whom you see eye to eye regarding all aspects of your surgery, including drain use, before you have your procedure (if you haven't already).
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