Breast reduction-Drains vs No 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).

Some surgeons drain breast reductions, and others do not. It is a matter of preference and technique.