8 days post op breast reduction, is this wound dehiscence? (Photos)

Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction procedure. You are correct in that the T junction area can displays difficultly healing and open wounds are not uncommonly seen. These wounds go on to heal through a process of contraction where the tissues heal from the sides towards the center of the wound;  this process usually takes several weeks to occur, depending on the size of the wound.  Hopefully you will be seeing your plastic surgeon on a frequent basis; he/she will be in the best position to evaluate your progress. Occasionally, removal of unhealthy tissue (debridement) and/or removal of exposed sutures, may expedite the healing process.Best wishes; keep in mind, that the vast majority of patients who experience these type of incision line healing problems end up very pleased with the longer-term outcome of the procedure performed.

Thank you for your question. Wound dehiscence or wound breakdown is one of the most common complications after reduction mammoplasty. This is most often found at the junction of two scar lines. In your case is at the junction of the inverted T.  This is the area of the wound where the tension is the greatest. It usually heals by secondary intention with local wound care and the scar is acceptable.  Best wishes.

often do what you see and you should have received reassurances from your surgeon that all is good.  You should heal well if there is no progression and I do not anticipate progression from your photos.