MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia:Breast lift (mastopexy)

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Breast lift (mastopexy) - series: Incisions

Breast lift (mastopexy) - series
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Breast lift (mastopexy) is usually performed for drooping breasts, which may occur after a woman has had children. Mammograms (breast X-rays) and a routine breast exam are required before surgery.

Update Date: 10/19/2007

Updated by: Hebe Molmenti, M.D., Ph.D., Private Practice specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Baltimore, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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