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What is the Chance of Recurrence of Symmastia?
Symmastia can be a difficult problem to correct. The natural tissue that separates the two breasts has been disrupted. Techniques to correct this include using suture techniques to re-establish the separation. The problem is suture techniques can fail over time. The chance of failure of the repair depends on many factors including severity of symmastia, your tissue quality, etc. I would ask your surgeon about the technique he or she plans to use to correct your problem.
Clinical Context
Repairing symmastia usually involves internal sutures that pull the breast pockets back into proper position. These stitches help the tissue heal in the corrected position, but healing takes time, and the area can be vulnerable to stretching during recovery. Implant weight, tissue quality, and activity level all influence how well the repair holds. Discuss your specific risk factors and the surgical approach with your surgeon before proceeding.
