Impact of Reduction Mammaplasty on Sexuality in Patients with Macromastia and Their Partners

Publication date: Available online 30 July 2016
Source:Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
Author(s): Abolhasan Emami, Roohollah Sobhani
Aim of studyWomen with breast hypertrophy often experience a number of physical symptoms as well as psychological difficulty. The breasts are very important for the psychological well-being of women, which might be affected negatively through breast size and shape distortions. Self-body dissatisfaction and, in this background, the breasts can lead to low levels of self-confidence and self-esteem, which might affect sexuality.Materials and Methods35 women with macromastia and their partners were evaluated for their sexual function as well as surgery satisfaction before and 6 months following reduction mammaplasty. Physical status and sexual satisfaction was assessed using questionnaire. In addition, sexual function of the women and their partners were evaluated using the Index of Female Sexual Function (IFSF) and the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF).ResultThere was a significant improvement in the mean IFSF and IIEF scores after surgery in both patients and their partners. In addition patients expressed high levels of satisfaction with results of surgery in physical and psychological scores.Conclusionreduction breast surgery has a positive impact on the health status and psychological functions as well as sexual activity of patients and their partners.



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