Gynecomastia is a condition in which the mammary gland in men, usually found to be atrophic, increases in size. This condition must be not confused with a pseudo-gynecomastia, a term indicating the increase of mammary region in man due to an increase in adipose tissue only.

Taking certain medications and drugs and some medical conditions can cause gynecomastia, although the exact cause often remains unknown.

The reduction of excess breast tissue can be very useful for an aesthetic improvement of the whole thorax region and solves an issue that often also affects the psychological well-being of the patient.

The surgery is performed under general anaesthesia and lasts between one and two hours; it usually requires a night of hospitalization.