Surgery is sometimes done to correct congenital breast deformities such as breasts that are very different in size (asymmetry or balancing), tuberous breast deformity, or extra or supernumerary breast tissue that is found away from the natural breast location.
Hypoplastic Breast
Hypoplastic breasts occur when one or both breasts do not fully develop during puberty. When only one breast is affected, this can lead to significant asymmetry. When both breasts are involved, they may remain noticeably small in proportion to the rest of the body. In many cases, the exact cause of hypoplastic breast development is unknown. However, it may sometimes be associated with conditions such as tuberous breast deformity or genetic syndromes like Turner syndrome or Poland syndrome.
Turner syndrome is a rare chromosomal condition affecting approximately 1 in 2,500 girls and can lead to physical differences such as shorter stature and underdeveloped breasts. Poland syndrome develops early in fetal development and most commonly affects one side of the chest. It may involve underdevelopment of the breast, chest muscles, ribs, or surrounding tissues, and in some cases may also affect the hand on the same side.
