Hyperprolactinemia and galactocele formation after augmentation mammoplasty

Ann Plast Surg. 2009 Feb;62(2):122-3. doi: 10.1097/SAP.0b013e31817d8832.

Abstract

Galactorrhea and galactocele formation are rare complications of augmentation mammoplasty. A number of case reports have been published in the literature; however, the etiology remains unclear. A case is presented of a unilateral galactocele associated with transient hyperprolactinemia after augmentation mammoplasty.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Breast Cyst / etiology*
  • Breast Implantation / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hyperprolactinemia / etiology*
  • Milk, Human*