A qualitative study on the experiences of women undergoing surgery for developmental breast asymmetry.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Developmental breast asymmetry (DBA) is a largely underreported condition where the natural growth of one breast is smaller than the other. While some degree of asymmetry or difference in size and shape is present in most women, DBA can result in more profound differences that can impact a woman's psychosocial well-being.

Objectives

This study aims to better understand the experiences of women living with DBA, their experiences seeking treatment, and their reconstructive surgical journey and outcomes.

Design

This was a qualitative study involving in-depth, one-on-one semi-structured interviews with women diagnosed with DBA.

Methods

Participants were women seeking treatment for DBA through the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit at Flinders Medica

SUBMITTER: Ho LKY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11378208 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature