Simplifying Breast Reduction: An Effective Approach to Defining the Ideal Breast Meridian

The rule of 11% provides a reproducible and objective guideline for designing the breast meridian. This bottom-up approach minimizes subjectivity, improves symmetry, and ensures stable and predictable outcomes. This formula is particularly beneficial for novice surgeons and enhances patient satisfaction by aligning with aesthetically ideal nipple positions.

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Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Published
2026-02-25
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https://doi.org/10.1097/prs.0000000000012363
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Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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Simplifying Breast Reduction: An Effective Approach to Defining the Ideal Breast Meridian

Da Woon Lee, Jae Jin Ock, Hyun Kim, Jae Woo Kim
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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Simplifying Breast Reduction: An Effective Approach to Defining the Ideal Breast Meridian

Da Woon Lee, Jae Jin Ock, Hyun Kim, Jae Woo Kim
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Abstract

The rule of 11% provides a reproducible and objective guideline for designing the breast meridian. This bottom-up approach minimizes subjectivity, improves symmetry, and ensures stable and predictable outcomes. This formula is particularly beneficial for novice surgeons and enhances patient satisfaction by aligning with aesthetically ideal nipple positions.

Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryVol. 157(3)
Soonchunhyang University (KR), Plastic Surgery Hospital (CN)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 44%
Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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