Tattooing of the nipple-areola complex: What not to do. A case series.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Reconstruction of the nipple areola complex (NAC) is the final and easier step of breast reconstruction. However, surgeons, especially if trainees, typically have not developed tattoo skills during their training. The aim of this report is to share advice developed in our clinical practice that would minimize patient complaints and complications while performing NAC tattoos.

Methods

From January 2016 to May 2018, reconstruction of NAC was performed in 48 consecutive patients. Nipple reconstruction was performed initially using skin flaps and this was followed three to eight months later by NAC tattooing. We analyzed medical reports at 12 months follow-up where we usually record patient satisfaction (very satisfied, satisfied, dissatisfied) and every patient's co

SUBMITTER: Starnoni M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7287191 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature