A Novel Technique for Single-stage Reconstruction of Nipple-Areola Complex following Central Lumpectomy.

ABSTRACT: Several oncoplastic techniques have been proposed for subareolar breast cancer, some of which may require contralateral operation for symmetry, or more than one operation for delayed reconstruction of the nipple-areola complex (NAC). We herein developed a simple and effective oncoplastic approach following central quadrantectomy, aiming to achieve the following: (1) preservation of breast shape and contour for patients who are not accepting of a notably smaller breast or bilateral operation; (2) single procedure with advantages of single anesthetic and the ability to reconstruct a breast that has not yet been affected by radiation; (3) no autologous grafts with disadvantage of an extra donor site; (4) creation of natural neo-NAC with only incision within the region of the areola complex; a

SUBMITTER: Huang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7928539 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature