Correction of nipple inversion using a micro-knife and transverse to longitudinal skin closure

Summary Through a series of 7 patients (8 nipples), we present a technique for the correction of nipple inversion. We use a micro-knife to divide the shortened ducts and fibrous tissues, as well as an internal cerclage suture and reverse strictureplasty skin closure to effectively correct and mainta...

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Published in:Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery reconstructive & aesthetic surgery, 2010-08, Vol.63 (8), p.e627-e630
Main Authors: Cabalag, Miguel Suhady, Kong Chui, Christopher Hoe, Tan, Bien-Keem
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Breast Diseases - surgery
Cerclage suture
Dermatologic Surgical Procedures
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Inverted nipple
Mammaplasty - methods
Micro-incision
Microsurgery - instrumentation
Middle Aged
Minimally invasive
Nipples - abnormalities
Nipples - surgery
Plastic Surgery
Retrospective Studies
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:Summary Through a series of 7 patients (8 nipples), we present a technique for the correction of nipple inversion. We use a micro-knife to divide the shortened ducts and fibrous tissues, as well as an internal cerclage suture and reverse strictureplasty skin closure to effectively correct and maintain the position of the inverted nipple. The advantages of the proposed technique include its simplicity, effectiveness in severe cases, and long-lasting results.
ISSN:1748-6815
1878-0539
DOI:10.1016/j.bjps.2010.03.021