Nipple Reduction Using an S-Shaped Excision Technique.
10.14730/aaps.2018.24.2.95
- Author:
Hyun Rok LEE
1
;
Gyu Yong JUNG
;
Dong Lark LEE
;
Hea Kyeong SHIN
Author Information
1. Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dongguk University Gyeongju Hospital, Dongguk University College of Medicine, Gyeongju, Korea. jnjbeauty@naver.com
- Publication Type:Brief Communication
- Keywords:
Mammaplasty;
Nipples;
Surgical flaps
- MeSH:
Breast Feeding;
Female;
Humans;
Male;
Mammaplasty;
Methods;
Nipples*;
Surgical Flaps
- From:Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
2018;24(2):95-98
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Many people experience psychological distress because of large nipples. In this article, the authors would like to introduce our simple nipple reduction method that addresses the drawbacks of previous methods. This technique for nipple reduction using an S-shaped excision is simple, safe, and predictable. It is also a suitable method for nipple reduction in men and in women who have completed breastfeeding.