Managing nipple necrosis secondary to inverted nipple repair

VernacularTitle:乳头内陷矫正术后乳头坏死的处理
Author: Jiaqi LIU ¹ ; Fazhi QI
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1. 复旦大学附属中山医院整形外科，上海　200032
Keywords: Nipples; Reconstructive surgical procedures; Inverted nipple; Complication; Reconstructive surgical procedures
From: Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2021;27(4):279-281
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective:Nipple inversion is relatively common, occurring in up to 10% of females, various techniques have been described for correction of inverted nipples. However, data are limited on the associated complications. The presented study aimed to assess the management of nipple necrosis after inverted nipple repair.Methods:A retrospective chart review was performed on 25 cases of nipple necrosis after correction of nipple inversion between January 2018 and June 2020. All patients were female. Age ranged from 10 to 37 years with the average of 24.4 years. 13 cases were partial nipple necrosis with retract recurrence, and 12 cases were complete nipple necrosis.Results:The follow-up period was 6 months. All cases achieved primary healing. No infection or nipple necrosis occurred. All patients had satisfactory appearance.Conclusions:Appropriate intervention time, accurate preoperative evaluation and well-performed operation are important factors for the management of nipple necrosis after inverted nipple repair.