Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
Preserving Your Natural Appearance During Breast Cancer Surgery
A nipple-sparing mastectomy is a surgical option that removes the breast tissue affected by cancer while preserving the nipple, areola, and skin. This technique has been used since the 1970s but has significantly evolved in precision and safety. At our practice, our experienced team uses a patient-focused approach that emphasizes both effective cancer treatment and natural-looking results.
During this procedure, the outer skin of the breast, including the nipple and areola, is left intact while only the underlying breast tissue is removed. When combined with breast reconstruction, this approach offers highly aesthetic results without compromising recurrence risk. Current data and research support this surgical technique with results comparable to standard mastectomies. Nipple-sparing mastectomies can be safely done alongside various reconstruction methods, including DIEP, PAP, or implant-based procedures.
Benefits of Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
• Natural look and feel.
Preserving the nipple helps maintain a more lifelike appearance, which can significantly improve a patient’s self-image and emotional well-being after surgery.
• Boosts psychological recovery.
Patients often report feeling more like themselves post-surgery, which supports a more positive recovery experience.
• Compatible with multiple reconstruction techniques.
This procedure can be paired with any reconstruction method, offering flexibility based on the patient’s body and preferences.
• Safe for select patients.
Typically recommended when the tumor is at least 2 cm away from the nipple, smaller than 4 cm in total, and hasn’t affected the skin near the nipple. However, current research has now progressed to the expansion of eligibility criteria.
If you’re considering breast reconstruction and want to preserve as much of your natural breast appearance as possible, a nipple-sparing mastectomy could be a suitable and empowering option.
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