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Management of Nipple-Areolar Complex Complications in Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy with Prosthetic Reconstruction

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One of the most observed complication in nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) and immediate reconstruction with implants/expander is the partial or total necrosis of the nipple-areolar complex (NAC). The aim of this chapter is to provide the main notions about management of the nipple-areolar complex complications in NSM. Nipple-sparing mastectomy, although in case of necrotic complications to the NAC, is a valuable surgical option. The proper management of these complications is an important factor for achieving optimal result.

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  1. Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Bari, Bari, Italy

    Francesco Ciancio M.D.

  2. Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Careggi Universital Hospital, Florence, Italy

    Alessandro Innocenti M.D.

  3. Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Foggia, Foggia, 71122, Italy

    Domenico Parisi M.D. & Aurelio Portincasa M.D.

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Ciancio, F., Innocenti, A., Parisi, D., Portincasa, A. (2018). Management of Nipple-Areolar Complex Complications in Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy with Prosthetic Reconstruction. In: Shiffman, M. (eds) Nipple-Areolar Complex Reconstruction. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-60925-6_27

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