Pursestring Technique for Treatment of Nulliparous Congenital Inverted Nipple
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ABSTRACT: Background:
Nipple inversion in nulliparous women is often encountered and is a surgical challenge. The challenge lies in the correction of deformity with minimal marks and also in not damaging the lactiferous ducts, which will interfere with future breastfeeding. Aim:
To provide a relatively simple technique, which can be easily performed as an outpatient procedure with minimal complications. Materials and Methods:
A total of 11 patients were treated with this technique of which 5 patients had bilateral inverted nipples. Results:
We had no recurrence and the follow-up period was of minimal of 1 year. One patient had mild stitch infection, which healed conservatively with antibiotics. Conclusion:
The pursestring technique described offers a simple surgical option for the treatment of nulliparous women with nipple inversion.
SUBMITTER: Satish C
PROVIDER: S-EPMC8149984 | biostudies-literature |
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