Nipple Reduction Preserving C-V Flap Tissue in Male Nipple Hypertrophy: Idea Innovation
Journal of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
;
: 202-205, 2010.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-32869
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
Male nipple hypertrophy is a rare condition but is a social embarrassment for individual. The currently available techniques of nipple reduction already described in the literature for female patients are discussed, but the goal of treatment is different in male patients. In male patient, the diameter as well as vertical height should be reduced simultaneously to achieve better aesthetic results. Our new technique can reduce the diameter of the hypertrophic nipple as well as the vertical height efficiently and simply.METHODS:
A 19-years-old man with nipple hypertrophy on the right chest presented. The flap is designed based on the site of left nipple, symmetry, the diameter, and the projection desired. The widths of the V flaps determine projection, whereas the diameter of the C flap determines the diameter of the nipple and top of the new nipple. Unnecessary hypertrophic tissues are extirpated and the V flaps are elevated. The nipple base is reduced by purse-string suture technique. The V flaps are wrapped around, and C flap is used as a cap.RESULTS:
No complication including nipple necrosis or sensory loss were found during follow-up period. The normal symmetry of the nipple contour was restored.CONCLUSION:
We describe a simple technique for male nipple reduction using a C-V flap with purse-string suture. In our experience, this technique has provided good aesthetic result and patient satisfaction.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Sutures
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Thorax
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Follow-Up Studies
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Suture Techniques
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Patient Satisfaction
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Hypertrophy
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Necrosis
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Nipples
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Year:
2010
Type:
Article
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