Nipple-Areola Complex Sensation after Nipple-sparing Mastectomy

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Nipple-Areola Complex sensation after nipple sparing mastectomy Risks of necrotic complications and diminishing nipple-areola complex (NAC) sensation are common complications affecting the patient’s satisfaction after the surgery. 44% showed partial sensation recovery, and . Only 2% had complete sensation recovery in all area of the NAC. Most sensation remained in the lower aspect of the areola away from surgical incision. In summary, this study demonstrated the feasibility to perform NSM in selected patients, with a low risk of NAC removal and local recurrence rate. NAC sensation can be preserved in some patients in the area far beyond the skin incision.

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