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A modified technique for nipple reconstruction: the 'arrow flap'.

C Rubino1, L A Dessy, A Posadinu

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Sassari, V. le S. Pietro 43/B, Sassari 07100, Italy.

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|July 16, 2003
PubMed
Summary

The novel 'arrow flap' technique significantly improves nipple projection after breast reconstruction, outperforming the 'modified star flap'. This method offers reliable, long-lasting results for both implant and TRAM flap reconstructions.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Nipple reconstruction often results in projection loss over time.
  • Implant-based breast reconstructions experience the most significant nipple projection decline.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a modified nipple reconstruction technique, the "arrow flap", in maintaining flap projection.
  • To compare the "arrow flap" with the "modified star flap" in unilateral breast reconstructions.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 32 patients undergoing unilateral breast reconstruction (16 implant, 16 TRAM flaps).
  • Nipple reconstruction was performed using either the "modified star flap" or the novel "arrow flap" technique.
  • Statistical analysis of residual projection was conducted using Student's t test.

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Main Results:

  • The "arrow flap" demonstrated statistically significant higher residual nipple projection compared to the "modified star flap".
  • The "arrow flap" proved effective for both implant and autologous (TRAM flap) breast reconstructions.
  • The technique is easy to learn, perform, and showed high patient satisfaction and compliance.

Conclusions:

  • The "arrow flap" technique is a reliable method for improving and maintaining nipple projection in breast reconstruction.
  • This technique offers a valuable improvement over existing methods, particularly for patients concerned about long-term projection.
  • The "arrow flap" is versatile, applicable to various reconstruction types, and well-received by patients.