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  • 1Unit of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Istituto Nazionale Tumori, Via Venezian 1, 20133, Milan, Italy.

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Oncological breast surgery prioritizes cosmetic outcomes. This study explores skin-sparing mastectomies and nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) techniques, evaluating scar placement and volume replacement for optimal aesthetic results.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Oncology
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Maximizing cosmetic results is a key goal in modern oncological breast surgery.
  • Even unavoidable mastectomies require attention to aesthetic outcomes.
  • Advancements in breast surgery aim to preserve breast shape and improve patient satisfaction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate surgical approaches for skin-sparing mastectomies.
  • To evaluate scar positioning and volume replacement techniques in breast surgery.
  • To discuss nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) and its role in breast shape preservation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of surgical techniques for skin-sparing mastectomy.
  • Evaluation of scar placement strategies.
  • Assessment of volume replacement methods.

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  • Discussion of nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) criteria and treatment.

    • Main Results:

    • Surgical approaches for skin-sparing mastectomies were investigated.
    • Scar positioning and volume replacement were key factors evaluated.
    • Nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) emerged as a significant technique for breast shape preservation.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimizing cosmetic results in oncological breast surgery is achievable.
    • Skin-sparing mastectomy techniques, including NSM, offer improved aesthetic outcomes.
    • Establishing safe admission criteria and effective treatment strategies are crucial for successful breast cancer surgery with aesthetic considerations.