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Supernumerary nipples and accessory breast tissue

H T Gilmore1, M Milroy, B J Mello

  • 1Ob/Gyn, USD School of Medicine, Yankton, USA.

South Dakota Journal of Medicine
|May 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Supernumerary nipples and breast tissue, often overlooked, are more common in Native American women. These accessory organs require careful evaluation due to potential health issues and congenital abnormalities.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical research
  • Human anatomy
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Supernumerary nipples and breast tissue are frequently disregarded as minor cosmetic variations.
  • However, these accessory organs can undergo pathological changes and may indicate underlying congenital abnormalities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of supernumerary nipples and breast tissue in Native American women compared to non-Native American women.
  • To highlight the clinical significance of these accessory organs.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study comparing 100 Native American women with 100 non-Native American women.
  • Documentation and comparison of the occurrence of supernumerary nipples and breast tissue between the two groups.

Main Results:

  • Accessory breast tissue and nipples were found significantly more frequently in Native American women.
  • This suggests a higher prevalence of this anomaly within this demographic.

Conclusions:

  • Supernumerary nipples and breast tissue are not merely cosmetic issues and warrant thorough medical evaluation.
  • Long-term follow-up is crucial for patients diagnosed with these accessory organs due to potential associated pathologies.

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