Nipple and areola reconstruction.
Nipple-areola reconstruction is an integral part of breast reconstruction. Optimum results are usually obtained when nipple-areola reconstruction is staged after the breast mound has attained its final shape and is well vascularized. The use of intradermal tattoo allows the use of a variety of nonpigmented donor sites. Women report that reconstruction of the nipple-areola enhances their overall satisfaction with breast reconstruction. The knowledgeable and skilled nurse is a valuable member of the professional team during this final phase of breast reconstruction.
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D001940:Breast / Q000601:surgery*; D003258:Consumer Behavior; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009558:Nipples / Q000601:surgery*; D013527:Perioperative Nursing; D012880:Skin Pigmentation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013653:Tattooing