title: Correction of inverted nipple with modified star flap technique.
abstract: The authors describe the application of the modified star flap technique for correction of inverted nipples. This technique allows easy identification and dissection of the lactiferous ducts under a clear direct view without trans-nipple incision. The secure deep dermal buried sutures around the nipple base in three directions maintain the newly everted nipple. The blood supply to the nipple flap is reliable through the dermal and subdermal plexus from the remaining non-incised site of the nipple and areola region.
authors.affiliation: Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan.
authors.forename: Y
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Yamamoto
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Sugihara
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D009558:Nipples / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000098:blood supply / Q000379:methods*; D013536:Suture Techniques