Tumor-to-Nipple Distance in Selecting Patients for Nipple-sparing Mastectomy

Conclusions: When histologic examination from the base of the nipple is negative (either by FS or permanent pathology), NSM can be considered oncologically safe. Lack of nipple involvement by preoperative clinical and imaging assessment and intraoperative FS is sufficient to classify patients as suitable for NSM.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Article Source Type: research