Plastic Surgery of the Breast - Breast Cancer v15-Video 2

Video 2 - Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy, Part II

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Video Summary

The speaker discusses the advantages of using thicker flaps in mastectomies, which do not increase cancer recurrence and reduce complications during reconstruction. A case involving a large areola is detailed, emphasizing the importance of not leaving residual breast tissue. The procedure includes sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary tail removal, and nipple-sparing mastectomy, followed by reconstruction with a silicone implant. The speaker advocates for a collaborative approach between breast and plastic surgeons during surgeries to achieve better outcomes and highlights the importance of meticulous dissection to prevent cancer recurrence in nipple-sparing mastectomies.

Keywords

thicker flaps

nipple-sparing mastectomy

breast reconstruction

collaborative surgery

cancer recurrence prevention