Intraoperative Assessment of the Relationship Between Nipple Circulation and Incision Site in Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy With Implant Breast Reconstruction Using the SPY Imaging System

Abstract

We have shown that an infra-areolar incision provides better blood flow following NSM and gel implant breast reconstruction. In our experience, in order to prevent the possible ischemia of NAC, we used the smaller gel implants, which is approximately 10 to 20 mL smaller than the original implant size measured by the sizer, if the egress rate of NAC is lower than 0.2. These findings have implications in the clinical setting as surgeons have a choice to provide a better outcome for patients.