An Innovative Method of Resizing the Nipple-Areola Complex in Subcutaneous Mastectomy: A Report of Three Cases

Gender-affirming mastectomy (GAM), also known as 'top surgery,' is one of the pivotal procedures undergone by trans males. Most procedures described, such as subcutaneous mastectomy, address breast volume reduction adequately, but resizing the nipple and areola is still a challenge. We describe an innovative method for resizing the nipple-areola complex, reducing the scar burden, and preserving innervation and acceptable male aesthetics.

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Cureus
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2025-05-03
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.83403
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Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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An Innovative Method of Resizing the Nipple-Areola Complex in Subcutaneous Mastectomy: A Report of Three Cases

Samuel C. Okpechi, Amina Abubakar, Yakubu Sabo, Chukwuma E Chijioke
Cureus
Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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An Innovative Method of Resizing the Nipple-Areola Complex in Subcutaneous Mastectomy: A Report of Three Cases

Samuel C. Okpechi, Amina Abubakar, Yakubu Sabo, Chukwuma E Chijioke
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Gender-affirming mastectomy (GAM), also known as 'top surgery,' is one of the pivotal procedures undergone by trans males. Most procedures described, such as subcutaneous mastectomy, address breast volume reduction adequately, but resizing the nipple and areola is still a challenge. We describe an innovative method for resizing the nipple-areola complex, reducing the scar burden, and preserving innervation and acceptable male aesthetics.

CureusVol. 17(5)
National Hospital Abuja (NG), Federal Medical Centre (NG), University of Abuja (NG)
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Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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An Innovative Method of Resizing the Nipple-Areola Complex in Subcutaneous Mastectomy: A Report of Three Cases — Samuel C. Okpechi, Amina Abubakar, et al. · Cureus (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS