The Human Case for Sparing the Nipple

Nipple-sparing mastectomy has been increasingly used for the surgical management of breast cancer. The procedure has been shown to be oncologically safe and improves patient psychosocial and sexual wellbeing outcomes. This reflection emphasizes that surgical management must consider the subjective patient experience.

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The American Surgeon
Published
2026-01-26
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1177/00031348261421663
Primary Topic
Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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The Human Case for Sparing the Nipple

Thomas Amburn
The American Surgeon
Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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The Human Case for Sparing the Nipple

Thomas Amburn
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Abstract

Nipple-sparing mastectomy has been increasingly used for the surgical management of breast cancer. The procedure has been shown to be oncologically safe and improves patient psychosocial and sexual wellbeing outcomes. This reflection emphasizes that surgical management must consider the subjective patient experience.

The American Surgeon
New York University (US)
Gender equality
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Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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