Simple Traction Device for Inverted Nipple Correction

묻힌젖꼭지 교정 후 사용 가능한 간단한 젖꼭지 견인장치

  • Lee, Hye Mi (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Wonkwang University) ;
  • Na, Young Cheon (Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Wonkwang University)
  • 이혜미 (원광대학교 의과대학 성형외과학교실) ;
  • 나영천 (원광대학교 의과대학 성형외과학교실)
  • Received : 2006.04.28
  • Published : 2006.11.10

Abstract

Purpose: The inverted nipple presents many problems in both cosmetic and functional aspects. The histopathologic features of inverted nipple are that inverted nipple has less fibromuscular tissue than normal nipple, short lactiferous duct and dense fibrous tissue. Many papers have been reported for correction of the inverted nipple, however not many medical literatures has specifically described about traction method. Although traditional traction methods were using half of urine cup or lid of bottle, they were uncomfortable and incapable for wearing brassiere. Methods: We invented a simple and more natural method using a dome-shape plastic disposable lid of take-out cup. We applied new device for three patients after corrective surgery. Results: For long term follow up, all patients satisfied their postoperative status and they were comportable with the lids. Conclusion: This new method is very simple, comfortable, and effective method for traction. It also allows patients to wear the brassiere.

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Acknowledgement

Supported by : 원광대학교

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