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- The procedure aimed to effectively treat chronic periductal mastitis and associated infections that had not responded to previous treatments.
- A multidisciplinary approach was utilized, combining central breast excision with latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction.
- The results showed successful infection clearance with no recurrence over three years, and the technique also maintained good breast symmetry and volume.
Article Abstract
Objective: The aim of this procedure was to definitively treat periductal mastitis and periareolar sepsis which was previously resistant to multiple surgical procedures and nonoperative treatment of chronic nipple sepsis.
Methods: We employed a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of end-stage periductal mastitis using a combination of central breast excision and immediate autologous latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction.
Results: Clearance of periductal mastitis and infection has been achieved with no recurrence at 3 years. Good symmetry of breast shape and volume has been achieved using this technique.
Conclusions: This method of partial breast reconstruction, commonly used for reconstruction of breast cancer ablative defects, may also provide good outcomes in nonmalignant disease.
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