Inverted nipple correction
What is Inverted nipple correction?
A nipple which does not protrude but is retracted into the breast is known as an inverted nipple. It is caused by fibrous bands under the nipple keeping it pulled downward, and is generally accompanied by a lack of tissue supporting the nipple. Approximately 2 to 3% of Korean women are reported to have an inverted nipple. It can cause mastitis, or disturbance to lactation in severe cases as well as aesthetic problems.
Classification according to the degree of
inversion and operation method
Fibrous ligament tissue is extended through a small incision and is closed with a purse-string suture.
It is corrected by cutting off fibrous ligament tissue including the lactiferous duct and other tissue filled in under the nipple
* Various surgical techniques can be used depending on the degree of inversion, but consultation with a specialist is required since surgery can damage the ability to breastfeed for severe cases.
Inverted nipple correction
What is Inverted nipple correction?
A nipple which does not protrude but is retracted into the breast is known as an inverted nipple. It is caused by fibrous bands under the nipple keeping it pulled downward, and is generally accompanied by a lack of tissue supporting the nipple. Approximately 2 to 3% of Korean women are reported to have an inverted nipple. It can cause mastitis, or disturbance to lactation in severe cases as well as aesthetic problems.
Classification according to
the degree ofninversion
and operation method
Fibrous ligament tissue is extended through a small incision and is closed with a purse-string suture.
It is corrected by cutting off fibrous ligament tissue including the lactiferous duct and other tissue filled in under the nipple
* Various surgical techniques can be used depending on the degree of inversion, but consultation with a specialist is required since surgery can damage the ability to breastfeed for severe cases.