Skin and nipple sparing removal of breast

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A skin- or nipple-sparing mastectomy removes breast tissue while preserving selected outer tissues to support reconstruction. It is suitable only when tumour position, imaging, pathology and blood supply make preservation oncologically and technically appropriate.

The operation still carries risks including nipple or skin loss, altered sensation, infection, implant complications and the possibility of further surgery. Cancer clearance remains the first priority.