The Final Touch: Technique and Artistry in Personalized Nipple Reconstruction Sunday, October 12 Sun, Oct 12 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CDT

This panel will cover creating aesthetically pleasing and anatomically appropriate nipples in breast reconstruction. This session will dissect the comparative nuances between Skate and C-V flap techniques, guiding participants through the decision-making process for optimal flap selection. A focus on critical aspects such as precise positioning, color matching to achieve natural-looking results, appropriate sizing relative to breast and body proportions, and the consideration of ethnic and individual breast variations will be emphasized. Additionally, the panel will highlight the latest advances in medical tattooing, offering insights into how these techniques contribute to the final touches of breast reconstruction. This interactive session will not only cover the technical execution but also the importance of personalization in nipple reconstruction to enhance patient satisfaction and quality of life.

Upon completion of this learning activity, participants should be able to:

1. Differentiate between Skate and C-V flap techniques for nipple reconstruction and apply criteria for optimal flap selection based on patient-specific factors.
2. Describe the principles of nipple positioning, sizing, and color matching to achieve aesthetically pleasing and anatomically appropriate results.
3. Incorporate considerations of ethnic and individual breast variations into surgical planning for personalized nipple reconstruction.
4. Evaluate the role of advanced medical tattooing in enhancing the visual outcomes of nipple-areola complex reconstruction.
5. Recognize the importance of individualized approaches to nipple reconstruction in improving patient satisfaction and psychosocial outcomes.