To Avoid Damage to the Ductal System, Which Incision Would

question 64

Multiple Choice

To avoid damage to the ductal system, which incision would you recommend for a woman undergoing breast reduction surgery?

• A) an incision around the lower part of the breast
• B) an incision in the middle of the breast
• C) an incision around the nipple (periareolar incision)
• D) an incision around the lower part of the breast and around the nipple
• E) an incision between the breasts

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