The Nomenclature, Terminology and Lexicon of Breast Surgery Are We Really Saying the Same Thing?

This study investigated inconsistencies in the use of descriptors in breast surgery and recommends a novel nomenclature that will be adopted and standardized among plastic surgeons. The study used a modified Delphi methodology to first identify redundant descriptors or those with multiple interpretations, and then achieve consensus on ideal recommended nomenclature in breast surgery. The Delphi panel agreed that there was misuse of and lack of …