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Novel Reconstructive Ladder for Reestablishing Functional Skin Graft Coverage in Chronic Lower Extremity Wounds
12/13/2023
John C. Lantis, II, MD, FACS; Marnie Abeshouse, MD; Allegra Fierro, MD; Callie Horn, MD
This study proposes a standardized algorithm of care utilizing an acellular dermal matrix, split-thickness skin graft, and negative pressure wound therapy for the treatment of chronic lower extremity wounds.
This study proposes a standardized algorithm of care utilizing an acellular dermal matrix, split-thickness skin graft, and negative pressure wound therapy for the treatment of chronic lower extremity wounds.
This study proposes a...
12/13/2023
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Original Research
Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in Plastic Surgery
12/11/2023
Rohun Gupta, MD; Chirag Bisht, MS; Rafaella Genova, MD; Eliana Ege, MD; Matthew Chetta, MD; Kenneth Shaheen, MD
This study investigates the use of chemoprophylaxis in cosmetic patients compared with the current recommendations for venous thromboembolism chemoprophylaxis endorsed by the American Society of Plastic Surgery.  
This study investigates the use of chemoprophylaxis in cosmetic patients compared with the current recommendations for venous thromboembolism chemoprophylaxis endorsed by the American Society of Plastic Surgery.  
This study investigates the use...
12/11/2023
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Case Report
“Spare Parts” for Foot Wound Reconstruction: A Report of 2 Cases
12/08/2023
Richard Simman, MD, FACS, FACCWS; Kelsee K. Zajac
This report highlights 2 cases involving spare parts foot reconstruction of complicated defects, both of which decreased donor morbidity and lessened the degree of amputation. 
This report highlights 2 cases involving spare parts foot reconstruction of complicated defects, both of which decreased donor morbidity and lessened the degree of amputation. 
This report highlights 2 cases...
12/08/2023
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Case Report
“Spare Parts” for Foot Wound Reconstruction: A Report of 2 Cases
12/08/2023
Richard Simman, MD, FACS, FACCWS; Kelsee K. Zajac
This report highlights 2 cases involving spare parts foot reconstruction of complicated defects, both of which decreased donor morbidity and lessened the degree of amputation. 
This report highlights 2 cases involving spare parts foot reconstruction of complicated defects, both of which decreased donor morbidity and lessened the degree of amputation. 
This report highlights 2 cases...
12/08/2023
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Case Q&A
Cultured Epithelial Autograft
12/08/2023
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
Dr Stephen Milner discuss cultured epithelial autografts, including indications for use and limitations.
Dr Stephen Milner discuss cultured epithelial autografts, including indications for use and limitations.
Dr Stephen Milner discuss...
12/08/2023
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Case Report
Role of the Plastic Surgeon in Tuberculosis Treatment
12/08/2023
Margarida Mendes, MD; Alexandre Almeida, MD; Rita Costa, MD; Anita Paiva, MD; Mariana Jarnalo, MD; Gonçalo Gandra, MD; Ricardo Horta; Pedro Machado, MD; Ruben Coelho, MD
This report presents a case of a 63-year-old man with tuberculosis and postoperative bronchopleural fistula with empyema after pleural decortication and left lower lobe resection.
This report presents a case of a 63-year-old man with tuberculosis and postoperative bronchopleural fistula with empyema after pleural decortication and left lower lobe resection.
This report presents a case of a...
12/08/2023
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Original Research
Prioritizing Native Breast Skin Preservation or Scar Symmetry in Autologous Breast Reconstruction? Using Crowdsourcing to Assess Preference
12/07/2023
Gordon K. Lee, MD, FACS; Ashraf A. Patel, MD; Carol L. Feng, MD; Jessica Marquez, BA; John P. Spaw, BS , MS; Rebecca M. Garza, MD; Rahim S. Nazerali, MD, MHS, FACS
This study used a novel crowdsourcing method to evaluate laypeople’s aesthetic preferences for different bilateral autologous breast reconstructions to determine the relative importance of scar and skin paddle symmetry and preservation of...
This study used a novel crowdsourcing method to evaluate laypeople’s aesthetic preferences for different bilateral autologous breast reconstructions to determine the relative importance of scar and skin paddle symmetry and preservation of...
This study used a novel...
12/07/2023
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Case Report
Rare Presentation of Apocrine Hidrocystoma Along the Nasolacrimal Duct
12/06/2023
Sandip Kumar Sahu, MS; Chanchal Poddar, MS; Sucheta Parija, MS; Bruttendu Moharana, MS
Case of a 28-year-old female with no prior significant medical history presenting with an enlarging mass medial to her right lower eyelid for 2 years.
Case of a 28-year-old female with no prior significant medical history presenting with an enlarging mass medial to her right lower eyelid for 2 years.
Case of a 28-year-old female...
12/06/2023
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Case Report
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Surgical Site Infections of Sternotomy Wounds – A Case Series Study in Neonates and Infants
12/05/2023

M.K. Renish, DNB; K.S. Krishnakumar, MS, FRCS; Ajit Kumar Pati, MBBS, MS; K.S. Sunoj, MS, Mch; Raghuram Menon, MBBS, MS

M.K. Renish, DNB; K.S. Krishnakumar, ...
This case series reports the management of sternal wound dehiscence in newborns and children after cardiac surgery with the help of a negative pressure wound therapy treatment system.
This case series reports the management of sternal wound dehiscence in newborns and children after cardiac surgery with the help of a negative pressure wound therapy treatment system.
This case series reports the...
12/05/2023
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Case Q&A
Burn Size Estimation: A Critical Component of Burn Care
12/04/2023
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
Dr Stephen Milner discusses the significance of and methods for estimating burn size.
Dr Stephen Milner discusses the significance of and methods for estimating burn size.
Dr Stephen Milner discusses the...
12/04/2023
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Original Research
Osteocutaneous Fibular Flap for Reconstruction of Composite Metacarpal Defects Due to Gunshot Wounds
12/01/2023
Fatih Zor, MD; Yalcin Bayram, MD; Yalcin Kulahci, MD
This study presents reconstructions of gunshot injuries of the metacarpal bones with a fibular flap.
This study presents reconstructions of gunshot injuries of the metacarpal bones with a fibular flap.
This study presents...
12/01/2023
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Case Report
Life-Threatening Bleeding Following Penile Inversion Vaginoplasty: Case Analysis and Practice Improvement
12/01/2023
Patrick E. Assi, MD; Rishub Karan Das, MD; Salam Al Kassis, MD
Life-threatening bleeding in a healthy 37-year-old woman who was assigned male at birth and underwent gender-affirming orchiectomy, penile inversion vaginoplasty, and vulvar reconstruction.
Life-threatening bleeding in a healthy 37-year-old woman who was assigned male at birth and underwent gender-affirming orchiectomy, penile inversion vaginoplasty, and vulvar reconstruction.
Life-threatening bleeding in a...
12/01/2023
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Split-Thickness Skin Graft Donor Sites
04/21/2023
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 22-year-old male sustained third-degree burns to his right arm in a house fire. Dr Stephen Milner discusses split-thickness skin graft donor sites.
A 22-year-old male sustained third-degree burns to his right arm in a house fire. Dr Stephen Milner discusses split-thickness skin graft donor sites.
A 22-year-old male sustained...
04/21/2023
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Case Report
Radiation-Induced Morphea of the Breast Treated With Wide Local Excision and Abdominal Free Flap Breast Reconstruction
08/21/2023
Anita T. Mohan, MBBS, PhD, MBA; Gordon K. Lee, MD, FACS; Ashley Titan, MD; Minami Tokuyama, MD; Jacob Mirbegian, PA; Gregory R. Bean, MD, PhD
This case report describes a patient who underwent breast-conserving surgery and developed radiation-induced morphea that was refractory to medical management and resulted in severe disfigurement, excruciating pain, and poor quality of life.
This case report describes a patient who underwent breast-conserving surgery and developed radiation-induced morphea that was refractory to medical management and resulted in severe disfigurement, excruciating pain, and poor quality of life.
This case report describes a...
08/21/2023
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Original Research
Utility of a Synthetic Hybrid-Scale Fiber Matrix in Surgical Soft Tissue Reconstruction
01/04/2024
Saeed A. Chowdhry, MD, FACS
This retrospective case series review assesses the use of a synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix for the treatment of large complex wounds in the plastic reconstructive setting.
This retrospective case series review assesses the use of a synthetic hybrid-scale fiber matrix for the treatment of large complex wounds in the plastic reconstructive setting.
This retrospective case series...
01/04/2024
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Case Q&A
Mechanism and Management of Scald Burns
03/27/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
This Case Q&A presents a scald burn in a 3-year-old and discusses the mechanism of injury, the options available for management, the scientific evidence supporting the retention and debridement of blisters, and what features suggest...
This Case Q&A presents a scald burn in a 3-year-old and discusses the mechanism of injury, the options available for management, the scientific evidence supporting the retention and debridement of blisters, and what features suggest...
This Case Q&A presents a scald...
03/27/2024
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Original Research
Reconstruction of Complex Upper Extremity Wounds With Novosorb Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix Versus Integra Collagen-Chondroitin Silicone: A Cost Analysis
06/18/2024
This study compared the costs between Novosorb BTM and Integra CCS bilayer for reconstruction of upper extremity soft tissue defects.
This study compared the costs between Novosorb BTM and Integra CCS bilayer for reconstruction of upper extremity soft tissue defects.
This study compared the costs...
06/18/2024
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