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Case Report
Good Outcomes After a Severity Triad: Systemic Complications, Bacterial and Fungal Infections in 3 Patients With Major Burns
02/19/2025
Eliza-Maria Bordeanu-Diaconescu, MD; Andreea Grosu-Bularda, MD, PhD; Adrian Frunza, MD, PhD; Sabina Grama, MD, PhD; Mihaela-Cristina Andrei, MD, PhD; Tiberiu-Paul Neagu, MD, PhD; Ioan Lascar, MD, PhD; Cristian-Sorin Hariga, MD, PhD
Severe burn injuries from liquefied petroleum gas explosions pose complex management challenges. This report examines diverse complications and multidisciplinary strategies for optimal care.
Severe burn injuries from liquefied petroleum gas explosions pose complex management challenges. This report examines diverse complications and multidisciplinary strategies for optimal care.
Severe burn injuries from...
02/19/2025
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Original Research
Use of Dermal Substrate for the Treatment of Pediatric Deep Partial-Thickness Burns
09/26/2024
Katherine C. Bergus, MD, MPH; Dana M. Schwartz, MD; Kelli N. Patterson, DO, MPH; Shruthi Srinivas, MD, MPH; Renata Fabia, MD, PhD; Rajan K. Thakkar, MD
This study reviewed pediatric burn patients treated with dermal substrates, assessing wound healing and complications following dermal substrate application and grafting.
This study reviewed pediatric burn patients treated with dermal substrates, assessing wound healing and complications following dermal substrate application and grafting.
This study reviewed pediatric...
09/26/2024
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Case Q&A
Aftermath of Sulfur Mustard Poisoning
09/24/2024
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves DNA alkylation, protein damage, and oxidative stress. Clinical features include skin, eye, and respiratory injuries. Treatment focuses on decontamination, supportive care, and symptom management. Long-term...
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves DNA alkylation, protein damage, and oxidative stress. Clinical features include skin, eye, and respiratory injuries. Treatment focuses on decontamination, supportive care, and symptom management. Long-term...
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves...
09/24/2024
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Case Report
Reconstructive Management of a Severe Mentosternal Contracture in a Resource-Limited Setting: A Case Report from Ghana, West Africa
09/04/2024
Ryan Benson, MD; Erica Rego, BA; Albert Benneh, MD; Edward S. Lee, MD
This case report details the surgical management of a severe burn contracture in Ghana using only local anesthesia and limited resources.
This case report details the surgical management of a severe burn contracture in Ghana using only local anesthesia and limited resources.
This case report details the...
09/04/2024
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Case Q&A
Sunburn
06/11/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
This Case Q&A on sunburn discusses its pathophysiology, treatment options, the role of ultraviolet radiation, and the evolutionary benefit of skin pigmentation.
This Case Q&A on sunburn discusses its pathophysiology, treatment options, the role of ultraviolet radiation, and the evolutionary benefit of skin pigmentation.
This Case Q&A on sunburn...
06/11/2024
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Case Report
Limb Salvage in Extensive Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection with Adjuvant Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
06/07/2024
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy use in treatment of necrotizing soft tissue infection extending from the buttocks and perineum down to the left lower limb.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy use in treatment of necrotizing soft tissue infection extending from the buttocks and perineum down to the left lower limb.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy use in...
06/07/2024
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Case Q&A
Clinical Perspectives on the Use of Allograft Skin
05/28/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
Allograft skin for burn care is presented for a 35-year-old male who was admitted to the burn center after he threw gasoline onto a bonfire.
Allograft skin for burn care is presented for a 35-year-old male who was admitted to the burn center after he threw gasoline onto a bonfire.
Allograft skin for burn care is...
05/28/2024
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Case Q&A
Skin Grafting of the Dorsum of the Hand
05/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 35-year-old male was 1 of 6 men injured when a grain silo exploded and was treated with a split-thickness skin graft.
A 35-year-old male was 1 of 6 men injured when a grain silo exploded and was treated with a split-thickness skin graft.
A 35-year-old male was 1 of 6...
05/24/2024
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Case Q&A
Fluid Resuscitation of Severely Burned Children
04/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained...
04/24/2024
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Case Q&A
Vascular Response to Burn Shock
04/16/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 36-year-old male was rescued by firefighters from a house fire and sustained deep burns to 60% of his body surface area, including his head and neck.
A 36-year-old male was rescued by firefighters from a house fire and sustained deep burns to 60% of his body surface area, including his head and neck.
A 36-year-old male was rescued...
04/16/2024
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Case Report
Effectiveness of Using Autologous Saphenous Vein as Arteriovenous Graft for Patients With Chronic Wounds Undergoing Hemodialysis
04/22/2025
Masahiro Kuwabara, MD, PhD; Hiroto Hosoyamada, MD; Kana Tokuno, MD; Takahiro Hirayama, MD; Eri Ichijo, MD; Naoto Yamamoto, MD, PhD
Exploration of autologous saphenous vein grafting in hemodialysis patients with infected wounds requiring alternative vascular access solutions.
Exploration of autologous saphenous vein grafting in hemodialysis patients with infected wounds requiring alternative vascular access solutions.
Exploration of autologous...
04/22/2025
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Original Research
Facial Aesthetics in Artificial Intelligence: First Investigation Comparing Results in a Generative AI Study
04/17/2025
Evaluation of AI-generated otoplasty, genioplasty, rhinoplasty, and platysmaplasty images highlights limitations in realism and clinical applicability.
Evaluation of AI-generated otoplasty, genioplasty, rhinoplasty, and platysmaplasty images highlights limitations in realism and clinical applicability.
Evaluation of AI-generated...
04/17/2025
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Original Research
UAD Flap: A Contemporary Alternative to the Conventional Sural Flap for Distal Leg Wound Reconstruction
03/17/2025
Muhammad Usman Amiruddin, MBBS, FCPS; Ali Hassan, MBBS, FCPS; Hafiz Saqib Sikandar, MBBS, FCPS; Tanzeela Razzaq, MBBS; Muhammad Siyyam, MBBS
Innovative fasciocutaneous flap technique using peroneal artery perforators as an alternative for reconstructing complex soft-tissue defects near the heel.
Innovative fasciocutaneous flap technique using peroneal artery perforators as an alternative for reconstructing complex soft-tissue defects near the heel.
Innovative fasciocutaneous flap...
03/17/2025
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Review
Mitigating Hair Loss Among Scalp Laceration Repair Techniques: Review of the Literature
03/17/2025
Virginia Bailey, BA; Kenan Kherallah, BS; Jamie Warner, BS ; Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Meredith Moore, MD; D'Arcy Wainwright, MD; Michael Harrington, MD, MPH
Evaluating scalp laceration closure methods—sutures, staples, and hair apposition technique—to optimize cosmetic outcomes and minimize hair loss in trauma care.
Evaluating scalp laceration closure methods—sutures, staples, and hair apposition technique—to optimize cosmetic outcomes and minimize hair loss in trauma care.
Evaluating scalp laceration...
03/17/2025
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Original Research
Piscine-Derived Acellular Dermal Matrix in Upper Extremity Reconstruction
03/13/2025
Shawhin Shahriari, MD, MA, MS; Cees Whisonant, MD; Joseph Kuhn, MD; Tyler Chavez, MD; Joshua Harrison, MD; Casey McDonald, MD; Adam Schwartz, MD; Jolee Suddock, MD; Elizabeth Mikola, MD; Gregory Borah, MD, DMD
Exploring the use of piscine acellular dermal matrix in reconstructing upper extremity wounds with exposed critical structures in complex surgical cases.
Exploring the use of piscine acellular dermal matrix in reconstructing upper extremity wounds with exposed critical structures in complex surgical cases.
Exploring the use of piscine...
03/13/2025
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Case Report
Muscle Hernia Repair at Fascia Lata Autograft Donor Site
03/07/2025
Complications following fascia lata autograft harvest can lead to significant donor-site morbidity. This case explores surgical management of symptomatic vastus lateralis herniation.
Complications following fascia lata autograft harvest can lead to significant donor-site morbidity. This case explores surgical management of symptomatic vastus lateralis herniation.
Complications following fascia...
03/07/2025
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Original Research
Incidental Breast Carcinoma in Reduction Mammoplasty: A Systematic Review
02/20/2025
Jung Ho Gong, MD; Ronald K. Akiki, MD; Rachel Sullivan, MD
Examining breast cancer workup in reduction mammoplasties: A systematic review of preoperative imaging and histopathologic evaluation in surgical patients.
Examining breast cancer workup in reduction mammoplasties: A systematic review of preoperative imaging and histopathologic evaluation in surgical patients.
Examining breast cancer workup...
02/20/2025
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Original Research
Intensive Care Unit Admission Following Cleft Palate Repair in Patients With Pierre Robin Sequence Corrected With Mandibular Distraction
02/19/2025
Shelby D. Goza, BS; Katherine E. Baker, MS; Madyson I. Brown, MD; Samuel J. Hopper, MD; John Phillips, BA; Matthew C. Sink, BS; Katherine C. Benedict, MD; Kathryn W. Brown, MD; Colton J. Fernstrum, MD; Michael T. Friel, MD; Laura S. Humphries, MD; Ian C. Hoppe, MD
Patients with Pierre Robin Sequence undergoing cleft palate repair after mandibular distraction face unique airway management challenges. This study examines perioperative respiratory outcomes.
Patients with Pierre Robin Sequence undergoing cleft palate repair after mandibular distraction face unique airway management challenges. This study examines perioperative respiratory outcomes.
Patients with Pierre Robin...
02/19/2025
ePlasty
Case Report
Good Outcomes After a Severity Triad: Systemic Complications, Bacterial and Fungal Infections in 3 Patients With Major Burns
02/19/2025
Eliza-Maria Bordeanu-Diaconescu, MD; Andreea Grosu-Bularda, MD, PhD; Adrian Frunza, MD, PhD; Sabina Grama, MD, PhD; Mihaela-Cristina Andrei, MD, PhD; Tiberiu-Paul Neagu, MD, PhD; Ioan Lascar, MD, PhD; Cristian-Sorin Hariga, MD, PhD
Severe burn injuries from liquefied petroleum gas explosions pose complex management challenges. This report examines diverse complications and multidisciplinary strategies for optimal care.
Severe burn injuries from liquefied petroleum gas explosions pose complex management challenges. This report examines diverse complications and multidisciplinary strategies for optimal care.
Severe burn injuries from...
02/19/2025
ePlasty
Original Research
Prediction of Intra-abdominal Adhesions and Uterine Scar Grade Based on Abdominal Scar Characteristics in Women With a Previous Cesarean Section: A Diagnostic Accuracy Study
01/29/2025
Vignesh Durai, MS; Gowri Dorairajan, MD, DNB
This study explores the correlation between cutaneous scar morphology and severe intraabdominal adhesions, aiming to predict uterine scar grade in repeat cesarean sections.
This study explores the correlation between cutaneous scar morphology and severe intraabdominal adhesions, aiming to predict uterine scar grade in repeat cesarean sections.
This study explores the...
01/29/2025
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