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Case Report

Late Hematoma After Feminizing Augmentation Mammoplasty Mimicking Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)

05/24/2024

Kazuki Ueno

Yasuhiro Sakata

Mari Kawaji

Miwako Miyasaka

Shinichi Asamura

This report presents the first known case of late hematoma after feminizing mammoplasty and compares the characteristics with the reported cases of BIA-ALCL after feminizing mammoplasty.

This report presents the first...

05/24/2024

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Original Research

Maximizing Patient Satisfaction in Facial Feminizing Rhinoplasty

05/07/2024

Sandhya Kalavacherla

Sruthi Kalavacherla

Justin Cordero

Miriam Becker

Sabrina Straus

Lucy Sheahan

Amanda Gosman

This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.

This retrospective study...

05/07/2024

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Original Research

1444-nm Nd:YAG for Laser-Assisted Lipolysis: A Minimally Invasive Technique for the Treatment of Pseudogynecomastia

04/04/2024

Domenico Piccolo

Mohammed Hussein Mutlag

Lara Ronconi

Irene Fusco

Paolo Bonan

The efficacy and safety of a laser-assisted lipolysis device emitting 1444 nm was evaluated for the treatment of pseudogynecomastia.

The efficacy and safety of a...

04/04/2024

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Original Research

Addressing the Rhino in the Room: ChatGPT Creates "Novel" Patent Ideas for Rhinoplasty

03/12/2024

Daniel Najafali, BS¹; Logan G. Galbraith, BA²; Justin M. Camacho, MBA⁴; Sydney H. Arnold, MD⁵; Michael Alperovich, MD, MSc³;Timothy W. King, MD, PhD⁶; Mark S. Cohen, MD¹; Shane D. Morrison, MD, MS⁷; Amir H. Dorafshar, MD⁵

Daniel Najafali, BS1; Logan G. Galbra...

This study used a chatbot to generate possible innovations in aesthetic surgery relating to rhinoplasty.

This study used a chatbot to...

03/12/2024

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Case Report

Medical Tourism in Plastic Surgery: A Case Series of Complications

02/27/2024

Bilal Koussayer, BS¹; Taylor Blount, BS²; Mohammad Tahseen Alkaelani, BS²; Nicole K. Le, MD, MPH³; Mahmood J. Al Bayati, MD³; Joseph Moffitt, MD³; Jared Troy, MD³

Bilal Koussayer, BS1; Taylor Blount, ...

This case series presents experiences in managing atypical infections resulting from cosmetic surgery tourism in a tertiary care system.

This case series presents...

02/27/2024

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Original Research

Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in Plastic Surgery

12/11/2023

Rohun Gupta, MD¹; Chirag Bisht, MS²; Rafaella Genova, MD³; Eliana Ege, MD⁴; Matthew Chetta, MD⁵; and Kenneth Shaheen, MD^1,6

Rohun Gupta, MD1; Chirag Bisht, MS2; ...

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

Half-Dose tPA for Massive Pulmonary Thromboembolism After Liposuction

08/30/2023

Yucel Colkesen¹, Cem Inan Bektas²

Yucel Colkesen1, Cem Inan Bektas2 ...

This case presentation highlights the importance of preventing pulmonary embolism after plastic surgery due to potentially devastating consequences.

This case presentation...

08/30/2023

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Original Research

Cultural Beliefs Regarding Breast Reconstruction in a Minority Group

07/26/2023

Angela Li, BA¹; Maria Alonso Luaces, PhD¹; Michelle De Souza, MD, FACS²

Angela Li, BA1; Maria Alonso Luaces, ...

This qualitative retrospective focus group study examines the experience of Hispanic women regarding breast reconstruction.

This qualitative retrospective...

07/26/2023

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Review

Does Size Really Matter? A Review on How to Determine the Optimal Umbilical Size During an Abdominoplasty

06/20/2023

Claire Fell, BA¹; Milind D Kachare, MD²; Alec Moore, BA¹; Bradon J Wilhelmi, MD²

Claire Fell, BA1; Milind D Kachare, M...

While the ideal position and shape of the umbilicus have been studied extensively in literature, less is known about the optimal size. Herein, the authors provide a comprehensive literature review to help determine the ideal umbilical size.

While the ideal position and...

06/20/2023

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Original Research

The Utility of Telemedicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Provider and Patient Perspectives

06/15/2023

Brandon Alba, MD, MPH¹; Sydney H Arnold, MD¹; Charalampos Siotos, MD¹; Mark Hansdorfer, MD¹; Amir Aminzada, BS¹; Amir Dorafshar, MD¹; Keith Hood, MD¹

Brandon Alba, MD, MPH1; Sydney H Arno...

The purpose of this study was to survey both patients and providers to gain a better understanding of the utility of telemedicine from both viewpoints.

The purpose of this study was to...

06/15/2023

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Original Research

The Bilobed Flap - Critical Analysis and New Mathematically Precise Design

07/31/2024

Imran Pathan , MCh;

A new design for the bilobed flap that is more mathematically precise than the classic Zitelli design is presented for lower third nasal reconstruction.

A new design for the bilobed...

07/31/2024

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Original Research

Postoperative Complications Following Reduction Mammaplasty in Relation to Patient Body Mass Index

07/25/2024

Jessica Suber , MD;

Grace Berry , BS, OMS;

Philip Janszen , BS, OMS;

Rachel Haddad , DO;

Steven Janszen , BS, OMS;

This retrospective study analyzed medical records of 236 patients who underwent breast reduction mammaplasty and compared postsurgical outcomes and complications in relation to patient BMI.

This retrospective study...

07/25/2024

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Original Research

Meta-Analysis Comparing Outcomes of Two Different Closed Incision Negative Pressure Systems in Breast Surgery and Implications to Cost of Care

07/17/2024

This meta-analysis assessed the potential of 2 closed incision negative pressure therapy (ciNPT) systems to mitigate surgical site complications (SSC) and surgical site infections (SSI) in breast surgery.

This meta-analysis assessed the...

07/17/2024

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Case Report

Unique Transligamentous Variant of the Recurrent Motor Branch of the Median Nerve

07/12/2024

Reed Wulbrecht , MD;

Michael Doarn , MD;

This case report describes a unique anatomical variant during open carpal tunnel release and ring finger trigger release.

This case report describes a...

07/12/2024

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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

Christopher Jou

Kyle J. Chepla

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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Original Research

Nail Bed Injury Repair: Nail Plate Replacement Versus Non-replacement

06/12/2024

Justin Rock

Adam Kurland

Dominick V. Congiusta

Omkar Baxi

Michael M. Vosbikian

Irfan H. Ahmed

This prospective, randomized controlled study compares nail plate replacement versus non-replacement in patients undergoing nail bed repair.

This prospective, randomized...

06/12/2024

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Review

Nipple Areola Complex Reconstruction: An 8-Year Experience With Modified Technique and Systematic Review

06/07/2024

Michael Rice

Giulia Colavitti

Philippa Jackson

Sherif Wilson

This novel technique for nipple areolar complex reconstruction is supported by a systematic review of the current literature.

This novel technique for nipple...

06/07/2024

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Case Report

Limb Salvage in Extensive Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection with Adjuvant Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

06/07/2024

Kaori Yauchi

Natsuki Shikata

Yoshie Shibaoka

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 Report

Pigtail-Assisted Distal Canalicular Repair in a Child: An Innovative Technique for Bicanalicular Intubation With Single Monocanalicular Stent

06/03/2024

Gautam Lokdarshi

Abdul Shameer Shamanzil

This report describes an innovative but simple technique for the repair of medial canthus injury involving canaliculus.

This report describes an...

06/03/2024

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Review

Closed Incision Negative Pressure Therapy Versus Standard of Care Over Closed Abdominal Incisions in the Reduction of Surgical Site Complications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies

05/30/2024

Christopher Mantyh

Ronald Silverman

Ashley Collinsworth

Christine Bongards

Leah Griffin

This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the impact of ciNPT on postsurgical outcomes and health care utilization in patients undergoing open abdominal surgeries.

This systematic review and...

05/30/2024

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