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Modern Approaches to Aesthetic Breast Surgery: A Review of Augmentation, Mastopexy, and Fat Grafting.
Current trends in cosmetic breast surgery have shifted toward more balanced and natural-appearing aesthetic enhancements. Surgical planning for these procedures requires a nuanced understanding of patient goals, anatomy, implant selection, …
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Evolution and Adaptations of Robotic DIEP Flap Surgery: A Systematic Review.
[BACKGROUND] The integration of robotic technology into surgical procedures has gained considerable attention for its promise to enhance a variety of clinical outcomes. Robotic deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap harvest has eme…
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Hand function recovery after extended radial forearm free flap: A case series of a progressive therapy protocol.
[BACKGROUND] Restoration of hand function postextended radial forearm free flap (E-RFFF) is vital but challenging due to complex forearm anatomy and potential complications like reduced range of motion and sensory deficits. Traditional reha…
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A Nationwide Analysis of Complications and Risks Associated With Types of Liposuction in 69,424 Patients.
[BACKGROUND] Liposuction is the most common plastic surgery procedure performed in the United States. Continued advancements have led to the development of five common approaches to liposuction. [OBJECTIVES] The authors of this study aim t…
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Use of Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Surgical Site Infection Prevention in Nononcologic Breast Surgery: A Scoping Review.
[BACKGROUND] The practice of systemic antibiotic prophylaxis to prevent surgical site infection (SSI) in breast surgery remains debated. The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of the literature evaluating the current …
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Factors Associated With Complications After Reduction Mammoplasty: Analysis of 5909 Patients Using a National Database: Facteurs associés aux complications après mammoplastie de réduction : analyse de 5909 cas de patientes à partir d'une base de données nationale.
Reduction mammoplasty alleviates physical and psychological discomfort in patients with large breasts. The present study sought to determine preoperative markers that may herald postoperative complications. The NSQIP 2021 data file was que…
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Bacteriology of non-oncologic post-operative breast infections: A retrospective cross-sectional study to guide empiric antibiotic coverage.
[BACKGROUND] Antibiotic prophylaxis for non-oncologic breast surgeries is not well described by procedure type. This study identified the underlying microbiological etiologies and antibiotic sensitivities of culture-positive infections from…
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The Impact of International Fellowship on Research Productivity: International Fellowship on Research Productivity.
International medical graduates (IMGs) represent a significant portion of the US physician workforce, comprising 25% across all specialties with a strong presence in internal medicine and primary care. However, their representation in plast…
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Extensive Pyoderma gangrenosum following breast reduction and abdominoplasty: a challenging case.
Post-surgical pyoderma gangrenosum (P SP G) is a subtype of pyoderma gangrenosum in which non-infectious, painful, inflammatory ulcerative nodules develop in incision sites. Delayed diagnosis and surgical interventions of P SP G often contr…
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Incidence of High Risk and Malignant Pathological Findings in Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals Undergoing Gender-Affirming Mastectomy.
[BACKGROUND] Concrete, data-driven guidelines for breast cancer screening among the transgender and gender diverse (TGD) population is lacking. The present study evaluates possible associations of gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) on …
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Upper Blepharoplasty through Infrabrow Skin Excision to Treat Dermatochalasis with Lateral Hooding and Medial Orbital Fat Loss in Selected Patients.
[PURPOSE] Dermatochalasis with lateral hooding and medial orbital fat loss are common signs of aging in the upper eyelid. Removing the excess skin in this area through infrabrow skin excision can effectively lift the loose skin of the upper…
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The Value of Drawing Practice in Plastic Surgery Training.
No specialty has such close relationship with art as plastic surgery among medicine. Both are intensely creative processes that combine technology with utmost dexterity and now are undervalued in the medical education. Art is a reservoir th…
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The Thuss Lectureship Series at Vanderbilt University.
[BACKGROUND] The Thuss lectureship began in 1978 and is carried at both Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Stanford Medical Center. The 2-day event consists of a resident and fellow workshop and dinner with an invited keynote speaker,…
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The Growth and Development of a Research Division in the Plastic Surgery Department of a Large Urban Academic Medical Center.
[INTRODUCTION] Research is a critical component of academic medicine that may or may not be prioritized in centers with high clinical volumes. The benefits of research expansion go beyond notoriety and industry partnerships, expanding into …
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The Departmental Scholarly Index: A Metric of Research Productivity.
[INTRODUCTION] While bibliometric ranking systems have been designed to use citations, funding, and alumni productivity, there is a need for a simple metric that objectively evaluates the work of a group or organization. The present study d…
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Publishing a Plastic Surgery Paper: Composition, Submission, and Revision.
This article provides a roadmap for plastic surgeons on how to successfully conceptualize, draft, and publish a paper. By publishing papers, authors will not only add to their professional standings but gain a deeper understanding of their …