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Case Series of Reconstruction Applying NovoSorb Biodegradable Temporising Matrix: Preliminary Practice and Findings in the United Kingdom.
[BACKGROUND] Biodegradable temporizing matrix (BTM) is a novel synthetic dermal matrix for wound reconstruction and an alternative to biological dermal substitutes such as Integra (Integra LifeSciences). It provides a scaffold for dermal re…
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Complications Following Hair Transplantation: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis.
[BACKGROUND] Hair transplant surgery is often tended to as a last resort for different types of alopecia. It involves importing hair from a donor site to recipient site using different surgical tools. Surgical interventions hold the risk of…
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The Health Benefits of Aesthetic Facial Surgery.
Aesthetic facial surgery is a commonly sought treatment to manage cosmetic, physical, psychological, and emotional maladies. Although there is much in the literature regarding the impact of such procedures on appearance, there remains a dea…
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Inclusivity in plastic surgery - Insights, Recommendations, & Education (INSPIRE): A pilot identity-concordant mentorship programme for underrepresented students in plastic surgery.
[INTRODUCTION] Mentorship is integral to surgical training, yet access remains inequitable. Ethnic minority (EM) students, those from low-income households, and first-generation medical students face persistent barriers that hinder progress…
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The use of artificial dermal substitutes for repair of the donor site following harvesting of a radial forearm free flap: A systematic review.
[BACKGROUND] Artificial dermal substitutes (ADMs) have been trialled to improve outcomes at the donor site following the harvesting of a radial forearm free flap (RFFF). This systematic review compares donor site aesthetic and functional ou…
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The Ethics and Responsibilities of Social Media Usage by Plastic Surgeons: A Literature Review.
[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES] Social media has revolutionised how plastic surgeons advertise their work and promote their services, but concerns have been raised regarding the ethics of these practices. This review aims to identify said conce…
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A Comparison Between Piezosurgery and Conventional Osteotomies in Rhinoplasty on Post-Operative Oedema and Ecchymosis: A Systematic Review.
Piezosurgery use has become increasingly prevalent in osteotomies. Piezoelectric ultrasound waves can cut bone effectively, and some studies have shown reduced post-operative morbidities compared to conventional osteotomies. Oedema and ecch…
- Bridging the gap for aesthetic training amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Outcomes of DIEP Flap and Fluorescent Angiography: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
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Transanal endoscopic microsurgery under spinal anaesthesia.
[BACKGROUND] Transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) is considered the procedure of choice for rectal adenomas non-amendable for endoscopic excision and for early rectal cancer. TEM may gain more importance in patients who are considered un…
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The role of simulation in training breast surgeons: a systematic review.
[BACKGROUND] As surgical education has evolved, most curricula have favoured a competency-based approach over traditional apprenticeship models. Surgical simulation can be a useful aide in the training of both oncological and reconstructive…
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Immediate unilateral breast reconstruction and contralateral breast augmentation with bilateral free deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps.
A 42-year-old woman was referred for consideration of left-sided mastectomy and immediate reconstruction. She previously had a bilateral breast augmentation using silicone implants. She desired to maintain her breast size and natural appear…
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Plastic Surgery Undergraduate Training: How a Single Local Event Can Inspire and Educate Medical Students.
[INTRODUCTION] Plastic surgery teaching has a limited role in the undergraduate curriculum. We held a 1-day national course in plastic surgery for undergraduates. Our aim was to introduce delegates to plastic surgery and teach basic plastic…