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Unilateral breast reconstruction using double transverse upper gracilis (TUG) flaps.
[INTRODUCTION] When the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap is unavailable, autologous reconstruction of a moderate-to-large breast presents a surgical challenge. We retrospectively review our experience of unilateral breast rec…
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Stacked TUG and DIEP flaps to reconstruct a single breast: Expanding the scope of autologous breast reconstruction.
When the entire abdominal tissue is inadequate to match the contralateral breast volume and shape or in bilateral cases, the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap alone might not be adequate, even if bipedicled. In such cases, usi…
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Rippling Following Breast Augmentation or Reconstruction: Aetiology, Emerging Treatment Options and a Novel Classification of Severity.
[BACKGROUND] Implant rippling is a frequent complication following breast augmentation or implant-based reconstruction and results in significant patient dissatisfaction. Traditionally, the treatment has been to replace the implant, often p…
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An analysis of the cosmetic surgery experience acquired through UK plastic surgery training.
[AIMS] Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of Plastic Surgery training. Our study demonstrates the average cosmetic surgery experience of UK Plastic Surgery registrars over their 6-year training scheme. Comparison is made with the op…
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Reverse abdominoplasty: a practical option for oncological trunk reconstruction.
[OBJECTIVES] Following radical oncological resection, full-thickness upper central trunk defects present a significant challenge. Common reconstructive options include pedicled flaps, such as pectoralis major, rectus abdominis, and latissim…
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Indications and outcomes of the components separation technique in the repair of complex abdominal wall hernias: experience from the cambridge plastic surgery department.
[OBJECTIVES] The components separation technique (CST) is a widely described abdominal wall reconstructive technique. There have, however, been no UK reports of its use, prompting the present review. [METHODS] Between 2008 and 2012, 13 pat…