Adipose tissue: A natural resource for multipotent mesenchymal stem cells with potential translation to trigerminal layers
Conclusion: AT is a rich source for MSCs, with immense research possibilities for regeneration and rejuvenation. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Bhaskar Vyas Atul Shah Anant Marathe Ansarullah Rajni Vyas Ramesh Bhonde Source Type: research

The role of plastic and reconstructive surgeon in trauma care: Perspectives from a Level 1 trauma centre in India
Conclusion: There is a significant role of plastic surgeon at a Level 1 trauma centre in India. The plastic surgeon's interventions are limb saving and sometimes lifesaving, many at times morbidity of post-traumatic sequelae are either prevented or treated. Along with other core specialties involved in the management of trauma, plastic surgeons play an integral role in a Level 1 trauma centre. The policymakers should take note to augment the number of plastic surgeons at a Level 1 apex trauma centre on par with other specialties, as the workload is heavy and is steadily on an increasing trend. (Source: Indian Jo...
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Maneesh Singhal Ravikiran Naalla Aniket Dave Moumita De Deepti Gupta Shashank Chauhan Source Type: research

Commentary on: Application of embryonic equivalents in male-to-female sex reassignment surgery
Richie GuptaIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(2):167-169 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Richie Gupta Source Type: research

Application of embryonic equivalents in male-to-female sex reassignment surgery
Conclusion: The esthetic and functional outcome in all the patients was good. All patients were relieved of their primordial feminine tension and satisfied with the surgery. Their personality, lifestyle, and self-esteem improved remarkably following surgery. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Balakrishnan Margabandu Thalaivirithan Maithreyi Sethu Dinesh Karuvakkurichi Ramachandran Mahadevan Kandasamy Jaganmohan Janardhanam Source Type: research

Autologous fat grafting in the treatment of velopharyngeal insufficiency: Clinical outcomes and treatment tolerability survey in a case series of 21 patients
Conclusions: The augmentation of the posterior pharyngeal wall in addition to speech therapy improved the Borel–Maisonny score and the intelligibility of this case series of patients affected by mild-to-moderate VPI. In these patients, evaluated in a multidisciplinary approach, this technique allowed us to avoid major surgical procedures that would modify the anatomy of the velopharyngeal port. However, prospective comparative studies or randomised controlled trials could be useful to compare fat grafting with velopharyngoplasty techniques, with the aim to clarify indications and to define a specific treatment...
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Renzo Panizza Marco Ghiglione Enrico Maria Zingarelli Michela Massa Claudio Carlini Rossella Arnoldi Alessio Pini Prato Silvia Scarrone Francesco Vaccarella Source Type: research

Correlation of compound muscle action potential generated by donor nerves with the recovery of elbow flexion in Oberlin transfer in brachial plexus injury
Conclusion: We conclude that higher the compound muscle action potential of donor nerves, better the recovery of elbow flexion in Oberlin transfer in brachial plexus injury. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Mukund Ramchandra Thatte Binita Bharat Raut Amita Shivyogi Hiremath Sushil Ramesh Nehete Nayana Somala Nayak Source Type: research

The refinement of the median tubercle of cleft lip
Conclusion: We present the technique of reconstructing a normal-looking median tubercle in cleft lip repair. The technique was modified based on the study of normal upper lip and embryology of cleft lip, with emphasis on creating better median tubercle of the lip. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Jyotsna Murthy Source Type: research

Brachioradialis to flexor digitorum profundus tendon transfer to restore finger flexion
Conclusion: The BR is an effective donor in providing adequate range and power of finger flexion in lower plexus injuries. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: R Srikanth Koteswara Rao Rayidi Subha Kakumanu Source Type: research

Aesthetic subunits of the trunk: Anatomy and behavior of skin and adipose tissue in each unit for better outcomes in liposuction
Conclusion: Our success with this classification validates its use, and makes liposuction more scientific and effective. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Sanjay Parashar Aniketh Venkataram Source Type: research

Dr. Anil Chadha
Ayyappan ThangavelIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(2):111-114 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Ayyappan Thangavel Source Type: research

Academic integrity and plagiarism: The new regulations in India
Dinesh KadamIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(2):109-110 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - October 29, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Dinesh Kadam Source Type: research

Prof Bijayalaxmi Nayak (1937 & #8211;2018)
Ashish PatnaikIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(1):107-107 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - May 30, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Ashish Patnaik Source Type: research

Pneumothorax: A rare or underreported complication following latissimus dorsi muscle flap
Amish Jayantilal Gohil, Subhash Sahu, Shashank Lamba, Ashish Kumar GuptaIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(1):105-106 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - May 30, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Amish Jayantilal Gohil Subhash Sahu Shashank Lamba Ashish Kumar Gupta Source Type: research

Uses of vessel loops in plastic surgery
Hardeep Singh, Rakesh Kumar Khazanchi, Aditya Aggarwal, Sanjay Mahendru, Vimalendu Brajesh, Sukhdeep SinghIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(1):103-105 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - May 30, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Hardeep Singh Rakesh Kumar Khazanchi Aditya Aggarwal Sanjay Mahendru Vimalendu Brajesh Sukhdeep Singh Source Type: research

A novel method to insert drain atraumatically after liposuction in gynaecomastia
Sunil Gaba, KS Ajai, Ramesh Kumar Sharma, L ChetanIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2018 51(1):102-103 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - May 30, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Sunil Gaba KS Ajai Ramesh Kumar Sharma L Chetan Source Type: research