A New Technique for Breast Pocket Adjustment: Argon Beam Thermal Capsulorrhaphy
In this study, we tested the efficacy of the argon beam coagulator (ABC) for lateral capsulorrhaphy on breast reconstruction patients at the time of expander replacement with a permanent implant. We also experimentally compared the effects of the ABC and the standard electrocautery on fragments of healthy breast capsule. We noted a 69.5% capsule shrinkage with the ABC versus 46.8% with the standard electrocautery. We concluded that breast capsulorrhaphy using the ABC is a safe and efficient technique for the correction of breast implant malposition in both reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery. (Source: Plastic and R...
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - July 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Ideas and Innovations Source Type: research
Conversion of Breast Implants into Natural Breast Reconstruction: Evaluating Lipofilled Mini Dorsi Flap
Conclusion:
According to our experience, the lipofilled mini dorsi flap is a simple, less invasive, and quick procedure to convert breast implants into natural breast reconstruction. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - July 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Article Source Type: research
The Safety of Same-day Discharge after Immediate Alloplastic Breast Reconstruction: A Systematic Review
Conclusions:
Same-day discharge after mastectomy with immediate alloplastic reconstruction is a safe approach to treatment in both the ambulatory and hospital setting. There are comparable rates of common complications such as infection, seroma, and hematoma, with no increase in readmission or reoperation. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - July 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Article Source Type: research
BREAST-Q and Donor Site Comparison in Bilateral Stacked Autologous Breast Reconstruction
Conclusions:
This is the largest consecutive series of four-flap breast reconstruction outcomes reported to date. BREAST-Q scores in four-flap patients demonstrate overall patient satisfaction that is similar to both bilateral DIEP and bilateral PAP reconstruction patients. The DIEP donor site appears to be preferred by patients over the PAP donor site. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - July 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Article Source Type: research
Patient Self-reported Breast Cup Size and Resultant Mastectomy Specimen Weight: Implications for Reconstructive Breast Surgery
This study aims to evaluate the association between patient self-reported breast cup size and mastectomy specimen weight as a way to determine postreconstruction breast cup size.
Methods:
This is a retrospective study that evaluated patients who underwent bilateral mastectomy at an academic center between 2019β2021. Cup size and mastectomy weight were our only independent and dependent variables, respectively. Covariates that were assessed included chest circumference, surgical oncologist, BMI, race, and age.
Results:
243 patients were evaluated as a part of this study who underwent either total-simple (TS;...
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - July 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Article Source Type: research
Disparities in Research during Plastic Surgery Training: How Can We Level the Playing Field?βErratum
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Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Erratum Source Type: research
Analysis of Artifacts on MRI from Electronic Identification Enablement in Silicone Gel Implants
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Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Hyaluronic Acid Filler Injection Technique in Multiple Layers of the Nasolabial Fold
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Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Hemodynamics and Vascular Histology of Keloid Tissues and Anatomy of Nearby Blood Vessels
Conclusions:
Keloids seem to be congested because of increased neovascularization and arterial inflow at the leading edge and blocked outflow due to vascular destruction in the center. The surrounding veins seem to expand in response to this congested state. Methods that improve the blood circulation in keloids may be effective therapies. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Research: Original Article Source Type: research
Oncoplastic Surgery Concept for Skin Cancer Tumors
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Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive: Viewpoint Source Type: research
Free Your Mind, Not Your Flap
Summary:
The pedicled flap has been a mainstay of soft tissue reconstruction since the earliest days of plastic surgery. Advances in surgical technology and skill have led to an erosion in the use of pedicled flaps in favor of increasingly popular free tissue transfers. Still, regional flaps without microvascular anastomosis remain a valuable reconstructive tool. Although still requiring microsurgical skills, these flaps are of particular benefit in patients with few or poor quality recipient vessels, in those who cannot tolerate antiplatelet therapy, and in those who cannot tolerate the often-extended anesthesia time ...
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive: Special Topic Source Type: research
Penile Chylorrhea as a Rare Presentation of Penile Lymphangioma Circumscriptum Reconstructed with Deep External Pudendal Artery Perforator Flap
Summary:
Chylorrhea, a chylous (white viscid) discharge from the external urethral penile opening, is unrelated to urination and is a rare presentation of lymphangioma circumscriptum in the penis that can significantly impair a patientβs quality of life and psychological well-being. Herein, we present a case of recurrent chylorrhea that was detected using diagnostic tools and treated using the deep external pudendal artery perforator flap in the inner thigh, which is extremely rich in lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive: Case Report Source Type: research
Successful Treatment of Wound Dehiscence by Innovative Type 1 Collagen Flowable Gel: A Case Report
Summary:
The growing demand for postbariatric body-contouring surgery after massive weight loss goes hand-in-hand with an increase in wound complications. Consequently, surgical reoperation or conservative management is necessary and represents a difficult challenge to healthcare professionals. Moreover, it is well known that postbariatric patients present aberrant wound healing due to multifactorial causes, such as preoperative illness, nutritional deficiencies, and vascular disease. To treat such complex wounds, several methods have been recommended, such as the use of negative pressure wound therapy, tissue-engineer...
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive: Case Report Source Type: research
Eyelid Reanimation with Free Platysma Graft: Final Stage of Reconstruction after Gunshot Wound to Face
Summary:
Patients with gunshot wounds to the face have massive soft tissue and bony damage from projectile and blast injuries. They often require multiple, staged reconstructive surgeries with cross-facial nerve grafting and free muscle flap for re-establishment of facial expression. Injury to or total loss of the facial nerve and branches can result in loss of function of the orbicularis oculi muscle, which leads to the loss of protective mechanisms of eyelid function and blink reflex. The purpose of this article is to provide a literature review and discussion of eyelid reanimation after facial paralysis and to discu...
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive: Case Report Source Type: research
Free Functional Muscle Transfer following Upper Extremity Sarcoma Resection: A Case Report
Summary:
Functional reconstruction of the upper extremity has traditionally involved tendon transfer or pedicled muscle transfer. The gracilis free functional muscle transfer remains as an excellent option for restoration of finger flexion. Here, we provide a case report of a 35-year-old man diagnosed with left forearm high-grade epithelioid sarcoma who underwent innervated free gracilis transfer and a secondary free flap, the profunda artery perforator flap, through a single donor-site incision to expand soft tissue coverage. Postoperatively, there were no complications reported. At 8-month follow-up, the patient had ...
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open - June 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive: Case Report Source Type: research
