Human Factors Validation of the AeroForm Tissue Expander System for Breast Reconstruction
The tissue expansion process using traditional saline expanders is lengthy and uncomfortable. A new technology has been developed, providing a needle-free option implanted after a mastectomy, and is activated by a handheld remote control releasing small amounts (10 cc) of carbon dioxide from an internal reservoir. The expander is gradually filled with CO2 resulting in mechanical stretching of the overlying tissue. The AeroForm System has been evaluated in a series of clinical trials including a randomized, controlled U.S. study comparing the AeroForm System with saline expanders. Results demonstrated patients can safely an...
Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Effect of Herbal Medicines During Surgery
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Mentoring: A Must for Nurses
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Letter From the President of ISPAN Source Type: research

Collaboration, Knowledge, and Respect: The Perfect Combination to Benefit Patient Care
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Letter From the Editor Source Type: research

A Recipe for Improved Nonsurgical Cosmetic Outcomes: Know Your Herbs and Spices
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Tests Source Type: research

Vaginal Health and Wellness: Vaginal Laser Therapy
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Tests Source Type: research

Advances in Aesthetic Therapies: Plasma-Rich Protein Procedure for the Treatment of Alopecia
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Tests Source Type: research

How to Write a Journal Article for PSN
This article is intended to provide key points to follow to make sure that writing your article is a positive experience. (Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing)
Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Previously Published Articles Source Type: research

Acellular Dermal Matrix for the Treatment and Prevention of Implant-Associated Breast Deformities
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Previously Published Articles Source Type: research

Evaluating Long-Term Outcomes following Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy and Reconstruction in the Irradiated Breast
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: Previously Published Articles Source Type: research

A Recipe for Improved Nonsurgical Cosmetic Outcomes: Know Your Herbs and Spices
The nonsurgical cosmetic arena continues to grow, with more people consistently seeking minimally invasive procedures for facial rejuvenation. However, although these prospective patients are not seeking surgical correction to obtain their results, there is still the potential for nonsurgical procedures to yield adverse events posttreatment. Patients often do not realize that their dietary regimens may affect their nonsurgical cosmetic outcomes. For example, many patients desiring these types of treatments are often found to be taking prescription medications, herbs, and spices on a daily basis that may have the capacity t...
Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Vaginal Health and Wellness: Vaginal Laser Therapy
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Advances in Aesthetic Therapies: Plasma-Rich Protein Procedure for the Treatment of Alopecia
Predominance of aesthetic options is growing and evolving to include procedures that have traditionally been much more invasive and fiscally challenging for the average patient. It is not uncommon now for the Canadian consumers to begin to look for lesser invasive options that show results significant enough to improve their appearance but that may not fall under the traditional health care coverage. One area that is evolving quickly is the nonsurgical treatment of hair loss. This is not a new condition, but generally the methods of treatment are not under the current health coverage; therefore, consumers are paying out of...
Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Letter From the President of PSNCB
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Letter From the President of PSNCB Source Type: research

Letter From the President of ISPAN
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Source: Plastic Surgical Nursing - April 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Letter From the President of ISPAN Source Type: research