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Scaphoid Fractures Requiring Bone Graft: Does Graft Source Matter?
05/07/2024
Robert L. DalCortivo
Adam M. Kurland
Ashley Ignatiuk
Abram E. Kirschenbaum
Michael M. Vosbikian
Irfan H. Ahmed
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes...
05/07/2024
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Case Report
Intraosseous Hemangioma of the Zygomatic Bone with Multidisciplinary Approach to Surgical Resection and Orbital Reconstruction
05/07/2024
Alisa L. Phillips
Meredith A. Allen
Fabliha A. Mukit
Tyler M. Bone
Cynthia M. Noguera
Brian T. Fowler
John P. Gleysteen
This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.
This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.
This case reports a...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
Maximizing Patient Satisfaction in Facial Feminizing Rhinoplasty
05/07/2024
Sandhya Kalavacherla
Sruthi Kalavacherla
Justin Cordero
Miriam Becker
Sabrina Straus
Lucy Sheahan
Amanda Gosman
This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.
This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.
This retrospective study...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
Retrospective Cohort Analysis on the Use of Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder in Back Reconstruction Following Spinal Instrumentation
05/07/2024
Darren Sultan
Paige Goote
Connor Crowley
Victor Moon
Armen K. Kasabian
Denis Knobel
This study investigates the use of hydrolyzed collagen powder and the formation of postoperative seromas in patients undergoing spinal fusion with flap reconstruction.
This study investigates the use of hydrolyzed collagen powder and the formation of postoperative seromas in patients undergoing spinal fusion with flap reconstruction.
This study investigates the use...
05/07/2024
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Case Report
Novel Treatment of Pyoderma Gangrenosum With Porcine-Derived Extracellular Matrix Following Bilateral Latissimus Dorsi Breast Reconstruction: A Case Report
05/03/2024
Kristen Whalen
Nicole K. Le
Jake Laun
Lauren Kuykendall
This report presents a case of extensive breast pyoderma gangrenosum treated with surgical debridement, porcine-derived extracellular matrix, and negative pressure wound therapy while on systemic immunosuppressive therapy.
This report presents a case of extensive breast pyoderma gangrenosum treated with surgical debridement, porcine-derived extracellular matrix, and negative pressure wound therapy while on systemic immunosuppressive therapy.
This report presents a case of...
05/03/2024
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Case Q&A
Leukoplakia of the Lower Lip Reconstructed With a Tongue Flap
04/30/2024
Sakurako Kunieda
Kenji Suzuki
Syunya Tamamine
Atsuyuki Kuro
Michika Fukui
Natsuko Kakudo
This Case Q&A discusses leukoplakia, its diagnosis and management, and treatment of a 47-year-old man using tongue flap reconstruction.
This Case Q&A discusses leukoplakia, its diagnosis and management, and treatment of a 47-year-old man using tongue flap reconstruction.
This Case Q&A discusses...
04/30/2024
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Case Report
Penile Revascularization for Erectile Dysfunction Secondary to Arterial Insufficiency: A Case Series
04/29/2024
You Jeong Park
Whisper Grayson
D'Arcy J. Wainwright
Nicole Le
Jared Troy
This report describes 2 cases of penile revascularization for arteriogenic erectile dysfunction at a level 1 trauma center.
This report describes 2 cases of penile revascularization for arteriogenic erectile dysfunction at a level 1 trauma center.
This report describes 2 cases of...
04/29/2024
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Case Q&A
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Scalp: The Role of Surgery, Nonsurgical Intervention, and Immunotherapy
04/26/2024
Madison Tyle
Bilal Koussayer
Nikhita Nookala
Nicole K. Le
Kristen Whalen
Kristina T. Gemayel
Michael Harrington
This Case Q&A presents an 84-year-old male with advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp.
This Case Q&A presents an 84-year-old male with advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp.
This Case Q&A presents an...
04/26/2024
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Case Report
Trans-tarsal Stair-Step Technique for Lateral Extension of the Transconjunctival Incision: A Technical Note and Case Series
04/26/2024
Shannon R. Garvey
Amy Chen
Amer H. Nassar
Ryan P. Cauley
This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.
This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.
This report presents the...
04/26/2024
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Case Q&A
Fluid Resuscitation of Severely Burned Children
04/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained...
04/24/2024
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Case Report
Simultaneous Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsies Using Both the Magtrace/Sentimag System and Radioactive Isotope Tracer/Blue Dye Dual Technique for Concurrent Breast Carcinoma and Malignant Melanoma
04/22/2024
Murtaza Kadhum
Parinita Swarnkar
Marianne Dillon
Sarah Hemington-Gorse
This case presents a patient with synchronous melanoma and breast carcinoma, with focus on the simultaneous use of 2 sentinel lymph node biopsy mapping techniques.
This case presents a patient with synchronous melanoma and breast carcinoma, with focus on the simultaneous use of 2 sentinel lymph node biopsy mapping techniques.
This case presents a patient...
04/22/2024
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Original Research

Original Research
Scaphoid Fractures Requiring Bone Graft: Does Graft Source Matter?
05/07/2024
Robert L. DalCortivo
Adam M. Kurland
Ashley Ignatiuk
Abram E. Kirschenbaum
Michael M. Vosbikian
Irfan H. Ahmed
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
Maximizing Patient Satisfaction in Facial Feminizing Rhinoplasty
05/07/2024
Sandhya Kalavacherla
Sruthi Kalavacherla
Justin Cordero
Miriam Becker
Sabrina Straus
Lucy Sheahan
Amanda Gosman
This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.
This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.
This retrospective study...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
Retrospective Cohort Analysis on the Use of Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder in Back Reconstruction Following Spinal Instrumentation
05/07/2024
Darren Sultan
Paige Goote
Connor Crowley
Victor Moon
Armen K. Kasabian
Denis Knobel
This study investigates the use of hydrolyzed collagen powder and the formation of postoperative seromas in patients undergoing spinal fusion with flap reconstruction.
This study investigates the use of hydrolyzed collagen powder and the formation of postoperative seromas in patients undergoing spinal fusion with flap reconstruction.
This study investigates the use...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
Treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis: Is Surgery Still an Option?
04/08/2024
Samuel G. Ruiz
Marijke J. DeVos
Ryan J. Warth
Dean W. Smith
This study analyzed epidemiological changes in lateral epicondylitis surgery over a 9-year period prior to the coronavirus pandemic in 2019.
This study analyzed epidemiological changes in lateral epicondylitis surgery over a 9-year period prior to the coronavirus pandemic in 2019.
This study analyzed...
04/08/2024
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Original Research
1444-nm Nd:YAG for Laser-Assisted Lipolysis: A Minimally Invasive Technique for the Treatment of Pseudogynecomastia
04/04/2024
Domenico Piccolo
Mohammed Hussein Mutlag
Lara Ronconi
Irene Fusco
Paolo Bonan
The efficacy and safety of a laser-assisted lipolysis device emitting 1444 nm was evaluated for the treatment of pseudogynecomastia. 
The efficacy and safety of a laser-assisted lipolysis device emitting 1444 nm was evaluated for the treatment of pseudogynecomastia. 
The efficacy and safety of a...
04/04/2024
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Original Research
Real-World Comparative Effectiveness Assessment Study of a Native Type I Collagen Matrix Plus Polyhexamethylene Biguanide Antimicrobial and a Cryopreserved Cadaveric Skin Allograft for Use in Diabetic Foot Ulcers – A Non-inferiority Analysis
04/04/2024
Michael L. Sabolinski
Tad Archambault
This study evaluated real-world effectiveness of PCMP versus CCSA in a large DFU patient population.
This study evaluated real-world effectiveness of PCMP versus CCSA in a large DFU patient population.
This study evaluated real-world...
04/04/2024
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Original Research
Addressing the Rhino in the Room: ChatGPT Creates "Novel" Patent Ideas for Rhinoplasty
03/12/2024

Daniel Najafali, BS1; Logan G. Galbraith, BA2; Justin M. Camacho, MBA4; Sydney H. Arnold, MD5; Michael Alperovich, MD, MSc3;Timothy W. King, MD, PhD6; Mark S. Cohen, MD1; Shane D. Morrison, MD, MS7; Amir H. Dorafshar, MD5

Daniel Najafali, BS1; Logan G. Galbra...
This study used a chatbot to generate possible innovations in aesthetic surgery relating to rhinoplasty.
This study used a chatbot to generate possible innovations in aesthetic surgery relating to rhinoplasty.
This study used a chatbot to...
03/12/2024
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Original Research
Predicting Postsurgical Complications of Peripheral Nerve Decompression: NSQIP Analysis of Frailty Measures Versus Historic Proxies
02/28/2024

Arya A. Akhavan, MD1; Helen Liu, BS1; Eric Alerte, BS1; Taylor Ibelli, BS, MSc1; Suhas K. Etigunta, BS1; Abigail Katz, BS1; Annet S. Kuruvilla, BS2; Peter J. Taub, MD, FACS, FAAP1

Arya A. Akhavan, MD1; Helen Liu, BS1;...
The authors investigated wether patient frailty measures may more accurately predict postsurgical complications in patients who underwent peripheral nerve decompression.
The authors investigated wether patient frailty measures may more accurately predict postsurgical complications in patients who underwent peripheral nerve decompression.
The authors investigated wether...
02/28/2024
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Original Research
The Lawnmower and the Pediatric Lower Extremity: A Catastrophic Combination
02/26/2024

Sairandri Sathyanarayanan, BS1; Chioma G. Obinero, MD1; Jackson C. Green, BS1; Kasra N. Fallah, MD2; Matthew R. Greives, MD1; Wendy Chen, MD1; Phuong D. Nguyen, MD3,4

Sairandri Sathyanarayanan, BS1; Chiom...
This study presents pediatric lower extremity lawnmower injuries at one of the busiest level 1 trauma centers in the United States.
This study presents pediatric lower extremity lawnmower injuries at one of the busiest level 1 trauma centers in the United States.
This study presents pediatric...
02/26/2024
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Original Research
Our Experience With Glabrous Skin Grafts for Hand Injuries
02/08/2024

Divya Syam, MCh; N.C. Sreekumar, MCh

Divya Syam, MCh; N.C. Sreekumar, MCh ...
This series of cases presents hand injuries requiring skin cover that utilize skin harvested from the instep of the foot.
This series of cases presents hand injuries requiring skin cover that utilize skin harvested from the instep of the foot.
This series of cases presents...
02/08/2024
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Reviews

Review
Association of Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Hyaluronan: A Scope of the Literature
02/27/2024

Khalifa Al Ghanim, MB, Bch, BAO, LRCP, SI1,2; Katrina M. Jaszkul3; Andrew Simpson, MD, FRCSC2; Eva A. Turley, PhD4,5 

Khalifa Al Ghanim, MB, Bch, BAO, LRCP...
This narrative literature review focuses on nonmelanotic skin cancer and treatment strategies.
This narrative literature review focuses on nonmelanotic skin cancer and treatment strategies.
This narrative literature review...
02/27/2024
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Review
Buccal Fat Pad Herniation, Repositioning Versus Excision: A New Algorithm of Treatment
09/14/2023

Gerardo Cuartero-Castro, MI1; Erik A Márquez, MD1; Paul Robledo, MD1; Mario Vélez-Palafox, MD1

Gerardo Cuartero-Castro, MI1; Erik A ...
This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.
This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.
This systematic review presents...
09/14/2023
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Review
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation and Dwell Time: Mechanisms of Action Literature Review
08/30/2023

Ronald P Silverman, MD

Ronald P Silverman, MD
This review assessed the available literature focusing on NPWTi-d mechanisms of action.
This review assessed the available literature focusing on NPWTi-d mechanisms of action.
This review assessed the...
08/30/2023
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Review
How to Select an Extracellular Matrix for Wound Repair: A Comprehensive Review
08/23/2023

Samuel Stetkevich, MD1; Monik Gupta, BA2; Richard Simman, MD3,4; Sarah E Jackson, DO, FACCWS5

Samuel Stetkevich, MD1; Monik Gupta, ...
This literature review was conducted to identify the best extracellular matrix for wound healing and positive patient outcomes.
This literature review was conducted to identify the best extracellular matrix for wound healing and positive patient outcomes.
This literature review was...
08/23/2023
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Review
Vascular Mapping for Abdominal-Based Breast Reconstruction: A Comprehensive Review of Current and Upcoming Imaging Modalities
07/20/2023

Taylor J Ibelli, MD, MSc1; Sumanth Chennareddy1; Max Mandelbaum, MD1; Peter W Henderson, MD, MBA1

Taylor J Ibelli, MD, MSc1; Sumanth Ch...
This review gives surgeons practical tools for choosing which imaging technology best suits their patient’s needs for successful breast reconstruction. 
This review gives surgeons practical tools for choosing which imaging technology best suits their patient’s needs for successful breast reconstruction. 
This review gives surgeons...
07/20/2023
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Review
Outcomes of Sciatic Nerve Injury Repairs: A Systematic Review
07/14/2023

Ahmed Turkman, MBBS, BSc1; Vyshnavi Thanaraaj, MBBS, BSc1; Payam Soleimani-Nouri, MBBS, BSc1; Elissa Harb, MBBS, BSc1; Mehul Thakkar, MBBS2

Ahmed Turkman, MBBS, BSc1; Vyshnavi T...
This study investigated the surgical repair techniques and the outcomes of sciatic nerve injuries in traumatic wounds.
This study investigated the surgical repair techniques and the outcomes of sciatic nerve injuries in traumatic wounds.
This study investigated the...
07/14/2023
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Review
Outcomes Following Surgery for Common Peroneal Nerve Intraneural Ganglion Cysts: A Case Series and Systematic Review
06/22/2023

Hadyn K N Kankam, MRCS1,2; Liron S Duraku, MD, PhD3,4; Caroline A Hundepool, MD, PhD5; Samuel George, FRCS3; Tahseen Chaudhry, FRCS3; Dominic M Power, FRCS3,6

Hadyn K N Kankam, MRCS1,2; Liron S Du...
This article presents a case series and systematic review on the clinical outcomes following surgical excision of common peroneal nerve intraneural ganglia.
This article presents a case series and systematic review on the clinical outcomes following surgical excision of common peroneal nerve intraneural ganglia.
This article presents a case...
06/22/2023
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Review
Does Size Really Matter? A Review on How to Determine the Optimal Umbilical Size During an Abdominoplasty
06/20/2023

Claire Fell, BA1; Milind D Kachare, MD2; Alec Moore, BA1; Bradon J Wilhelmi, MD2

Claire Fell, BA1; Milind D Kachare, M...
While the ideal position and shape of the umbilicus have been studied extensively in literature, less is known about the optimal size. Herein, the authors provide a comprehensive literature review to help determine the ideal umbilical size. 
While the ideal position and shape of the umbilicus have been studied extensively in literature, less is known about the optimal size. Herein, the authors provide a comprehensive literature review to help determine the ideal umbilical size. 
While the ideal position and...
06/20/2023
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Review
Use of Local Antibiotic Delivery Systems in Tissue Expander and Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction: A Systematic Review of the Literature
04/12/2023

Nathan Makarewicz, BA1; Kelsey Lipman, MD1; Thomas Johnstone, BA1; Mohammed Shaheen, JD1; Jennifer Krupa Shah, BA1; Rahim Nazerali, MD1

Nathan Makarewicz, BA1; Kelsey Lipman...
This systematic review investigates the safety and efficacy of using local antibiotic delivery in breast reconstruction.
This systematic review investigates the safety and efficacy of using local antibiotic delivery in breast reconstruction.
This systematic review...
04/12/2023
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Review
Closed Incision Negative Pressure Therapy Versus Standard of Care Over Closed Plastic Surgery Incisions in the Reduction of Surgical Site Complications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
03/31/2023

Allen Gabriel, MD1; Devinder Singh, MD2; Ronald P Silverman, MD3,4; Ashley Collinsworth, ScD, MPH4; Christine Bongards, PhD4; and Leah Griffin, MS4

Allen Gabriel, MD1; Devinder Singh, M...
This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the impact of ciNPT on risk of surgical sight complications following plastic surgery.
This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the impact of ciNPT on risk of surgical sight complications following plastic surgery.
This systematic review and...
03/31/2023
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Case Reports

Case Report
Intraosseous Hemangioma of the Zygomatic Bone with Multidisciplinary Approach to Surgical Resection and Orbital Reconstruction
05/07/2024
Alisa L. Phillips
Meredith A. Allen
Fabliha A. Mukit
Tyler M. Bone
Cynthia M. Noguera
Brian T. Fowler
John P. Gleysteen
This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.
This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.
This case reports a...
05/07/2024
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Case Report
Novel Treatment of Pyoderma Gangrenosum With Porcine-Derived Extracellular Matrix Following Bilateral Latissimus Dorsi Breast Reconstruction: A Case Report
05/03/2024
Kristen Whalen
Nicole K. Le
Jake Laun
Lauren Kuykendall
This report presents a case of extensive breast pyoderma gangrenosum treated with surgical debridement, porcine-derived extracellular matrix, and negative pressure wound therapy while on systemic immunosuppressive therapy.
This report presents a case of extensive breast pyoderma gangrenosum treated with surgical debridement, porcine-derived extracellular matrix, and negative pressure wound therapy while on systemic immunosuppressive therapy.
This report presents a case of...
05/03/2024
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Case Report
Penile Revascularization for Erectile Dysfunction Secondary to Arterial Insufficiency: A Case Series
04/29/2024
You Jeong Park
Whisper Grayson
D'Arcy J. Wainwright
Nicole Le
Jared Troy
This report describes 2 cases of penile revascularization for arteriogenic erectile dysfunction at a level 1 trauma center.
This report describes 2 cases of penile revascularization for arteriogenic erectile dysfunction at a level 1 trauma center.
This report describes 2 cases of...
04/29/2024
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Case Report
Trans-tarsal Stair-Step Technique for Lateral Extension of the Transconjunctival Incision: A Technical Note and Case Series
04/26/2024
Shannon R. Garvey
Amy Chen
Amer H. Nassar
Ryan P. Cauley
This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.
This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.
This report presents the...
04/26/2024
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Case Report
Simultaneous Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsies Using Both the Magtrace/Sentimag System and Radioactive Isotope Tracer/Blue Dye Dual Technique for Concurrent Breast Carcinoma and Malignant Melanoma
04/22/2024
Murtaza Kadhum
Parinita Swarnkar
Marianne Dillon
Sarah Hemington-Gorse
This case presents a patient with synchronous melanoma and breast carcinoma, with focus on the simultaneous use of 2 sentinel lymph node biopsy mapping techniques.
This case presents a patient with synchronous melanoma and breast carcinoma, with focus on the simultaneous use of 2 sentinel lymph node biopsy mapping techniques.
This case presents a patient...
04/22/2024
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Case Report
Infantile Hemangioma Mimics Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans
04/18/2024
Joshua Wright
Jonathan Metts
Hector Monforte
Christopher Francis
Jordan Halsey
This report highlights key clinical findings of infantile hemangiomas, while also identifying "red flags" that necessitate urgent additional investigations and referral to a multidisciplinary team.
This report highlights key clinical findings of infantile hemangiomas, while also identifying "red flags" that necessitate urgent additional investigations and referral to a multidisciplinary team.
This report highlights key...
04/18/2024
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Case Report
Safety and Feasibility of Oncoplastic Reconstruction in the Setting of Prior Breast Reduction
04/16/2024
Zachary A. Koenig
Nicholas I. Koenig
Mihail Climov
H. Şafak Uygur
This case study presents an oncoplastic breast reconstruction in a breast re-reduction.
This case study presents an oncoplastic breast reconstruction in a breast re-reduction.
This case study presents an...
04/16/2024
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Case Report
Pubic Aneurysmal Bone Cyst Following Penile Inversion Vaginoplasty: A Case Report
04/02/2024
Christopher D. Liao
Zachary Erlichman
Georgios Georgakis
Fazel Khan
Aleksandra Krajewski
This report describes the development of a pubic aneurysmal bone cyst in a transgender patient who had previously undergone PIV, possibly indicating a very rare complication of this gender-affirming operation.
This report describes the development of a pubic aneurysmal bone cyst in a transgender patient who had previously undergone PIV, possibly indicating a very rare complication of this gender-affirming operation.
This report describes the...
04/02/2024
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Case Report
Role of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Maximizing Flap Survival in Compromised Free Flaps: A Case Report
03/14/2024
Keisuke Shimbo
Haruka Kawamoto
Isao Koshima
This case report presents the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in a 76-year-old man who underwent free flap reconstruction for calcaneal osteomyelitis.
This case report presents the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in a 76-year-old man who underwent free flap reconstruction for calcaneal osteomyelitis.
This case report presents the...
03/14/2024
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Case Report
Medical Tourism in Plastic Surgery: A Case Series of Complications
02/27/2024

Bilal Koussayer, BS1; Taylor Blount, BS2; Mohammad Tahseen Alkaelani, BS2; Nicole K. Le, MD, MPH3; Mahmood J. Al Bayati, MD3; Joseph Moffitt, MD3; Jared Troy, MD3

Bilal Koussayer, BS1; Taylor Blount, ...
This case series presents experiences in managing atypical infections resulting from cosmetic surgery tourism in a tertiary care system. 
This case series presents experiences in managing atypical infections resulting from cosmetic surgery tourism in a tertiary care system. 
This case series presents...
02/27/2024
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Case Q&A

Case Q&A
Leukoplakia of the Lower Lip Reconstructed With a Tongue Flap
04/30/2024
Sakurako Kunieda
Kenji Suzuki
Syunya Tamamine
Atsuyuki Kuro
Michika Fukui
Natsuko Kakudo
This Case Q&A discusses leukoplakia, its diagnosis and management, and treatment of a 47-year-old man using tongue flap reconstruction.
This Case Q&A discusses leukoplakia, its diagnosis and management, and treatment of a 47-year-old man using tongue flap reconstruction.
This Case Q&A discusses...
04/30/2024
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Case Q&A
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Scalp: The Role of Surgery, Nonsurgical Intervention, and Immunotherapy
04/26/2024
Madison Tyle
Bilal Koussayer
Nikhita Nookala
Nicole K. Le
Kristen Whalen
Kristina T. Gemayel
Michael Harrington
This Case Q&A presents an 84-year-old male with advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp.
This Case Q&A presents an 84-year-old male with advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp.
This Case Q&A presents an...
04/26/2024
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Case Q&A
Fluid Resuscitation of Severely Burned Children
04/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained...
04/24/2024
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Case Q&A
Unexpected Complication Involving a Retrosternal Biloma: A Guide to Managing Sternal Wound Infections
04/22/2024
Alexander L. Mostovych
Milind D. Kachare
Anthony Azzolini
Alec Moore
Lauren A. Tranthem
Claire Fell
Carter Prewitt
Ryan L. Shapiro
A 60-year-old male patient with a complex medical history developed a right-sided pleural effusion and a dehisced, infected sternal wound following a coronary artery bypass graft for single-vessel coronary artery disease.
A 60-year-old male patient with a complex medical history developed a right-sided pleural effusion and a dehisced, infected sternal wound following a coronary artery bypass graft for single-vessel coronary artery disease.
A 60-year-old male patient with...
04/22/2024
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Case Q&A
Vascular Response to Burn Shock
04/16/2024
Stephen M. Milner
A 36-year-old male was rescued by firefighters from a house fire and sustained deep burns to 60% of his body surface area, including his head and neck.
A 36-year-old male was rescued by firefighters from a house fire and sustained deep burns to 60% of his body surface area, including his head and neck.
A 36-year-old male was rescued...
04/16/2024
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Case Q&A
Puffy Hand Syndrome: What Plastic Surgeons Need to Know
04/16/2024
Joseph P. Bethea
Sunny R. Cai
Brandon Peine
Jesse O. Mendes
Richard S. Zeri
Swapnil D. Kachare
This Case Q&A discusses puffy hand syndrome, including its presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term complications.
This Case Q&A discusses puffy hand syndrome, including its presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term complications.
This Case Q&A discusses puffy...
04/16/2024
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Case Q&A
The “Clinda-Clumper” – A Quick and Efficient Method to Remove Free Silicone After a Breast Implant Rupture Using a Clindamycin Solution
04/15/2024
Claire Fell
Milind D. Kachare
Alex Nixon
Alec Moore
Lauren A. Tranthem
Alexander L. Mostovych
Carter Prewitt
Ryan Cantrell
Brandon J. Wilhelmi
This Case Q&A discusses breast implant ruptures, including their prevalence, management, treatment recommendations, and potential side effects.
This Case Q&A discusses breast implant ruptures, including their prevalence, management, treatment recommendations, and potential side effects.
This Case Q&A discusses breast...
04/15/2024
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Case Q&A
Mechanism and Management of Scald Burns
03/27/2024
Stephen M. Milner
This Case Q&A presents a scald burn in a 3-year-old and discusses the mechanism of injury, the options available for management, the scientific evidence supporting the retention and debridement of blisters, and what features suggest...
This Case Q&A presents a scald burn in a 3-year-old and discusses the mechanism of injury, the options available for management, the scientific evidence supporting the retention and debridement of blisters, and what features suggest...
This Case Q&A presents a scald...
03/27/2024
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Case Q&A
Pathogenesis of Pressure Injuries
03/07/2024

Stephen M. Milner, MBBS, BDS, DSc (Hon) FRCSE, FACS1; Ryan Mathis, MD2

Stephen M. Milner, MBBS, BDS, DSc (Ho...
This Case Q&A discusses pressure injuries, with context for spinal cord injuries.
This Case Q&A discusses pressure injuries, with context for spinal cord injuries.
This Case Q&A discusses pressure...
03/07/2024
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Classification of Burn Depth
02/28/2024

Stephen M. Milner, MBBS, BDS, DSc (Hon), FRCSE, FACS

Stephen M. Milner, MBBS, BDS, DSc (Ho...
Classification of burn depth is discussed in the context of a 41-year-old man with 15% total body surface area burn localized to his right upper extremity and chest.
Classification of burn depth is discussed in the context of a 41-year-old man with 15% total body surface area burn localized to his right upper extremity and chest.
Classification of burn depth is...
02/28/2024
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