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The efficacy of arterial only microsurgical nasal replantation: a systematic review.
[BACKGROUND] Microsurgical nasal replantation is a rare yet important procedure in order to regain the respiratory, olfactory, and aesthetic features of the nose. However, due to the traumatic nature of most nasal amputations, appropriate v…
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A Systematic Review of Simulation-Based Training Tools in Plastic Surgery.
[OBJECTIVES] The recent shift from traditional surgical teaching to the incorporation of simulation training in plastic surgery has resulted in the development of a variety of simulation models and tools. We aimed to assess the validity and…
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Inclusivity in plastic surgery - Insights, Recommendations, & Education (INSPIRE): A pilot identity-concordant mentorship programme for underrepresented students in plastic surgery.
[INTRODUCTION] Mentorship is integral to surgical training, yet access remains inequitable. Ethnic minority (EM) students, those from low-income households, and first-generation medical students face persistent barriers that hinder progress…
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Persistent lactation in bilateral breast implant augmentation: A case report and review of the literature.
[BACKGROUND] Persistent lactation, or galactorrhoea, is a common problem which is infrequently seen in the setting of aesthetic surgery. Increasing frequency of aesthetic breast surgery such as breast augmentation suggests a need for improv…
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The Ethics and Responsibilities of Social Media Usage by Plastic Surgeons: A Literature Review.
[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES] Social media has revolutionised how plastic surgeons advertise their work and promote their services, but concerns have been raised regarding the ethics of these practices. This review aims to identify said conce…
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Refinement of the Superomedial Pedicle Technique: A New Approach to Breast Reshaping Following Reduction.
[INTRODUCTION] We present an alteration of the superomedial pedicle technique in breast reduction to control lateral fullness and create a more natural and contoured breast during reshaping. This approach has been adopted by the senior auth…
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A Comparison Between Piezosurgery and Conventional Osteotomies in Rhinoplasty on Post-Operative Oedema and Ecchymosis: A Systematic Review.
Piezosurgery use has become increasingly prevalent in osteotomies. Piezoelectric ultrasound waves can cut bone effectively, and some studies have shown reduced post-operative morbidities compared to conventional osteotomies. Oedema and ecch…
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The quality of online information regarding non-surgical aesthetic procedures.
[BACKGROUND] The rapid growth of non-surgical aesthetics has led to a scarcity of regulation that raises concerns for serious consequences to public health. Services are advertised primarily through websites which are not necessarily centra…
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The Role of Virtual Consultations in Plastic Surgery During COVID-19 Lockdown.
[BACKGROUND] COVID-19 has led to government enforced 'lockdown' in the UK severely limiting face-to-face patient interaction. Virtual consultations present a means for continued patient access to health care. Our aim was to evaluate the use…
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Occipital encephalocele in a neonate: a case successfully managed by excision and formation of a reverse visor scalp flap.
Encephaloceles are one form of neural tube defect and are associated with partial absence of skull bone fusion, with an incidence of 1-4 cases for every 10 000 live births. We report the case of a neonate born at term, with an antenatal dia…
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A retrospective comparison of 3M™ Micropore™ with other common dressings in cosmetic breast surgery.
[BACKGROUND] Surgical site infection has considerable cost implications for healthcare providers. Evidence suggests that the use of Micropore™ tape as a dressing for surgical incisions may be associated with reduced/comparable rates of infe…
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Self-reported "worth it" rating of aesthetic surgery in social media.
[BACKGROUND] A wide variety of surveys have been used to validate the satisfaction of patients who underwent aesthetic surgery. However, such studies are often limited by patient number and number of surgeons. Social media now allows patien…