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[BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES] Complex distal extremity trauma often involves both extensive soft tissue loss and vascular injury. While the anterolateral thigh (ALT) free flap is a mainstay for limb salvage, large defects may exceed the capacity …

[BACKGROUND] Common complications of upper blepharoplasty include significant changes in crease height and disappearance. These issues are frequently observed in patients with overactive frontalis muscles. [OBJECTIVES] This study aimed to …

[BACKGROUND] To investigate the clinical efficacy of narrow-margin modified Mohs microsurgery (mMMS) in the treatment of extramammary Paget's disease (EMPD). [METHODS] A retrospective cohort review was conducted on 52 patients with EMPD wh…

[OBJECTIVE] The standard treatment for locally advanced oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) involves radical surgery followed by adjuvant therapy, often resulting in significant functional impairment. Neoadjuvant immunochemotherapy (NICT) h…

[BACKGROUND] Dysphagia is a common complication of severe traumatic brain injury (sTBI) and may persist despite standard treatment. For refractory cases, there appear to be no more effective therapeutic options available. [CASE INFORMATION…

[BACKGROUND] Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most prevalent type of hair loss. Traditionally, treatment for AGA has primarily involved the topical application of minoxidil in conjunction with oral finasteride or spironolactone. Recently,…

[BACKGROUND] This study aimed to optimize the perioperative clinical care pathway for patients undergoing hair transplantation by integrating action research and the teach-back method, and to validate its clinical application. [METHODS] A …

[OBJECTIVE] This study aimed to enhance the accuracy of prognosis assessment for reduction mammaplasty by improving a swarm intelligence optimization algorithm and to develop an intelligent prediction system to support clinical decision-mak…

[BACKGROUND] Cosmetic blepharoplasty is the most common plastic surgery procedures in East Asian and also one of the procedures most prone to unsatisfactory outcomes. The crease width is a crucial aesthetic criterion for individuals seeking…

[OBJECTIVE] "Applicant familiarity," or prior knowledge of an applicant, is associated with successful plastic surgery match outcomes. While a research year (RY) enhances academic productivity, mentorship, and specialty exposure, its impact…

[BACKGROUND] TiLOOP bra has been used for over 15 years, however, evidence regarding its safety in implant-based breast reconstruction (IBBR) for patients with breast cancer after mastectomy is still limited. We performed this meta-analysis…

[RATIONALE] Hyalinizing clear cell carcinoma (HCCC) of the salivary glands is a rare low-grade malignant tumor. This type of tumor is particularly uncommon in the sublingual glands. [PATIENT CONCERNS] A 57-year-old female with a mass on th…

[INTRODUCTION] Hair transplantation surgery requires the efficient completion of hair follicles and thus appropriate hair implantation needles. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of self-made hai…

[AIM] To integrate and summarize the best evidence on perioperative management practices for hair transplantation patients, providing an evidence-based reference for clinical. [METHODS] An exhaustive literature search was conducted to iden…

Madelung disease is an uncommon metabolic disorder of uncertain pathogenesis, distinguished by the symmetric accumulation of nonencapsulated adipose tissue within the subcutaneous layer of the neck, abdomen, thighs, and other anatomical reg…

Cosmetic periorbital and eyelid surgery is a commonly performed procedure in facial plastic surgery. Understanding the biomechanics of periorbital anatomy and its role in aesthetic surgery is essential for achieving optimal outcomes. This r…

[BACKGROUND] Upper eyelid tissue swelling is a common characteristic among Asian monolid individuals and is associated with a high incidence of complications following eyelid surgery. Currently, there is no precise definition for upper eyel…

[BACKGROUND] Periorbital aging typically manifests with dermatochalasis and depression of the upper eyelid. While blepharoplasty is a popular choice for addressing upper eyelid skin laxity, it is not effective for treating sunken eyelids. T…

[OBJECTIVE] The lack of diversity among applicants successfully matching into integrated plastic surgery residency continues to be a topic of significant discussion, yet substantial improvements in representation remain elusive. This articl…

[PURPOSE] This study aims to evaluate the pain relief function of chemical sphincterotomy in patients undergoing haemorrhoid surgery and compare, through a meta-analysis, the different drugs used to treat this condition. [METHODS] We condu…

[BACKGROUND] Because the structure of eyebrows is complicated, students need a lot of practice to become familiar with the distribution pattern of eyebrow hair. [OBJECTIVES] The current study was designed to investigate training methods fo…

[BACKGROUND] Medicare reimbursement for plastic surgery procedures increased by 2% while inflation increased by 19% in the past decade. Given increasing national breast reduction case volume and the negative impact decreased reimbursements …

[PURPOSE] Healthcare spending will account for 20% of US gross domestic product by 2028. One strategy to address rising costs is evaluating the utilization fraction (UF) of surgical trays. Utilization fraction averages between 13% and 27% a…

[BACKGROUND] Integrated plastic surgery applicants complete among the highest number of visiting audition rotations of any specialty. In the 2021 match, we observed that the elimination of audition rotations and in-person interviews drastic…

[BACKGROUND] Historically, integrated plastic surgery is one of the most competitive specialties in the residency match. In the 2020-2021 residency application cycle, plastic surgery programs were forced to adjust how they select applicants…

Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a recently recognized malignancy of T-lymphocytes that is linked to certain types of textured breast implants. Although rare, the increasing awareness of the disease is …

[BACKGROUND] Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin generated during the growth of Clostridium botulinum and can lead to a rare but life-threatening disease with neurologic symptoms. Relatively little is known about the many types of botulinum tox…