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Microsurgical varicocelectomy versus laparoscopic surgery versus embolization for varicocele: a retrospective cost-effectiveness analysis.
[BACKGROUND] Varicocele is one of the most common causes of male infertility. Although multiple surgical and interventional methods are available, their cost-effectiveness remains insufficiently studied. This study aimed to compare short-te…
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A New Clinical Classification Method for Gynecomastia Based on Chest Appearance and MR/CT Images.
[BACKGROUND] Classification theories for gynecomastia often conflate breast ptosis degree with subcutaneous soft tissue composition, leading to further confusion in determining appropriate surgical regions and techniques. To address this, w…
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Alopecia Secondary to Hyaluronic Acid Injection: A Case Report and Literature Review.
[BACKGROUND] Hyaluronic acid injections, commonly used for anti-aging purposes, carry potential risks, including transient or permanent alopecia, a complication not yet fully characterized. This adverse effect can result from various mechan…
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Cutaneous Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Infections Following Cosmetic Procedures: A Retrospective Study.
[BACKGROUND] Reports of skin infections associated with nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) following cosmetic procedures are increasing. The diagnosis and treatment of these infections remain a significant challenge for clinicians. [OBJECTI…
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Comprehensive 3D measurements of condyle changes in patients with class III asymmetry after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery.
[OBJECTIVES] The present study was aimed to assess three-dimensional (3D) quantitative changes of condyle in patients with Class III facial asymmetry after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery. [MATERIALS AND METHODS] Fifty-five eligible patie…
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Three-Dimensional Changes of Masseter Muscle in Patients With Class III Asymmetry After Bimaxillary Orthognathic Surgery.
The present study was aimed to comprehensively evaluate changes in the masseter muscle in patients with Class III facial asymmetry after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery and explore potential correlations between masseter muscle changes and…
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Protruding or concealed: Defining ideal cranioauricular angle via a morphometric analysis in Asians.
[INTRODUCTION] The frontal appearance of ears, usually overlooked in facial aesthetics, has gained increasing attention among Asians. However, a consensus on the ideal cranioauricular angle is currently lacking. This study aims to investiga…
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Lying ear deformity: Personalized fabricated synthetic expanded polytetrafluoroethylene retroauricular prosthesis as an alternative for its correction.
[BACKGROUND] The correction of lying ear is a surgical procedure that can enhance facial aesthetics. In Asian culture, prominent ears are often associated with wealth, and ear protrusion surgery is frequently requested to achieve a slimmer …
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A comparative study on the short-term and long-term efficacy of endoscopic lipolysis, liposuction, and traditional open excision in gynecomastia treatment.
[OBJECTIVE] This study investigates the comparative short-term and long-term efficacy of endoscopic lipolysis and liposuction versus traditional open excision in the treatment of gynecomastia. [METHODS] A total of 140 male patients diagnos…
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Optimal Strategies for Autologous Fat Grafting in Breast Augmentation and Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis.
[BACKGROUND] Cell-assisted lipotransfer (CAL) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP)-assisted lipotransfer have been used to overcome the low survival rate of conventional lipotransfer. However, there is still insufficient evidence to determine whi…
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Single-cell RNA sequencing reveals prolonged polyacrylamide hydrogel stimulation in vivo leads to an immunosuppressive microenvironment and potential tumorigenesis.
[BACKGROUND] Polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) was once a prevalent filler for augmentation surgery. It was banned in China in 2006 due to persistent adverse reactions. However, numerous patients who received PAAG injection still suffer from P…
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"A 7-year analysis of complaints related to Asian blepharoplasty".
[BACKGROUND] People often have high expectations for blepharoplasty, and patient complaints can serve as a valuable tool to understand their specific requirements and desired outcomes. [OBJECTIVES] The objective of this study was to analyz…
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Artificial Intelligence Technology in 3D Facial Reconstruction: An Approach to Reutilize 2D Standardized Images in Plastic Surgery.
[INTRODUCTION] Two-dimensional (2D) facial photographs serve as crucial data in plastic surgery, and their reuse can yield additional clinical information for reference purposes. The present study presents an approach for three-dimensional …
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A new corrective method for the Tanzer's group IIB constricted ear: Helical expansion using V-Y advancement flap combined with concha cartilage graft.
[BACKGROUND] The complexity of a constricted ear shape renders the aim of establishing a uniform surgical method unattainable, thus posing an ongoing challenge in its correction. The Tanzer's group IIB constricted ear is characterized by a …
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Harmonic Scalpel Versus Monopolar Electrotome in Endoscopic-Assisted Transaxillary Dual-Plane Augmentation Mammaplasty: A Retrospective Study in 122 Patients.
[BACKGROUND] The transaxillary approach of breast augmentation is the most popular method in Asia, but longer period of recovery was observed in spite of the assistance of endoscope. [OBJECTIVES] Introducing the ultrasonic dissection devic…
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A Modified Transversal Two-Suture Microsurgical Intussusception Vasoepididymostomy for the Treatment of Epididymal Obstructive Azoospermia.
[INTRODUCTION] We have developed a modified vasoepididymostomy procedure, namely "fenestrated" transversal two-suture microsurgical intussusception vasoepididymostomy. This study aimed to investigate the therapeutic efficacy and outcome of …
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Deep-learning based segmentation of ultrasound adipose image for liposuction.
[BACKGROUND] To develop an automatic and reliable ultrasonic visual system for robot- or computer-assisted liposuction, we examined the use of deep learning for the segmentation of adipose ultrasound images in clinical and educational setti…
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A bibliometric and visualized study on global trends of breast augmentation complications, 2011-2021.
[BACKGROUND] Women undergo breast augmentation surgery for a variety of reasons, but surgical complications can seriously affect patient outcomes and quality of life, making it a hot research topic. Although a large body of literature exist…
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Sutures positioning technique enhances the predictability and concordance between preoperative simulation and actual outcomes in rhinoplasty.
[BACKGROUND] The predictability and concordance between simulated and actual outcomes in rhinoplasty are uncertain. Here, we introduce a suture positioning technique (SPT), a simple and low-cost method to minimize the gap between the simula…
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Subtractive thinking: A novel combined application of antihelix reconstruction and outer helix reconstruction to treat mild cases of type I to II conchal microtia.
[BACKGROUND] The management of mild cases of type Ⅰ to Ⅱ conchal microtia involves grafting cartilage to the affected ear to increase the cartilaginous area and transfer more skin to cover the larger cartilage. Herein, we performed a novel …
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Hengli Chinese Botulinum Toxin Type A for Treatment of Patients With Overactive Bladder: A Multicenter, Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Hengli Chinese botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A; 100 U) in Chinese patients with overactive bladder. This study was a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in Chinese patients w…
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Rapid and sensitive detection of botulinum toxin type A in complex sample matrices by AlphaLISA.
Botulinum toxin A(BoNT/A) is a neurotoxin produced by the bacteria , which can cause serious food poisoning and is recognized as a potential biological warfare agent. BoNT/A is does not degrade easily and can remain in the complex matrix fo…
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Ultrasound-guided injection of botulinum toxin type A blocks cardiac sympathetic ganglion to improve cardiac remodeling in a large animal model of chronic myocardial infarction.
[BACKGROUND] Strategies to improve various cardiovascular diseases by blocking cardiac sympathetic ganglion have been increasingly available currently. Botulinum toxin type A (BTA), a typical neurotoxin, has been shown to block neural trans…
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A bibliometric and visualized research on global trends of abdominoplasty, 2011-2021.
[OBJECTIVES] Patients with multiple pregnancies, multiple pregnancies, and a history of severe obesity, the abdominal wall muscles, and skin exhibit rectus abdominis separation and skin laxity due to prolonged overstretching, which causes d…
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An explainable machine learning method for assessing surgical skill in liposuction surgery.
[PURPOSE] Surgical skill assessment has received growing interest in surgery training and quality control due to its essential role in competency assessment and trainee feedback. However, the current assessment methods rarely provide corres…
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The Application of Anatomy Combined With Ultrasound Knife in Transaxillary Endoscopic Biplane Breast Augmentation.
[OBJECTIVE] We aim to clarify the vascular and nerve anatomy of the breast and combine it with an ultrasound knife to use in transaxillary endoscopic biplane breast augmentation. [METHODS] This study is a retrospective review of patients u…
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Effect of Immediate Breast Reconstruction after Standardized Breast Cancer Surgery on the Quality of Life of Patients: A Prospective Multicenter Study.
[OBJECTIVE] To investigate the impact of immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) after standardized breast cancer (BC) surgery on the quality of life of patients. [METHODS] A total of 878 BC patients were included, who were diagnosed and tre…
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[Experimental study on adipose-derived stem cells amplified by silk fibroin/poly- -lactic acid microcarriers ].
[OBJECTIVE] To investigate the effect of silk fibroin-poly- -lactic acid (SF-PLLA) microcarriers on the expansion and differentiation of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs). [METHODS] ADSCs were extracted from adipose tissue donated volunta…
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[Experimental study on tissue engineered cartilage constructed by three-dimensional bioprinted human adipose-derived stem cells combined with gelatin methacryloyl].
[OBJECTIVE] To explore the feasibility of three-dimensional (3D) bioprinted adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) combined with gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) to construct tissue engineered cartilage. [METHODS] Adipose tissue voluntarily donate…
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Reduced capsular contracture with smooth and textured breast implants following submuscular mammoplasty: systematic literature review.
Capsular contracture is common in breast augmentation and reconstruction surgery. The present systematic review discusses the safety of textured and smooth implants in the submuscular position. A literature search was conducted on PubMed a…