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Tear film lipid layer thickness and blink dynamics in patients with blepharospasm.
[BACKGROUND] This study investigates the effect of botulinum toxin A on lipid layer thickness (LLT) and blink dynamics in patients with benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) compared to dry eye disease (DED) patients. [METHODS] We reviewed …
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Tightening of the eyelids with monopolar radiofrequency in Asians.
Eyelid laxity is a visible sign of aging that can significantly affect appearance and comfort; however, many patients remain reluctant to undergo surgical blepharoplasty. Monopolar radiofrequency (RF) offers a non-invasive alternative. This…
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Oxygen reserve index versus conventional peripheral oxygen saturation for prevention of hypoxaemia: A randomised controlled trial.
[BACKGROUND] Hypoxaemia occurs frequently during paediatric laryngeal microsurgery. [OBJECTIVE] The oxygen reserve index is a noninvasive and continuous parameter to assess PaO2 levels in the range of 100 to 200 mmHg. It ranges from 0 to 1…
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Pulmonary Foreign Body Granulomatosis after Cosmetic Injection.
[INTRODUCTION] We occasionally encounter irregular marginated masses discovered incidentally in young individuals. In most cases, further investigations are conducted to assess the presence of a primary malignancy, as these masses often rai…
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Air-toxin technique: Introduction and analysis of effect using a photoimaging system.
[BACKGROUND] As an alternative to other approaches to facial rejuvenation, the air-toxin technique (dermal injection of air with micro-doses of botulinum toxin) is a promising method. We aimed to describe this novel technique and assess the…
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An Update on the Cosmetic Use of Botulinum Toxin: The Pattern of Practice among Korean Dermatologists.
The efficacy and safety of botulinum toxin injection have made it a popular aesthetic procedure worldwide. A cross-sectional survey was performed in order to determine the pattern of type A botulinum toxin injections in cosmetic practice, f…
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Efficacy and Safety of Botulinum Toxin Type A (NABOTA) for Post-stroke Upper Extremity Spasticity: A Multicenter Phase IV Trial.
[OBJECTIVE] To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Daewoong botulinum toxin type A (NABOTA) after its launch in South Korea. [METHODS] This prospective, multicenter, open-label phase IV clinical trial included 222 patients with stroke. All…
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Silicone Implants Immobilized with Interleukin-4 Promote the M2 Polarization of Macrophages and Inhibit the Formation of Fibrous Capsules.
Breast augmentations with silicone implants can have adverse effects on tissues that, in turn, lead to capsular contracture (CC). One of the potential ways of overcoming CC is to control the implant/host interaction using immunomodulatory a…
- A Novel Technique to Reduce Pain from Intradermal Injection of Botulinum Toxin Type A.
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Efficacy and safety of neuronox for lateral canthal lines: a phase I/III, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, active-controlled study.
[INTRODUCTION] Neuronox has not yet been investigated for its efficacy and safety in the treatment of lateral canthal lines (LCL). [METHODS] This study was a randomized, double-blind, active drug controlled, multicenter, 16 week, Phase I/I…
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Factors Influencing Patient Satisfaction with Upper Blepharoplasty in Elderly Patients.
[UNLABELLED] Upper blepharoplasty in elderly patients has characteristics that differ from those of younger patients. Blepharoptosis in elderly patients causes not only aesthetic problems but also functional problems such as entropion, visu…
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A comparison of the safety, efficacy, and longevity of two different hyaluronic acid fillers in filler rhinoplasty: A multicenter study.
Filler rhinoplasty is a popular procedure in Asia, and it is of great importance to understand the clinical efficacy and durability of the different filler products that serve this purpose. Here, we aimed to evaluate and compare the safety,…
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Forehead Lift for Asians.
Asians have anatomic and clinical characteristics to be considered before forehead lift. Because of the anatomic characteristics of Asians, for the better outcomes of blepharoplasty or augmentation rhinoplasty, forehead lift as a combined s…
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Free-flap reconstruction in recurrent head and neck cancer: A retrospective review of 124 cases.
[BACKGROUND] Free-flap reconstruction for recurrent head and neck cancer may be challenging depending on the previous treatments, those are, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery, including neck dissection or free tissue transfer. Specifi…
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Primary amelanotic melanoma of the mandibular gingiva.
Oral mucosal melanoma is a very rare type of malignant melanoma, the characteristics of which differ from those of cutaneous melanoma. Primary amelanotic melanoma of the mandibular gingiva, which can invade the mandibular bone, is very rare…
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Rejuvenation of periocular region in Koreans: A multimodal approach combining botulinum toxin, fillers, and micro-focused ultrasound with visualization for optimal results.
Periorbital aging involves all layers of the skin, fat, and the bony orbit. Therefore, a multimodal approach is necessary. Twenty Korean subjects who required periorbital rejuvenation were enrolled in this study. First, micro-focused ultras…
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Subbrow Lift Using Frontalis Sling to Correct Lateral Orbital Laxity.
[BACKGROUND] In order to correct upper lid laxity, upper blepharoplasty, subbrow excision, and forehead lift have been utilized. Our newly developed subbrow excision attaches the orbicularis oculi muscle to the frontalis muscle. This improv…
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Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty With Polydioxanone Threads and Fillers.
[BACKGROUND] Absorbable wedge-shaped polydioxanone (PDO) sutures are currently available for facial rejuvenation, and they are extremely popular in the aesthetic clinics in Korea. Other than face lifting, threads also can be used for nonsur…
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Wedge-shaped polydioxanone threads in a folded configuration ("Solid fillers"): A treatment option for deep static wrinkles on the upper face.
[BACKGROUND] Facial wrinkles are key signs of aging which affect one's quality of life and psychological well-being. Absorbable wedge-shaped polydioxanone (PDO) sutures are popular in the esthetic clinics of Korea and may be a treatment opt…
- Effects of botulinum toxin injection on systemic sclerosis-related digital ulcers.
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Treatment of post-traumatic chin deformities using bilateral botulinum toxin injections.
Post-traumatic hematoma formation is a common complication of contusion. If the hematoma is large enough to aspirate or drain, it can be treated quickly and appropriately. However, if the hematoma is small or concealed by local swelling, it…
- Pedicled Fat Transposition vs Free-Fat Grafting for Lower Blepharoplasty With Volume Preservation-Reply.
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A quantitative, objective method for evaluating the surgical outcomes of baggy eyelid correction using orbital gray scale analysis.
[BACKGROUND] Baggy lower eyelids (BLEs) are a common cosmetic problem that is treated using various methods. However, validated objective methods for evaluating the treatment are limited. [AIMS] A novel BLE correction procedure, transconju…
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Topographic Anatomy of the Infraorbital Artery and Its Clinical Implications for Nasolabial Fold Augmentation.
[BACKGROUND] Understanding the topography of the blood vessels distributed around the nasolabial fold region is essential for ensuring the safety of dermal filler injections into the nasolabial fold. The purpose of this study was to provide…
- Evaluation of a novel thread-lift for the improvement of nasolabial folds and cheek laxity.
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Vertical Lifting: A New Optimal Thread Lifting Technique for Asians.
[BACKGROUND] With the evolution of facial rejuvenation methods, thread lifts have gained popularity among patients who seek cosmetic improvement. Absorbable wedge-shaped polydioxanone (PDO) sutures are currently available, and they are extr…
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Protective Effect of Botulinum Toxin Type A Against Atopic Dermatitis-Like Skin Lesions in NC/Nga Mice.
[BACKGROUND] Botulinum neurotoxin (BTX) A possesses various biological activities, including anti-inflammatory and antipruritic actions. Human and animal studies have shown that BTX is effective in treating histamine-induced itch, lichen si…
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Botulinum Toxin in the Field of Dermatology: Novel Indications.
Since its approval by the US Food and Drug Administration in 2002 for glabellar wrinkles, botulinum toxin (BTX) has been widely used to correct facial wrinkles. As a result, many consider BTX synonymous with cosmetic dermatology. Recent stu…
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Early Changes in Facial Profile Following Structured Filler Rhinoplasty: An Anthropometric Analysis Using a 3-Dimensional Imaging System.
[BACKGROUND] Quantitative measurements are important for objective evaluation of postprocedural outcomes. Three-dimensional (3D) imaging is known as an objective, accurate, and reliable system for quantifying the soft tissue dimensions of t…
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Changes in pressure waves after endoscopic intervention in patients with achalasia: A focus on peristaltic recovery of the esophageal body.
[BACKGROUND/AIMS] We conducted the present study to investigate the recovery of peristalsis of the esophageal body and evaluate the pressure changes observed on manometry before and after endoscopic intervention. [MATERIALS AND METHODS] Fo…