Lee DH

[BACKGROUND] Polylactic acid (PLA) is extensively used in the medical and cosmetic industries for skin regeneration and as a dermal filler due to its biocompatibility and biodegradability. However, the effectiveness of PLA as a cosmetic fil…

(1) Background: Botulinum toxin (BoNT) injection is an esthetically effective and safe treatment for contouring the lower face. This study aimed to evaluate the combined effects of BoNT and supplementary oral appliance (OA) therapy on lower…

[BACKGROUND] The combination of endovascular intervention and microvascular free flap transfer has been effectively used for chronic ischemic wounds of lower limb. The aim of this study was to determine the influence of angioplasty on free …

We report a case of lateral cavernous sinus wall dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF) accompanied large venous aneurysm which is presented intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH). A 58-year-old male patient came to emergency department for acute onset…

[BACKGROUND] Arterial revascularization and free flap reconstruction is safe and effective for limb salvage in patients with critical limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI). This study aimed to determine whether reconstruction outcomes were affec…

[BACKGROUND] Intradermal injections of botulinum toxin have been reported to improve sebum secretion, facial skin laxity, and facial pores. However, the effects of Incobotulinumtoxin-A for these indications have not been reported. [OBJECTI…

[BACKGROUND] Giant congenital melanocytic nevus (GCMN) is a rare disease, for which complete surgical resection is recommended. However, the size of the lesions presents problems for the management of the condition. The most popular approac…

[OBJECTIVE] Several studies have reported that the outcomes of endovascular treatment were superior to those of microsurgical treatment for posterior circulation aneurysms. Thus, this study compared outcomes of endovascular and microsurgica…

[BACKGROUND] Fibula free flap mandible reconstruction is the standard procedure after wide resection of the mandible. Establishment and maintenance of normal occlusion are important in mandible reconstruction both intraoperatively and after…

[BACKGROUND] Microvascular reconstruction is the treatment of choice after oral cancer ablation surgery. There are few published studies of free flap survival among Korean populations. This study aimed to determine the survival rate after 1…

[BACKGROUND] A multimodal approach is essential for neck rejuvenation because many factors contribute to the aging of the neck. [OBJECTIVES] We evaluated the effect of combined therapy using microfocused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-…

In recent years, as interest in maintaining beauty and a youthful appearance has grown, filler procedures such as soft tissue augmentation have become more popular. These fillers are sometimes seen as radiopaque shadows on radiographic imag…

[RATIONALE] Nasal dermoid cysts are rare congenital lesions and may present as a midline nasal swelling. Nasal dermoid cysts usually present at birth and are commonly diagnosed by 3 years of age. An incidentally detected nasal dermoid cyst …

[BACKGROUND] Propofol is has been widely used for sedation in the field of esthetic surgery because of its favorable pharmacokinetic profile. Propofol sedation-induced side effects are rare. However, when present, they can be serious. The n…

Posterior drooling, which can lead to substantial respiratory morbidity, including unexplained lung diseases and recurrent pneumonia, is an important issue in the rehabilitation unit. There are various treatment options for posterior drooli…

[BACKGROUND/AIMS] Botulinum toxin type A (BTX), a long-acting inhibitor of muscular contraction in both striated and smooth muscles, is responsible for gastric motility. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of an endoscopic …

[BACKGROUND] The authors report a case of a rare complication that occurred after botulinum toxin injection to the extraocular muscle, which was easily overlooked and successfully corrected by surgery. [CASE PRESENTATION] A 34-year-old fem…

[OBJECTIVE] We aimed to develop and validate a novel computer-assisted automated hair counting system for the quantitative evaluation of laser hair removal (LHR). [METHODS] We developed a computer-aided image processing system to count hai…

[BACKGROUND] Reduced joint ROM and distraction-induced pain are common complaints of patients who have undergone gradual femoral lengthening. Attempts to reduce the effects of lengthening on joint motion have included the use of botulinum t…

[INTRODUCTION] Atheroma of the facial artery is an extremely rare disease. [CLINICAL FINDINGS/PATIENT CONCERNS] Herein, we report an extremely rare case of an atheroma arising from the facial artery, mimicking a parotid gland tumor. [DIAG…

Surgical procedures for parotidectomy had been developed to gain adequate approach, prevent morbidity of nerve, and give esthetic satisfaction. We performed two cases of parotidectomy through facelift incision. One case was reconstructed wi…

[BACKGROUND] Various techniques are used for performing breast reduction. Wise-pattern and vertical scar techniques are the most commonly employed approaches. However, a vertical scar in the mid-lower breast is prominent and aesthetically l…