Lin SJ

[BACKGROUND] Before and after (B&A) photographs are a sensitive part of patients' medical records, and the use of smartphones may pose risks to confidentiality and comfort. The purpose of this study was to assess patient comfort depending o…

[BACKGROUND] The racial diversity portrayed in plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) media is an important indicator of an inclusive environment for potential patients. To evaluate the degree to which PRS websites demonstrate inclusivity…

Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a distinct subtype of T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that arises in the context of prolonged exposure to textured breast implants. The intent of this manuscript is to explo…

[BACKGROUND]  Autologous free-flap breast reconstruction (ABR) is a valuable surgical option for patients following mastectomy. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to a myriad of factors that have affected access to car…

[BACKGROUND] Although both botulinum toxin and facial filler injections are safe procedures with high efficacy and patient satisfaction, it is unclear how knowledgeable the general public is about the risks of these common cosmetic, nonsurg…

S-palmitoylation is a reversible lipid modification catalyzed by 23 S-acyltransferases with a conserved zinc finger aspartate-histidine-histidine-cysteine (zDHHC) domain that facilitates targeting of proteins to specific intracellular membr…

[UNLABELLED] The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) implemented duty-hour restrictions limiting residents to 80 hours per week in 2003 and further extended restrictions in 2011 to improve resident and patient well-…

[LEARNING OBJECTIVES] After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Perform a systematic nasofacial analysis. 2. Identify the underlying anatomical cause of specific external nasal findings. 3. Recognize the interrelate…

Diplopia after rhinoplasty is a rare complication that requires immediate medical attention. Workup should include a complete history and physical examination, appropriate imaging, and consultation with ophthalmology. Diagnosis may be chall…

[BACKGROUND]  Microsurgery is a foundational plastic surgery principle. However, public unawareness of microsurgery and its associated rigorous training in the United States may contribute to current misconceptions and undervaluing of plast…

[BACKGROUND] With the rapidly changing health care marketplace, there is constant pressure on the health care industry to progress and to ensure high-quality and cost-effective service delivery. The aim of this article is to review the econ…

[BACKGROUND] TikTok is a short-form video social media platform created in 2016 that has rapidly grown in popularity. The aim of this study was to examine trending plastic surgery videos on TikTok and to understand the dynamics of the #Plas…

[BACKGROUND] The effectiveness of utilizing social media platforms to promote clinical practices and attract patients has been well established. This study aimed to assess what plastic surgery social media content and educational material t…

[BACKGROUND] Medical chaperones often play an important role during physical examinations, providing patient comfort and serving as medicolegal witness. The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare practices regarding chaperone use…

[BACKGROUND] Recent evidence suggests tranexamic acid (TXA) may improve outcomes in aesthetic surgery patients. [OBJECTIVES] This systematic review aimed to investigate the impact of TXA use in aesthetic plastic surgery on bleeding and aes…

[BACKGROUND] The female breast comes in many different shapes and sizes. The literature remains inconclusive on the ideal breast size. This study aims to investigate and compare breast size preferences among three cohorts (patients, plastic…

[BACKGROUND] The 2020 to 2021 residency application cycle marked the first year of fully virtual integrated plastic surgery interviews. The virtual format was a double-edged sword for applicants with several advantages, such as reduced cost…

[BACKGROUND]  Machete injuries constitute a major cause of morbidity in Honduras. In this study, we aimed to determine the incidence, initial management, surgical treatment, and follow-up patterns for machete injuries at the national public…

The extensive training and unique positioning of a stringed instrument (eg, professional violinist) may subject the mandible to compressive forces that may lead to asymmetric micrognathia. Prior cephalometric studies have shown a right-side…

[BACKGROUND] The United States (US) is in the mid of an opioid epidemic propagated, in part, by prescription opioids. With excess overprescribing documented in a variety of surgical procedures, several societies have recommended opioid-pres…

[INTRODUCTION] The basis of dorsal preservation rhinoplasty goes back to the late 19th and the early 20th centuries. In that era, pioneers such as Drs. Goodale, Lothrop, and Cottle were prominent surgeons who reported on this technique. Cur…

[BACKGROUND] Non-board-certified plastic surgeons performing cosmetic procedures and advertising as plastic surgeons may have an adverse effect on a patient's understanding of their practitioner's medical training and patient safety. The au…

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery commissioned the multidisciplinary Rhinoplasty Performance Measure…

Virtual reality and other technological advancements both inside and outside the operating room have shown an exponential increase in the past two decades. Surgical technique and finesse in delicate procedures have become ever more importan…

[BACKGROUND] Plastic surgeons have been early adopters of social media, and the efficacy and ethics of this practice have been studied. In addition, plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) training programs have begun using social media to…