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[Application of single-layer forearm flap in the repair of perforating defect of palate].
To evaluate the feasibility and clinical efficacy of a single-layer radial forearm free flap (RFFF) for through-and-through palatal defects. The single-layer forearm flap was used to repair 6 cases of perforating palatal defect due to oral …
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Microsurgery Versus Embolization for Spinal Cord Arteriovenous Malformations: A Proposed Grading System.
[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES] Comparing microsurgery and embolization for spinal cord arteriovenous malformations (SCAVMs) is challenging because of the disease's rarity and the highly heterogeneous angioarchitecture. The aim of this study wa…
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Safety and Efficacy of Intra-articular Cell-Free Fat Extract Injection in Patients With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis.
[BACKGROUND] Cell-free fat extract (CEFFE) has shown promising therapeutic effects on osteoarthritis (OA) in preclinical studies, but its clinical role remains unclear. [PURPOSE] To evaluate the safety and efficacy of intra-articular autol…
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Tentorial Dural Arteriovenous Fistulas: A Retrospective Cohort Study.
[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES] With advancements in endovascular techniques, an increasing number of tentorial dural arteriovenous fistulas (TDAVFs) can now be successfully treated with endovascular intervention alone. In this study, we presen…
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Endoscope-Assisted Transcranial Surgery for Petroclival Meningiomas: A Single-Centre Experience.
[OBJECTIVE] The surgical management of petroclival meningioma (PCM) remains a challenge in neurosurgery. This study compared the outcomes of endoscope-assisted microsurgery and conventional microscopic approaches to evaluate the safety and …
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Improvement of Fox-Fordyce disease with botulinum toxin type A.
Fox-Fordyce disease is a rare, chronic, pruritic papular eruption affecting apocrine gland-rich areas, predominantly in premenopausal women. There is no standardized treatment for Fox-Fordyce disease and various therapies have yielded mixed…
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ENKD1 modulates innate immune responses through enhanced geranylgeranyl pyrophosphate synthase activity.
Inflammation is a crucial element of immune responses, with pivotal roles in host defenses against pathogens. Comprehensive understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying inflammation is imperative for developing effective strategies …
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Botulinum toxin type A for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis lower limb spasm: two case reports.
[BACKGROUND] Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) often experience spasticity, which can severely affect their ability to perform basic activities like standing and walking, potentially diminishing their already compromised qua…
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Exclusive liposuction with glandular tissue redistribution for severe gynecomastia: A case report.
[RATIONALE] Gynecomastia, characterized by abnormal enlargement of male breast tissue, can lead to significant psychological distress, particularly among younger men. Traditional surgical options, such as subcutaneous mastectomy and liposuc…
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Improved Gynecomastia Surgery: Power-Assisted Liposuction With Stab-Flatten Technique Without Resection.
BackgroundGynecomastia, the enlargement of male breast tissue, significantly impacts both physical and psychological health. Surgical intervention is often necessary, utilizing various techniques to reduce glandular and fatty tissue. This p…
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The Mediating Roles of Objectified Body Consciousness About Acceptance of Cosmetic Surgery Among International Students in China.
[BACKGROUND] Studies on acceptance of cosmetic surgery may not be cross-culturally invariant, but little is known about it in non-Western populations. Therefore, it is necessary to develop cross-cultural research on it. [METHODS] 230 inter…
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Clinical features, treatment strategies and outcomes of craniocervical junction arteriovenous fistulas: a cohort study of 193 patients.
[BACKGROUND] Craniocervical junction (CCJ) arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) are rare. The current treatment strategies for AVFs with different angioarchitecture need to be clarified. The present study aimed to analyse the correlation between a…
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Microsurgical treatment for superior petrosal sinus dural arteriovenous fistulas.
Superior petrosal sinus (SPS) dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs) are a commonly encountered type of tentorial DAVF that occasionally requires microsurgical intervention. This study aims to analyze the tributaries of the superior petrosal …
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Angioarchitecture Classification and Treatment Modalities of Craniocervical Junction Arteriovenous Fistulas: A Cohort Study of 155 Patients.
[BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES] Craniocervical junction (CCJ) arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) are rare. Variability in clinical manifestations and treatment strategies for CCJ AVFs stems from differences in their angioarchitecture. Our study aims…
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Milk Fat Globule-EGF Factor 8 (MFGE8) Mitigates Cognitive Impairment in Rats with Sepsis-Associated Encephalopathy: An fMRI Study.
[BACKGROUND] Sepsis-associated encephalopathy (SAE) impairs hippocampal microglial efferocytosis, causing cognitive deficits. Previous research found that milk fat globule epidermal growth factor 8 protein (MFGE8) stimulates efferocytosis, …
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Neuronal Membrane-Derived Nanodiscs for Broad-Spectrum Neurotoxin Detoxification.
Neurotoxins pose significant challenges in defense and healthcare due to their disruptive effects on nervous tissues. Their extreme potency and enormous structural diversity have hindered the development of effective antidotes. Motivated by…
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Impact of Gender-Role Attitudes and Mental Health on Hostile Sexism and Acceptance of Cosmetic Surgery.
[BACKGROUND] Each year, tens of thousands of people worldwide choose to undergo cosmetic surgery in order to alter their appearance. In recent years, young people have gradually emerged to comprise the main driving force behind the increasi…
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Skills assessment after a grape-based microsurgical course for ophthalmology residents: randomised controlled trial.
[AIMS] To introduce and assess a course using grapes as training models for ophthalmology residents to acquire basic microsurgical skills. [METHODS] Ophthalmology residents who were novices at microsurgery were included. Participants were …
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Clinical and prognostic features of venous hypertensive myelopathy from craniocervical arteriovenous fistulas: a retrospective cohort study.
[OBJECTIVE] Current knowledge about venous hypertensive myelopathy (VHM) is incomplete. This study was performed with the aim of clarifying the clinical features and outcomes of craniocervical VHM. [METHODS] This retrospective, single-cent…
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Food-borne botulism from homemade sauce leading to cardiac arrest: A family case series with literature review.
Food-borne botulism is a rare but potentially fatal illness. Its management depends on rapid diagnosis and prompt antitoxin administration. However, diagnosing food-borne botulism can be challenging at an early stage. Here, we report a 62-y…
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Comparison Between Modified Lateral Arm Free Flap and Traditional Lateral Arm Free Flap for the Reconstruction of Oral and Maxillofacial Soft Tissue Defects.
[OBJECTIVE] The traditional lateral arm free flap (tLAFF) has the disadvantages of short vascular pedicle, small vascular diameter, and non-perforator flap. We used a new method to prepare modified LAFF (mLAFF) and evaluate its application …
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Arteriovenous fistulas in the craniocervical junction region: With vs. without spinal arterial feeders.
[OBJECTIVE] Arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) in the craniocervical junction (CCJ) region are a rare occurrence with special clinical manifestations. This study retrospectively reviewed patients with CCJ AVFs treated at our neurosurgical center…
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Multi-modal fMRI and TMS follow-up study of motor cortical stroke caused by hyaluronic acid filler: A case report.
[BACKGROUND] Blindness and stroke resulting from hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are not frequently reported complications. Reports on stroke recovery after HA injection are limited. In the current study, the recovery process, task-based funct…
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Endoscopic-assisted microsurgical resection of giant vestibular schwannoma in semi-sitting position.
The main objectives of microsurgery for vestibular schwannoma are total tumor removal and preservation of facial and cochlear nerve function. For giant tumors, total tumor removal and facial nerve function preservation are challenging. The …
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Combination of Botulinum Toxin and minocycline Ameliorates Neuropathic Pain Through Antioxidant Stress and Anti-Inflammation via Promoting SIRT1 Pathway.
Neuropathic pain (NP) is one of the intractable complications of spinal cord injury (SCI), with poor prognosis and seriously affects the quality of life of patients. This study aims to determine the treatment effect and mechanism of multimo…
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Subcutaneous Fat in the Upper Eyelids of Asians: Application to Blepharoplasty.
The Asian eyelid has distinctive anatomical properties. Although the upper eyelid is reported in the literature to have no subcutaneous fat layer, we have often noticed adipose tissue below the upper eyelid skin during ophthalmic plastic su…
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BTX-A Rejuvenation: Regional Botulinum Toxin-A Injection of the Platysma in Patients with Facial Sagging.
[OBJECTIVE] To establish botulinum toxin-A (BTX-A) rejuvenation as an innovative technique to treat facial sagging with descent of the mid and lower face in Asian females. [METHODS] Between March 2016 and March 2017, 512 female patients wi…