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[BACKGROUND] This study represents the largest single-center cohort to date evaluating the early- and mid-term safety and effectiveness of a staged reconstructive strategy using 3D-printed microporous titanium prostheses, applied either alo…

[BACKGROUND] Contemporary lip augmentation has evolved from simple volumization techniques to more intricate contour-specific enhancements. Among these advancements, the Modified Cupid's bow lips, characterized by their distinctive Cupid's …

[BACKGROUND] Botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) is widely used for forehead rejuvenation, but risks complications like brow ptosis with conventional pan-frontalis injections. Recent study highlights the frontalis muscle's bidirectional movement, d…

[BACKGROUND] One of the most prevalent non-motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease (PD) is sialorrhea. In addition to aggravating pre-existing swallowing and speech issues, sialorrhea frequently causes perioral dermatitis, choking…

Diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is an uncommon subtype within the androgenetic alopecia spectrum and is characterized by progressive diffuse thinning that may involve the entire scalp, including the occipital region, which is often pres…

[BACKGROUND] Capsular contracture remains a prevalent complication following breast implant augmentation. Despite growing interest in pharmacological prevention, optimal drug selection and administration timing remain unclear. [OBJECTIVES]…

[BACKGROUND] Numerous microsurgical approaches are available for treating middle cerebral artery (MCA) mirror aneurysms. However, a definitive conclusion regarding which approach yields the best outcome has yet to be reached. [METHODS] Thi…

[OBJECTIVE] To evaluate the surgical outcomes of microsurgical treatment and transarterial endovascular embolization for dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs). [METHODS] A retrospective analysis was conducted on 47 patients diagnosed with h…

To introduce a new design of super-micro flap for endoscopic ear surgery, and to evaluate the application effect of super-micro flap in endoscopic tympanoplasty. Between January, 2023 and March, 2024, 58 patients（64 ears） with tympanosclero…

[OBJECTIVE] Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a rare but significantly impactful neuromuscular disorder that affects patients' quality of life, yet research on healthcare providers' readiness to manage this condition remains limited. This study aim…

[PURPOSE] This study aimed to ascertain the causal association between Ras-related C3 botulinum toxin substrate 1 (RAC1) and the incidence and progression of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) through Mendelian randomization analysis. [METHODS]…

[CONTEXT] Spastic cerebral palsy (SCP) presents daily challenges because of spasms, impacting motor function. Although multiple nonsurgical therapies exist, their comparative efficacy remains uncertain. [OBJECTIVE] To compare the effective…

[AIMS] Botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) is widely used for its efficacy in treating a variety of neuromuscular disorders. However, data on its safety and adverse events (AEs) in real-world settings remain limited. The Food and Drug Administr…

[OBJECTIVE] To review recent advances in the application of hair transplantation in wound healing and scar repair in special areas. [METHODS] An extensive review of the literature on the application of hair transplantation in wound healing…

This case report describes a pioneering approach to address severe alopecia following free flap reconstruction for malignant scalp tumor resection. A 41-year-old female with recurrent malignant fibrous histiocytoma underwent extensive scalp…

[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…

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…

Various techniques have been described for reconstructing the skin of the penile shaft; however, no universally accepted standard exists for correcting buried penis in adults. We aimed to describe a new technique for correcting an adult-acq…

[INTRODUCTION] Recent advancements in non-surgical cosmetic technologies have increased their popularity for facial rejuvenation, particularly non-surgical rhinoplasty in the Asian region. However, variability in injection techniques, unkno…

[OBJECTIVE] Botulinum toxin A has been shown to be effective in managing depression. This study aimed to evaluate the antidepressant and antianxiety effects of two different doses of botulinum toxin A in patients with mild to moderate depre…

[BACKGROUND] Because of its unique advantages, frontal expansion has become a common tool for Asian nasal reconstruction, but it has the limitations of prolonging the duration and pain in the expansion area. Based on the fact that the dener…

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system (CNS) characterized by demyelination. Current treatment options for MS focus on immunosuppression, but their efficacy can be limited. Recent studies sug…

[BACKGROUND] Thread-lifting (TL) is a minimally-invasive technique for facial rejuvenation, whereas liposuction is commonly used for facial contouring. This retrospective cohort study aims to introduce and evaluate a novel technique that co…

Type IV collagen is a major component of the extracellular matrix in adipose tissue. It is secreted during the lipogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells, but its direct impact and mechanism on the differentiation of adipose-derive…

[BACKGROUND] Acquired symmastia is a rare complication after breast augmentation that is difficult to fix. [METHODS] The medical records of 18 female patients with symmastia treated by our team were reviewed. Data collected included preope…

[BACKGROUND] Blepharoplasty is a common surgical technique performed in individuals seeking aesthetic enhancement. Thus, it is essential to investigate the factors influencing postoperative satisfaction from the patient's perspective. In th…

[INTRODUCTION] Rhinoplasty for caudal septal cartilage defects is a challenge due to the difficulty of fixation of the grafts. [OBJECTIVES] This study presents an approach for correcting defects in caudal septal cartilage with the costal c…

The use of autologous costal cartilage in augmentation rhinoplasty is well-established. However, scenarios where costal cartilage is insufficient or patients are unwilling to undergo additional cartilage harvesting present a challenge. This…

[BACKGROUND] The purpose of this study was to analysis the nostril symmetry and nasal stability following secondary rhinoplasty performed with either nasal septal cartilage implantation (G1) or simple alar cartilage suspension and internal …

[BACKGROUND]  Commercially available near infrared spectroscopy devices for continuous free flap tissue oxygenation (StO) monitoring can only be used on flaps with a cutaneous component. Additionally, differences in skin quality and pigment…