Yoon ES

[BACKGROUND] In breast surgeries, a lactiferous duct leading to lactic glands of breast parenchyma allows direct contamination by normal bacterial flora of the nipple-areola complex. Complete blockage of nipple flora from the intraoperative…

[BACKGROUND] Capsular contracture is one of the most common and severe complications after implant-based breast reconstruction. Recently, prepectoral implant-based breast reconstruction using acellular dermal matrix (ADM) has become an alte…

[BACKGROUND] Acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) play an essential role in prepectoral implant-based breast reconstructions; however, the most appropriate method for ADMs is unknown. [METHODS] We conducted a retrospective analysis of our inst…

[RATIONALE] The RoboticScope (BHS Technologies GmbH, Innsbruck, Austria) is a robotic exoscope, which consists of a robotic arm that holds a 3-dimensional camera. It has an advantage that a surgeon can perform an operation comfortably with …

The impact of deep inferior epigastric artery perforator (DIEP) flap on abdominal wall integrity has been the topic of an ongoing debate with previous studies having reported conflicting results using various imaging modalities. Ultrasonogr…

[BACKGROUND] Currently, a variety of treatment modalities are implemented for breast reconstruction. However, clinical prognosis regarding sensory regeneration of the breast and patient-reported satisfaction remains underexamined. In this s…

Complex oromandibular defects are usually too extensive or complex to be reconstructed with a single free flap. In this situation, dual free flaps can provide an adequate amount of tissues and a three-dimensional structure for large composi…

Currently, robot-assisted latissimus dorsi muscle flap (RLDF) surgery is used in treating patients with Poland syndrome and for breast reconstruction. However, conventional RLDF surgery has several inherent issues. We resolved the existing …

Although an anatomical implant is no longer recommended in practice, frequent use of the implants in the past decade left apprehension to surgeons, and malrotation is one of the concerns. However, a limited amount of literature has focused …

[PURPOSE] The implant-enhanced latissimus dorsi (LD) flap, or a hybrid LD flap, is widely used in certain indications, even though abdominal-based flaps are now considered the gold standard of autologous breast reconstruction. However, few …

[BACKGROUND] Free abdominal tissue transfer is considered the gold standard for autologous breast reconstruction. However, many plastic surgeons are concerned about the theoretical risk of flap-related or donor-site complications associated…

[PURPOSE] Women with large and/or ptotic breasts are generally not considered candidates for nipple-sparing mastectomy because of concerns regarding the high incidence of postoperative complications including ischemic complications. Therefo…

[BACKGROUND] The umbilicus is a key aesthetic unit of the abdominal wall. It contributes to the natural curvature of the abdomen and is now considered as one of the most important factors in the overall results and patient satisfaction. In …

[BACKGROUND] Capsular contracture is a common complication of two-stage expander/implant breast reconstruction. To minimize the risk of this complication, capsulectomy is performed using monopolar cautery or ultrasonic surgical instrumentat…

In end-to-side vessel-anastomoses, a side fenestration should be made by a slit incision or partial excision of the vessel wall. However, a slit incision might restrict blood flow across the anastomosis, and a partial vessel wall excision u…

[BACKGROUND] The advance in microsurgical technique has facilitated a proper approach for reconstruction of extensive head and neck defects. For the success of free tissue reconstruction, selection of the recipient vessel is one of the most…

[BACKGROUND] Aquafilling filler is used for breast and buttock augmentation, which are the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures. However, complications after using Aquafilling filler for breast augmentation have been reported…

[BACKGROUND] Botulinum toxin has been recently known for its vasodilatory effect. The main purpose of our study was to demonstrate the anti-vasospastic effect of botulinum toxin B in animal models. [METHOD] In this prospective experimental…

[BACKGROUND] Hyperpigmentation following ultraviolet irradiation has cosmetic concerns. Botulinum toxin type A can favorably affect skin pigmentation. However, the mechanism of skin pigmentation is unclear. [METHODS] In vitro, human epider…

[BACKGROUND] Multiple approaches for nipple reconstruction exist, and none is considered superior to all others. The star flap is one of the most popular methods for nipple reconstruction, but gradual height loss is a major concern. We pres…

[BACKGROUND] Despite the increasing popularity of prosthetic breast reconstruction, scant data exist on the microbiological profile of drainage fluid from closed-suction drains and the relationship thereof to surgical-site infections (SSIs)…

[BACKGROUND] Patients with ectropion experience devastating symptoms. Therefore, the prevention and management of this condition are of utmost importance. To treat ectropion, it is important to perform medial and lateral canthopexy in an ef…

[INTRODUCTION] One of the most serious complications of breast reconstruction and augmentation using silicone implants is capsular contracture. Several preventive treatments, including vitamin E, steroids, antibiotics, and cysteinyl leukotr…

[BACKGROUND] Facial rejuvenation can be achieved using a variety of techniques. Since minimally invasive procedures for face lifting have become popular because of their convenience and short operating time, numerous minimally invasive surg…

Most women with asymmetric pectus excavatum suffer from hypoplastic breasts. Hence, aesthetic correction of pectus excavatum has to address thoracic wall deformity, breast hypoplasia, and asymmetry.In retrospective series, 21 patients with …

[BACKGROUND] Asians characteristically have flat or broad and round facial features. These characteristics are primarily attributable to enlarged and widened jawbones, impressive muscles associated with mastication, and a zygomatic arch inv…

For the elimination of facial wrinkles and skin contour defects, injectable filler substances composed of commercially prepared nonanimal stabilized hyaluronic acid (Restylane) are now widely used. Although this method of suspension has bee…