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Reconstruction of oncologic upper extremity defects with fibula free flaps has high union rates and excellent functional outcomes.
[BACKGROUND] Limb salvage has better functional outcomes than amputation in the upper extremity. This can however be challenging after bony tumor resections. [METHODS] This is a retrospective case series of patients who underwent humerus, …
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The Standardized Inclusive Numeric Academic Index: An Index to Measure Academic Productivity in Plastic Surgery.
[PURPOSE] Academic productivity is a poorly defined metric that is commonly used to determine faculty career advancement. While various indices incorporate scholarly activity, no specific index assimilates the perceived importance of a vari…
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Plastic Surgery Training and the Problematic Resident: A Survey of Plastic Surgery Program Directors.
[INTRODUCTION] Plastic surgery resident education is a significant commitment by both programs and residents. Unfortunately, problematic resident behavior may occur and be difficult to manage. This study was designed to survey plastic surge…
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Pedicle De-epithelialization in Reduction Mammoplasty: A Systematic Review of the Literature.
[BACKGROUND] Reduction mammoplasty is among the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures. The reduction pedicle is traditionally de-epithelialized. Many practitioners propose that preservation of the subdermal blood supply results…
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Incidence and risk factors for venous thromboembolism in bilateral breast reduction surgery: An analysis of the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program.
[BACKGROUND] The risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients undergoing bilateral breast reduction surgery remains unknown. This study aimed to determine VTE incidence and risk factors in this patient cohort. [METHODS] American Colleg…
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Significance of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations to Plastic Surgery Residency Training.
[INTRODUCTION] Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) have proven to be a powerful tool. They possess more than a 30-year track record in assessing the competency of medical students, residents, and fellows. Objective structured…
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The Relationship of Bacterial Biofilms and Capsular Contracture in Breast Implants.
Capsular contracture is a common sequelae of implant-based breast augmentation. Despite its prevalence, the etiology of capsular contracture remains controversial. Numerous studies have identified microbial biofilms on various implantable m…