색소침착 Pigmentation

[BACKGROUND] Supra-brow and sub-brow blepharoplasty are two types of upper eyelid blepharoplasties that are commonly performed in middle-aged Asian women to correct skin laxity of the upper eyelid; the postoperative scar formation of the tw…

[BACKGROUND] The aged face results from a culmination of skin changes, gravitational descent, and volume loss. Surgical interventions in the periorbital region are beneficial for addressing these 3 factors. Despite this, studies describing …

In 1922, Max Thorek described the method of breast reduction with the transfer of the nipple-areola complex as free grafts. Initially, this method met with quite a lot of criticism. Therefore, the search for solutions guaranteeing better ae…

The study aimed at comparing outcomes between split-thickness skin graft (STSG) and local ipsilateral full-thickness skin graft (FTSG) after radial forearm free flap defect closure. A comprehensive study protocol for objective and subjectiv…

[BACKGROUND] Botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) has been used experimentally under various dermatological conditions. Recent studies have revealed a preventive effect of BTX-A against ultraviolet B (UVB)-induced skin hyperpigmentation. [OBJECT…

Periorbital hyperpigmentation (POH) is a common aesthetic concern that impacts patients' emotional well-being and quality of life. POH can be difficult to manage as the etiology is often multifactorial or difficult to elucidate. An understa…

[OBJECTIVE] To investigate the effectiveness of the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap for extreme defects around the knee. [METHODS] Between June 2017 and December 2018, 15 patients with the extreme defects around the knee we…

[BACKGROUND] Chronic radiative chest wall ulcers are common in patients undergoing radiation therapy. If not treated early, then symptoms such as erosion, bleeding and infection will appear on the skin. In severe cases, ulcers invade the ri…

Botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) is a promising alternative for patients suffering from chronic joint pain. The aim of this study was to investigate whether a single injection of BoNT-A would produce adverse effects on clinical parameters an…

Background The treatment for microcystic lymphatic malformation (LM) remains challenging. We describe the liposuction-like sclerotherapy technique, a new treatment for extensive microcystic LM. Methods LM data was retrospectively reviewed. …

Botulinum neurotoxin type A1 (BoNT-A) reduces the peripheral peptide and cytokine upregulation in rats with antigen-evoked persistent immunogenic hypersensitivity (PIH) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Herein, we examined the effects o…

[OBJECTIVE] This paper aims to investigate the feasibility and clinical effectiveness of digital technology in the clinical application of free superficial circumflex iliac artery flap (SCIP) for repairing soft-tissue defects in the lower e…

[INTRODUCTION] Localized scleroderma, also known as Morphea, is a chronic inflammatory condition of connective tissue, the etiology of which is unknown. There is skin thickening with increased quantities of collagen in the indurative lesion…

[INTRODUCTION] An unsightly scar following cleft repair can undo the good work of even an experienced surgeon. A functioning orbicularis oris muscle beneath the lip scar maintains a zone of dynamic tension resulting in a stretched scar. Bot…

Beauty is an eternal pursuit of all people. Wound repair, anti-aging, inhibiting hyperpigmentation and hair loss are the main demands for medical aesthetics. At present, the repair and remodeling of human body shape and function in medical …

[BACKGROUND] Helium plasma dermal resurfacing (HPDR) is an emerging off-label use for an existing FDA-approved device. [OBJECTIVES] Retrospective evaluation of patient satisfaction and adverse events (AEs) following facial skin resurfacing…

[BACKGROUND] Lipoplasty has undergone a series of refinements since its inception. It is now possible to apply superficial suction to enhance the outline of a muscle in order to improve the results of aesthetic lipoplasty. [OBJECTIVES] The…

The Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative (CMAC) is a nonprofit organization established to promote best patient outcomes through educating clinicians in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of complications that can arise …

[INTRODUCTION] Adverse effects from dermal fillers are uncommon. We report a case of filler-induced xanthelasma at the bilateral infraorbital region in a 43-year-old woman after multiple injections of hyaluronic acid to correct tear trough …

[BACKGROUND] This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) in the treatment of acne. [METHODS] The study was conducted in 2018 on 12 patients, 10 females and two males, aged 35 years on average. The inject…