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GlossaryReconstructive Surgery

surgical procedure to restore form and function to damaged body parts

Reconstructive surgery is a type of surgical procedure aimed at restoring the form and function of body parts that have been damaged by trauma, disease, congenital defects, or medical treatments like cancer surgery. Unlike cosmetic surgery, which is primarily focused on enhancing appearance, reconstructive surgery often addresses medical needs and can significantly improve a patient's quality of life by repairing physical abnormalities and restoring normal function.

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research Tissue Expansion Techniques in Reconstructive Surgery: A 10-Year Bibliometric Analysis

2 citations , March 2023 in “Annals of Translational Medicine”

The analysis shows the U.S. leads in tissue expansion research, mainly for breast reconstruction, with a slightly higher complication rate when using acellular dermal matrix.

research Reconstructive Surgery of the Scalp: Indications and Techniques

2 citations , November 2020 in “Chirurgia”

Scalp reconstruction is complex and aims to restore function and appearance after damage.

Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery: Do Our Undergraduate Medical Students Have Adequate Awareness About It? Can We Improve Their Exposure, Knowledge, And Interest?

research Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery: Do Our Undergraduate Medical Students Have Adequate Awareness About It? Can We Improve Their Exposure, Knowledge, And Interest?

1 citations , February 2020 in “International Surgery Journal”

Medical students lack awareness of plastic surgery's full scope, and more education is needed.

research An Algorithmic Approach to Scalp Reconstructive Surgery: Maximization of Cosmetic and Functional Outcomes

April 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

The approach improves scalp surgery results by tailoring techniques to defect size and location.

research FUE as First Intention for Hair Reconstructive Surgery on Skin Grafts

January 2019 in “Hair transplant forum international”

FUE is recommended as the initial choice for hair transplant on skin grafts.

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community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

in Research/Science 108 upvotes 4 years ago

Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

community A Different Take on Curing MBP

16 upvotes 6 years ago

Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

community Why Is Only Tressless Talking About Verteporfin? Healing Wounds With Zero Scarring Has Gargantuan Implications For All of Medicine. So What Gives?

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 2 years ago

The potential of verteporfin to heal wounds without scarring; however, despite its promising preclinical trials and coverage from a major media outlet, there is still no official clinical trial result and the drug has only garnered attention from hair loss communities.

community My 1800 Grafts hairline & temple point enhancement in patna

in Progress Pictures 26 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant in Patna, using 1800 grafts to enhance their hairline and temple points. The procedure cost around Rs 85K, and the user is pleased with the natural-looking results.

community Scheduled a transplant… but my hair made a comeback and now I’m confused (18 months progress)

in Progress Pictures 3509 upvotes 8 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, leading to doubts about proceeding with a planned hair transplant. Many suggest postponing the transplant to save grafts for future needs, as the current results are impressive.

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