2 citations
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December 2019 in “Archives of Craniofacial Surgery” This report describes successful scalp resurfacing using serial tissue expansion with a tissue expander in two patients with large lesions, suggesting this method can effectively treat extensive hairless scalp areas.
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
26 citations
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March 2003 in “Pediatrics” This study reports that a short course of steroids resolved symptoms and hyperplasia in infants and young children with recurrent intussusception associated with intestinal lymphoid hyperplasia, suggesting consideration of steroids before surgery.
12 citations
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April 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This review evaluates neck rejuvenation techniques, including cervical rhytidectomy, and discusses potential surgical complications, without presenting new clinical findings.
January 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the link between poor body positioning during graft dissection and reported injuries in medical hair restoration, but provides no new clinical results.
7 citations
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August 1989 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This article discusses facelift surgery, highlighting its refinement, outpatient use, low complication rates, and ease of mastery for advanced dermatologic surgeons, and reports no new clinical results.
294 citations
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March 2016 in “European journal of cancer” This study found that neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by interval debulking surgery led to better quality of life and lower perioperative morbidity compared to primary debulking surgery in advanced epithelial ovarian cancer patients with high tumor load.
15 citations
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May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article describes a technique for improving the aesthetic results of surgical hair restoration by recycling plug grafts into smaller grafts, which can be combined with other procedures like scalp lifting and reductions.
9 citations
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June 2019 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” This study reviewed the outcomes of a limited incision lateral brow lift technique, reporting that the procedure safely resolved lateral brow hooding with a low revision rate in 150 patients, and observed no permanent nerve injuries.
50 citations
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May 1999 in “Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery” This study concluded that microsurgical reconstruction is a reliable method to achieve stable coverage of large, complex scalp defects, although cancer control rates were poor.
34 citations
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July 1987 in “The Journal of dermatologic surgery and oncology” This article reviews advanced dermabrasion techniques for acne scars and skin lesions, detailing patient selection and procedural steps to enhance therapeutic outcomes and avoid pitfalls, but reports no new findings.
April 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This article from the PRS Global Open and ASPS Education Network does not present any new research findings; it likely serves as an introductory or descriptive overview.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This review discusses the potential of augmented reality to advance vascular and endovascular surgery by improving 3D anatomical understanding and reducing patient risk, but notes that further research is needed to overcome current technological limitations.
October 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” New techniques in hair restoration surgery can lead to better hair alignment.
October 2022 in “Indian journal of anatomy and surgery of head, neck and brain” This study concluded that the inferiorly based nasolabial flap is an effective and reliable option for reconstructing oral cavity defects in patients with oral submucous fibrosis, achieving significant improvements in mouth opening without serious complications.
September 2023 in “Chinese Medical Journal” This study reviews recent advances in robotic systems for plastic and reconstructive surgery, noting benefits like enhanced precision and dexterity, while acknowledging ongoing challenges such as high costs and limited automation compared to other surgical specialties.
2 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study advocates for and discusses the potential benefits of robotic-assisted procedures in cosmetic dermatology, noting increased precision, safety, and efficiency over traditional manual techniques, but acknowledging challenges such as initial costs and technology integration hurdles.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “OALib” This study found that injecting Platelet-Rich Plasma into the anastomotic line during low anterior resection for rectal cancer eliminated anastomotic leakage, reducing its incidence from 13.3% in the control group to 0% in the PRP group.
1 citations
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May 2022 in “PubMed” This study found that both Billroth-I and Billroth-II reconstruction methods have similar effects on the mid- and long-term quality of life for patients after radical distal gastric cancer surgery.
1 citations
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October 2010 in “Journal de Chirurgie Viscérale” Surgery helps remove excess skin after major weight loss, but insurance may not cover it.
27 citations
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May 2019 in “Jo'jig gonghag gwa jaesaeng uihag/Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine” This review discusses strategies and translational advancements in urethral tissue engineering, concluding that a combination of hypoxia-preconditioned mesenchymal stem cells on pre-vascularized synthetic scaffolds may be most effective; it reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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November 2002 in “Neurosurgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews the role of androgens in male pattern hair loss and its emotional impact, but reports no new clinical findings.
September 2024 in “Uro-Technology Journal”
September 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the ongoing debates among hair restoration surgeons on incision methods and presents no new research findings.
December 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This review covers preoperative considerations and surgical techniques for scalp reduction in hair restoration, noting its potential to provide natural, dense coverage for large vertex defects unachievable by traditional grafting.
This abstract discusses the mechanism and effects of ablative carbon dioxide laser treatment for skin tightening, reporting no new clinical results but noting the need for involved postoperative management.
June 2021 in “Current Research in Diabetes & Obesity Journal” This study discusses experiences with managing postoperative complications after bariatric surgery, such as psychological disorders, hair loss, nutritional deficiencies, and other issues, highlighting the need for effective interventions to prevent comorbidities while acknowledging the procedure's generally low complication rates.
198 citations
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September 2007 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Radiofrequency devices effectively tighten skin without surgery.
June 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This article reviews a guideline provided to MtF patients for effective post-surgical vaginal dilatation, emphasizing preoperative education and a structured dilatation routine to aid recovery.
7 citations
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April 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This review covers complications of neck lift surgery, their causes, ways to reduce them, and management strategies, without offering new clinical findings.