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A Non Surgical rhinoplasty technique from Brazil
Nonsurgical Elementary Rhinoplasty: A Volumetric Standardized Hyaluronic Acid Filling Technique in Five Steps The Rise of Nonsurgical Nose Contouring: Exploring the Five-Step NOSER Hyaluronic Acid Filler Technique In the rapidly evolving field of aesthetic medicine, nonsurgical rhinoplasty has emerged as one of the most sought-after procedures. For patients hesitant about the risks, downtime, or cost…
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Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with HA fillers
Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty: A Breakthrough with the Rino-4-Puntos Technique Introduction Nonsurgical rhinoplasty (NSR) using hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers has become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional surgical rhinoplasty. The technique offers immediate aesthetic improvements with minimal downtime, making it an attractive option for patients seeking nasal refinement. However, standardization remains a challenge. A recent retrospective study…
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Mastectomy defect reconstruction with key stone flap
Patient-Centric Advances in Chest Wall Reconstruction: The “Double-Handled Saucepan” Keystone Flap Technique for Mastectomy Defects Key Points Highlighted: Mastectomy procedures, particularly in advanced breast cancer, often leave extensive chest wall defects that present unique reconstructive challenges. In the December 2024 issue of the Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery, Harsono et al. presented a surgical innovation—the…
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Combined therapy for Keloids
Key Points Highlighted Title: “Combination Therapy for Keloid Scars in Ears: Reducing Recurrence with 5-FU, TCA, and Compression” Keloid scars remain a persistent therapeutic challenge due to their high recurrence rate and complex pathophysiology. The article titled “Combination Therapy of 5-Fluorouracil and Triamcinolone Acetonide with Compression Therapy after Surgical Excision in the Management of Keloids…
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Failed Silicon Injections and a permanent damage to the face: Botched! snippets
Failed Silicon Injections and a permanent damage to the face: Botched! snippets In a recent episode of Botched, titled “Gina’s Botched Injections Left A GIANT Hole In Her Face,” viewers are introduced to Gina, a woman who suffered severe facial damage due to unregulated cosmetic procedures. Gina’s pursuit of aesthetic enhancement led her to receive…
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Minimally Invasive Bilateral Autologous Breast Reconstruction by Double SCIP-SB Flap: A Breakthrough in Patient-Centered Surgical Innovation
Minimally Invasive Bilateral Autologous Breast Reconstruction by Double SCIP-SB Flap: A Breakthrough in Patient-Centered Surgical Innovation In the ever-evolving landscape of autologous breast reconstruction, the pursuit of techniques that maximize functional and esthetic outcomes while minimizing patient morbidity has become a central tenet. A recent case report published in Microsurgery (2025) by Martini et al.…
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Two-Stage Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction Without Tissue Expanders: A Safer, Cost-Effective Approach for High-Risk Patients
Two-Stage Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction Without Tissue Expanders: A Safer, Cost-Effective Approach for High-Risk Patients Introduction Breast reconstruction following mastectomy has evolved significantly over the years. The most widely used method is two-stage implant-based reconstruction, which involves the placement of a tissue expander (TE) first, followed by a final implant. While this traditional approach has proven…
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Risk Assessment for Early Complications in Tissue Expansion Surgery: Insights from a 9-Year Retrospective Study
Risk Assessment for Early Complications in Tissue Expansion Surgery: Insights from a 9-Year Retrospective Study Tissue expansion is a pivotal reconstructive strategy in plastic surgery, offering the advantage of using local tissue with similar characteristics to the defect area. While it’s particularly effective for conditions like congenital melanocytic nevi, burn scars, and aplasia cutis congenita,…
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Immediate Versus Delayed Skin Grafting of Free Muscle Flaps for Limb Salvage: Does Timing Matter?
Immediate Versus Delayed Skin Grafting of Free Muscle Flaps for Limb Salvage: Does Timing Matter? In the domain of microsurgical reconstruction, particularly for complex lower extremity (LE) wounds, the decision of when to perform skin grafting over a free muscle flap (MFF) remains critical. A recently published study in Microsurgery (2025) by Karen R. Li…
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Free Flap Reconstruction of Abdominal Wall Defects: A Patient-Centric Review of Microsurgical Excellence
Free Flap Reconstruction of Abdominal Wall Defects: A Patient-Centric Review of Microsurgical Excellence The field of abdominal wall reconstruction has undergone a paradigm shift with the advent of microsurgical free flap techniques. As conventional reconstructive strategies often fall short when faced with extensive, full-thickness abdominal wall defects, the systematic review by Kim et al. (2025)…