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Original Research
Design of Buccinator Flaps for Oronasal Fistula Repair: A Technical Review and Case Series
01/30/2026
Buccinator-based regional flaps (BMMF, FAMM) provide vascularized options for cleft-related oronasal fistula repair when palatal tissue is limited, emphasizing anatomy, design, and flap selection.
Buccinator-based regional flaps (BMMF, FAMM) provide vascularized options for cleft-related oronasal fistula repair when palatal tissue is limited, emphasizing anatomy, design, and flap selection.
Buccinator-based regional flaps...
01/30/2026
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Case Q&A
Single-Stage Breast Reconstruction With Immediate Free Nipple Grafting in Goldilocks Mastectomy Using Composite Nipple Graft and “Donut” Areolar Full-Thickness Skin Graft Shared From Noncancerous Breast
11/13/2025
Colton H. Connor, BS; Shriya Dodwani, BA; Quinton L. Carr, BA; Claire Fell, BS; Sierra Shockley, MS; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Wilson Huett, MD; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
BRCA1 patient undergoes single-stage Goldilocks mastectomy with free nipple grafting—contrasting autologous options, oncologic safety, and workflow advantages for adjuvant therapy.
BRCA1 patient undergoes single-stage Goldilocks mastectomy with free nipple grafting—contrasting autologous options, oncologic safety, and workflow advantages for adjuvant therapy.
BRCA1 patient undergoes...
11/13/2025
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Letters to the Editor
Correspondence on “Performance of ChatGPT on the Plastic Surgery In-Training Examination”
11/13/2025
Hinpetch Daungsupawong, PhD; Viroj Wiwanitkit, MD
Letter critiques PSITE ChatGPT assessment: image exclusion, reliance on GPT-3.5, category imbalance; urges topic-level analysis, resident comparisons, and richer vignette testing.
Letter critiques PSITE ChatGPT assessment: image exclusion, reliance on GPT-3.5, category imbalance; urges topic-level analysis, resident comparisons, and richer vignette testing.
Letter critiques PSITE ChatGPT...
11/13/2025
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Original Research
Comparison of Multimodal Analgesia and Narcotic Regimen for Postoperative Pain Control of Plastic Surgery Breast Procedures
11/06/2025
Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Bilal Koussayer, BS; Kristina Buller, DO; Meredith G. Moore, MD; Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Jenna Stoehr, MD; Riley Schlub, MD; Michael Doarn, MD; Jared Troy, MD
Cohort study evaluates noninferiority of multimodal analgesia versus opioid regimens for pain following breast reduction mammoplasty and tissue expander placement following mastectomy.
Cohort study evaluates noninferiority of multimodal analgesia versus opioid regimens for pain following breast reduction mammoplasty and tissue expander placement following mastectomy.
Cohort study evaluates...
11/06/2025
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Case Report
A Rare Case of Cutaneous Metastasis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma to the Chin: Case Report and Review of Surgical Management
11/06/2025
Jonathan Ruiz, MD; Jacqueline Ross, MD; Kinsey Rice, MD; Kristen Whalen, MD; Nicole K. Le, MD, MPH; Lisa Kettlestrings, PA-C; Wyatt G. Payne, MD
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis from hepatocellular carcinoma: case presentation detailing excisional planning, staged reconstruction strategy, and literature context for surgeons.
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis from hepatocellular carcinoma: case presentation detailing excisional planning, staged reconstruction strategy, and literature context for surgeons.
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis...
11/06/2025
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Original Research
An Analysis of Risk Factors for Complication Following Upper Extremity Amputation
11/06/2025
Dhruv Mendiratta, BS; Connor Fletcher, BS; Isabel Herzog, BA; Ashok Para, MD; Tej Joshi, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort study assessing preoperative risk factors and amputation level effects on 30-day complications after upper extremity amputation.
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort study assessing preoperative risk factors and amputation level effects on 30-day complications after upper extremity amputation.
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort...
11/06/2025
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Case Q&A
A Suitable Indication for Crescent Mastopexy: Achieving Optimal Nipple Position in Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies
10/29/2025
Ryan A. Cantrell, BS; Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Claire Fell, BS; Shriya D. Dodwani, BA; Colton H. Connor, BS; Quinton L. Carr, BA; Camille Gorena, BS; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Case-based review of nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) candidacy, reconstruction pathways, and precise crescent mastopexy techniques to correct NAC asymmetry and optimize oncologic-aesthetic outcomes.
Case-based review of nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) candidacy, reconstruction pathways, and precise crescent mastopexy techniques to correct NAC asymmetry and optimize oncologic-aesthetic outcomes.
Case-based review of...
10/29/2025
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Review
Alligator Assault: A Systematic Literature Review and Case Series at a Florida Level 1 Trauma Center
10/27/2025
Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Bilal Koussayer, BS; Kristina Buller, DO; Meredith G. Moore, MD; Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Jenna Stoehr, MD; Riley Schlub, MD; Michael Doarn, MD; Jared Troy, MD
Three severe alligator-bite cases from Florida underpin a PRISMA-guided review addressing early debridement, antibiotic prophylaxis, staged reconstruction, and interdisciplinary management.
Three severe alligator-bite cases from Florida underpin a PRISMA-guided review addressing early debridement, antibiotic prophylaxis, staged reconstruction, and interdisciplinary management.
Three severe alligator-bite...
10/27/2025
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Case Q&A
Batwing Mammoplasty Modification as a Treatment for Hurley Stage III Breast Hidradenitis Suppurativa
10/20/2025
Tatjana Mortell, BS; Jared Rosbrugh, MS; William Aukerman, MD; Kevin Kresofsky, MD; Chris Babycos, MD; Abigail Chaffin, MD, FACS, CWSP, MAPWCA
Modified batwing mammoplasty for severe breast hidradenitis in macromastia achieves wide excision with preserved upper-pole aesthetics and low morbidity.
Modified batwing mammoplasty for severe breast hidradenitis in macromastia achieves wide excision with preserved upper-pole aesthetics and low morbidity.
Modified batwing mammoplasty for...
10/20/2025
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Original Research
Soft Tissue Reconstruction With Synthetic Electrospun Fiber Matrix Following Musculoskeletal Injury: A Retrospective Case Series
10/09/2025
Christopher Cosgrove, MD
Evaluates single-application synthetic electrospun fiber matrix with negative pressure therapy for post-traumatic musculoskeletal soft-tissue defects requiring staged operative wound coverage.
Evaluates single-application synthetic electrospun fiber matrix with negative pressure therapy for post-traumatic musculoskeletal soft-tissue defects requiring staged operative wound coverage.
Evaluates single-application...
10/09/2025
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Case Q&A
Wolverine Hand: Intramedullary Threaded Nail Fixation of Four Metacarpal Fractures
10/01/2025
Dieter Brummund, MD; Angela Chang, MD; Tarik Husain, MD
Comprehensive Case Q&A explores metacarpal fracture incidence, evaluation, nonoperative care, ORIF indications, intramedullary fixation outcomes, threaded nail advantages, technical pearls.
Comprehensive Case Q&A explores metacarpal fracture incidence, evaluation, nonoperative care, ORIF indications, intramedullary fixation outcomes, threaded nail advantages, technical pearls.
Comprehensive Case Q&A explores...
10/01/2025
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Original Research

Original Research
Design of Buccinator Flaps for Oronasal Fistula Repair: A Technical Review and Case Series
01/30/2026
Buccinator-based regional flaps (BMMF, FAMM) provide vascularized options for cleft-related oronasal fistula repair when palatal tissue is limited, emphasizing anatomy, design, and flap selection.
Buccinator-based regional flaps (BMMF, FAMM) provide vascularized options for cleft-related oronasal fistula repair when palatal tissue is limited, emphasizing anatomy, design, and flap selection.
Buccinator-based regional flaps...
01/30/2026
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Original Research
Comparison of Multimodal Analgesia and Narcotic Regimen for Postoperative Pain Control of Plastic Surgery Breast Procedures
11/06/2025
Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Bilal Koussayer, BS; Kristina Buller, DO; Meredith G. Moore, MD; Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Jenna Stoehr, MD; Riley Schlub, MD; Michael Doarn, MD; Jared Troy, MD
Cohort study evaluates noninferiority of multimodal analgesia versus opioid regimens for pain following breast reduction mammoplasty and tissue expander placement following mastectomy.
Cohort study evaluates noninferiority of multimodal analgesia versus opioid regimens for pain following breast reduction mammoplasty and tissue expander placement following mastectomy.
Cohort study evaluates...
11/06/2025
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Original Research
An Analysis of Risk Factors for Complication Following Upper Extremity Amputation
11/06/2025
Dhruv Mendiratta, BS; Connor Fletcher, BS; Isabel Herzog, BA; Ashok Para, MD; Tej Joshi, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort study assessing preoperative risk factors and amputation level effects on 30-day complications after upper extremity amputation.
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort study assessing preoperative risk factors and amputation level effects on 30-day complications after upper extremity amputation.
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort...
11/06/2025
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Original Research
Soft Tissue Reconstruction With Synthetic Electrospun Fiber Matrix Following Musculoskeletal Injury: A Retrospective Case Series
10/09/2025
Christopher Cosgrove, MD
Evaluates single-application synthetic electrospun fiber matrix with negative pressure therapy for post-traumatic musculoskeletal soft-tissue defects requiring staged operative wound coverage.
Evaluates single-application synthetic electrospun fiber matrix with negative pressure therapy for post-traumatic musculoskeletal soft-tissue defects requiring staged operative wound coverage.
Evaluates single-application...
10/09/2025
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Original Research
Congenital Upper Extremity Anomalies Misdiagnosed as Ulnar Longitudinal Deficiency
10/01/2025
N. K. Sferopoulos, MD, PhD
Misdiagnosed ulnar longitudinal deficiency complicates pediatric assessment; 35-year review outlines differential diagnoses, radiographic hallmarks, and 7 instructive cases guiding evaluation.
Misdiagnosed ulnar longitudinal deficiency complicates pediatric assessment; 35-year review outlines differential diagnoses, radiographic hallmarks, and 7 instructive cases guiding evaluation.
Misdiagnosed ulnar longitudinal...
10/01/2025
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Original Research
Replacing Bacitracin With Vancomycin in Adams Triple Antibiotic Solution for Irrigation in Breast Implant Reconstruction: A Retrospective Review of 277 Reconstructions
09/25/2025
Quinton L. Carr, BA; Colton H. Connor, BS; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Shriya Dodwani, BA; Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Marcus Bennett, BA; Samuel L. Corey, MD; Dexter W. Weeks, MD; Anthony Azzolini, MD; Carter Prewitt, MD; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Retrospective single-center study evaluates vancomycin-based triple antibiotic irrigation during tissue expander breast reconstruction, assessing postoperative infection patterns and safety profiles.
Retrospective single-center study evaluates vancomycin-based triple antibiotic irrigation during tissue expander breast reconstruction, assessing postoperative infection patterns and safety profiles.
Retrospective single-center...
09/25/2025
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Original Research
Comparison of Surgical Complications in Staged Versus Combined Hysterectomy Approach in Masculinizing Bottom Surgery: A National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Analysis
09/15/2025
Oluwaseun D. Adebagbo, MD; Micaela J. Tobin, BA; John B. Park, MD, PharmD; Benjamin Rahmani, MD, MS; Sasha Nickman, BA; Macie Gettings, BS; Supraja Rajagopalan, MD; Marissa A. Kent, MD; Ryan P. Cauley, MD, MPH
Analysis of national surgical data explores perioperative outcomes of masculinizing genital surgery performed with or without concurrent hysterectomy procedures.
Analysis of national surgical data explores perioperative outcomes of masculinizing genital surgery performed with or without concurrent hysterectomy procedures.
Analysis of national surgical...
09/15/2025
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Original Research
Opioid Prescription Patterns in Hand Surgery: A Medicare Part D Analysis
07/18/2025
Sabrina M. Wang, MD, MPH; Steven L. Zeng, BA; Victoria Wu, BA; Emmanuel O. Emovon, III, BS; J. Andres Hernandez, MD, MBA; William M. Tian, BS; Cynthia Feltner, MD, MPH; Suhail K. Mithani, MD
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional...
07/18/2025
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Original Research
Technique to Reduce Wound Size: The Double-Opposing Purse-String and Horizontal Continuous Closure Algorithm
07/17/2025
Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Lexina R. Patel, BS; Kartik Garg, MD; Quinton L. Carr, BA; Mitchell Peake, MD; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and...
07/17/2025
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Original Research
Fluorescein Dye-Assisted Tangential Excision and Skin Grafting in Hand Burns: Achieving Optimal Cosmetic and Functional Outcomes
07/17/2025
Dylan Singh, MD; Justin H. Wong, BS; Alana A. Parsa, MD; Fereydoun D. Parsa, MD, FACS
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential...
07/17/2025
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Reviews

Review
Alligator Assault: A Systematic Literature Review and Case Series at a Florida Level 1 Trauma Center
10/27/2025
Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Bilal Koussayer, BS; Kristina Buller, DO; Meredith G. Moore, MD; Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Jenna Stoehr, MD; Riley Schlub, MD; Michael Doarn, MD; Jared Troy, MD
Three severe alligator-bite cases from Florida underpin a PRISMA-guided review addressing early debridement, antibiotic prophylaxis, staged reconstruction, and interdisciplinary management.
Three severe alligator-bite cases from Florida underpin a PRISMA-guided review addressing early debridement, antibiotic prophylaxis, staged reconstruction, and interdisciplinary management.
Three severe alligator-bite...
10/27/2025
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Review
Mitigating Hair Loss Among Scalp Laceration Repair Techniques: Review of the Literature
03/17/2025
Virginia Bailey, BA; Kenan Kherallah, BS; Jamie Warner, BS ; Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Meredith Moore, MD; D'Arcy Wainwright, MD; Michael Harrington, MD, MPH
Evaluating scalp laceration closure methods—sutures, staples, and hair apposition technique—to optimize cosmetic outcomes and minimize hair loss in trauma care.
Evaluating scalp laceration closure methods—sutures, staples, and hair apposition technique—to optimize cosmetic outcomes and minimize hair loss in trauma care.
Evaluating scalp laceration...
03/17/2025
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Review
Can ChatGPT Be Used as a Research Assistant and a Patient Consultant in Plastic Surgery? A Review of 3 Key Information Domains
09/16/2024
Joseph A. Campolo, NREMT; Daniel Y. Kwon, BS; Peter W. Henderson, MD, MBA, FACS
This review assessed ChatGPT's role in plastic surgery, focusing on research generation, medical literature summarization, and patient consultation capabilities.
This review assessed ChatGPT's role in plastic surgery, focusing on research generation, medical literature summarization, and patient consultation capabilities.
This review assessed ChatGPT's...
09/16/2024
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Review
Nipple Areola Complex Reconstruction: An 8-Year Experience With Modified Technique and Systematic Review
06/07/2024
Michael Rice, FRCS; Giulia Colavitti, FRCS; Philippa Jackson, FRCS; Sherif Wilson, FRCS
This novel technique for nipple areolar complex reconstruction is supported by a systematic review of the current literature.
This novel technique for nipple areolar complex reconstruction is supported by a systematic review of the current literature.
This novel technique for nipple...
06/07/2024
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Review
Closed Incision Negative Pressure Therapy Versus Standard of Care Over Closed Abdominal Incisions in the Reduction of Surgical Site Complications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
05/30/2024
Leah P. Griffin, MS
This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the impact of ciNPT on postsurgical outcomes and health care utilization in patients undergoing open abdominal surgeries.
This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the impact of ciNPT on postsurgical outcomes and health care utilization in patients undergoing open abdominal surgeries.
This systematic review and...
05/30/2024
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Review
Association of Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Hyaluronan: A Scope of the Literature
02/27/2024
Khalifa Al Ghanim, MB, BCh, BAO; Kimberly M. Jaszkul; Andrew Simpson, MD, FRCSC; Eva A. Turley, PhD
This narrative literature review focuses on nonmelanotic skin cancer and treatment strategies.
This narrative literature review focuses on nonmelanotic skin cancer and treatment strategies.
This narrative literature review...
02/27/2024
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Review
Buccal Fat Pad Herniation, Repositioning Versus Excision: A New Algorithm of Treatment
09/14/2023
Gerardo Cuartero-Castro; Erik A. Márquez, MD; Paul Robledo, MD; Mario Vélez-Palafox, MD
This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.
This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.
This systematic review presents...
09/14/2023
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Review
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation and Dwell Time: Mechanisms of Action Literature Review
08/30/2023
Ronald P. Silverman, MD, FACS
This review assessed the available literature focusing on NPWTi-d mechanisms of action.
This review assessed the available literature focusing on NPWTi-d mechanisms of action.
This review assessed the...
08/30/2023
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Review
How to Select an Extracellular Matrix for Wound Repair: A Comprehensive Review
08/23/2023
Sarah E. Jackson, DO, FACCWS; Richard Simman, MD, FACS, FACCWS; Samuel A. Stetkevich, MD; Monik Gupta, BA
This literature review was conducted to identify the best extracellular matrix for wound healing and positive patient outcomes.
This literature review was conducted to identify the best extracellular matrix for wound healing and positive patient outcomes.
This literature review was...
08/23/2023
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Review
Vascular Mapping for Abdominal-Based Breast Reconstruction: A Comprehensive Review of Current and Upcoming Imaging Modalities
07/20/2023
Taylor J. Ibelli, BS , MSc, MD; Sumanth Chennareddy; Max Mandelbaum, MD; Peter W. Henderson, MD, MBA
This review gives surgeons practical tools for choosing which imaging technology best suits their patient’s needs for successful breast reconstruction. 
This review gives surgeons practical tools for choosing which imaging technology best suits their patient’s needs for successful breast reconstruction. 
This review gives surgeons...
07/20/2023
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Case Reports

Case Report
A Rare Case of Cutaneous Metastasis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma to the Chin: Case Report and Review of Surgical Management
11/06/2025
Jonathan Ruiz, MD; Jacqueline Ross, MD; Kinsey Rice, MD; Kristen Whalen, MD; Nicole K. Le, MD, MPH; Lisa Kettlestrings, PA-C; Wyatt G. Payne, MD
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis from hepatocellular carcinoma: case presentation detailing excisional planning, staged reconstruction strategy, and literature context for surgeons.
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis from hepatocellular carcinoma: case presentation detailing excisional planning, staged reconstruction strategy, and literature context for surgeons.
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis...
11/06/2025
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Case Report
Buccal Sulcus Approach to Septal Perforation Repair
08/12/2025
Kenny T. Quang, MD; Ananth Murthy, MD, FACS
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via...
08/12/2025
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Case Report
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: An Overlooked Diagnosis in the Pediatric Population
08/08/2025
Margarida Mendes, MD; Ricardo Nascimento, MD; Ricardo Horta, MD, PhD; Eurico Norton, MD; Álvaro Silva, MD
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet...
08/08/2025
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Case Report
A Case of Extrasphincteric Enterocutaneous Fistula After Scrotal Reconstruction for Fournier Gangrene: Use of a Novel Salvage Technique
08/08/2025
Micaela J. Tobin, BA; John B. Park, PharmD; Tricia Mae Raquepo, BA; Mohammed Yamin, BS; Helen Xun, MD; Adam Jac; Kristen T. Crowell, MD; Marissa A. Kent, MD; Ryan P. Cauley, MD, MPH
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical...
08/08/2025
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Case Report
Extreme Injury of Multiple Hand Extensor Tendons (Zones II to VII) Combined With an Extensive Degloving Injury of the Dorsal Hand: Staged Reconstruction Utilizing Silicon Rods and a Groin Flap
08/06/2025
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal...
08/06/2025
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Case Report

Triple-Positive PALB-2 Breast Cancer in a 27-Year-Old Male-to-Female Patient
07/17/2025
Kelly C. Ho, BS; Kristin N. Huffman, BS; Madeline J. O’Connor, BA; Payton Sparks, BS; Caden Bozigar; Helene Sterbling, MD; Nora Hansen, MD
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer...
07/17/2025
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Case Report

From Tooth to Phalanx: The First Reported Case of Porphyromonas endodontalis Causing Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Phalanx
07/08/2025
Hannah Korah, PhD; Meagan Popp; Caleb Bercu, MD; Aaron Berger, MD, PhD
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis...
07/08/2025
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Case Report
Extraction of a TASER 7 Barb Embedded in the Supraorbital Frontal Bone: A Clinical Case Report
07/08/2025
Benjamin B. Scott, MD; José Antonio Arellano, MD; Hilary Y. Liu, BS; Francesco M. Egro, MD, MSc, MRCS
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the...
07/08/2025
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Case Report
Surgical Management of Biopolymer Induced Granulomatous Hypercalcemia and Renal Insufficiency: A Case Report and Literature Review
06/04/2025
Dieter Brummund, MD; Angela Chang, MD; Christopher Salgado, MD
Surgical excision for biopolymer-induced granulomatous hypercalcemia explored through case presentations and literature review of refractory management strategies.
Surgical excision for biopolymer-induced granulomatous hypercalcemia explored through case presentations and literature review of refractory management strategies.
Surgical excision for...
06/04/2025
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Case Report
Pediatric Granular Cell Tumor of the Digital Nerve: A Case Report and Literature Review
06/02/2025
Caleb H. Bercu, BA; Raghavee Neupane, BS, MPH; Ashley Ramirez, MD; Carole Brathwaite, MD; Aaron J. Berger, MD, PhD
Granular cell tumor of the digital nerve in a child prompts surgical excision and nerve graft reconstruction to preserve function.
Granular cell tumor of the digital nerve in a child prompts surgical excision and nerve graft reconstruction to preserve function.
Granular cell tumor of the...
06/02/2025
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Case Q&A

Case Q&A
Batwing Mammoplasty Modification as a Treatment for Hurley Stage III Breast Hidradenitis Suppurativa
10/20/2025
Tatjana Mortell, BS; Jared Rosbrugh, MS; William Aukerman, MD; Kevin Kresofsky, MD; Chris Babycos, MD; Abigail Chaffin, MD, FACS, CWSP, MAPWCA
Modified batwing mammoplasty for severe breast hidradenitis in macromastia achieves wide excision with preserved upper-pole aesthetics and low morbidity.
Modified batwing mammoplasty for severe breast hidradenitis in macromastia achieves wide excision with preserved upper-pole aesthetics and low morbidity.
Modified batwing mammoplasty for...
10/20/2025
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Case Q&A
Reconstruction of an Upper Lip Midline Defect With Bilateral Lip Advancement Flaps
07/09/2025
Tomoki Himejima, MD; Michika Fukui, MD, PhD; Sakurako Kunieda, MD; Hiromu Masuoka, MD, PhD; Masakatsu Hihara, MD, PhD; Toshihito Mitsui, MD, PhD; Natsuko Kakudo, MD, PhD
Elderly patient with upper lip morpheaform BCC underwent lateral lip advancement flap yielding excellent aesthetic and functional reconstruction outcomes.
Elderly patient with upper lip morpheaform BCC underwent lateral lip advancement flap yielding excellent aesthetic and functional reconstruction outcomes.
Elderly patient with upper lip...
07/09/2025
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Case Q&A
Conservative Management of a Bullous Hematoma in the Case of von Willebrand Disease and Hemophilia A
06/27/2025
Lundrim Marku, BS, MSc; Hakam Rajjoub, BS; Mihail Climov, MD; Halil Şafak Uygur, MD
Patients with bleeding disorders pose unique challenges in hematoma care—learn risk stratification, conservative strategies, and surgical indications.
Patients with bleeding disorders pose unique challenges in hematoma care—learn risk stratification, conservative strategies, and surgical indications.
Patients with bleeding disorders...
06/27/2025
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Case Q&A

Granulicatella adiacens Producing an Interesting Etiology of Delayed Breast Cellulitis
06/23/2025
Rebecca Norcini, MD; Lundrim Marku, MD; Hakam Rajjoub, BS; Kerri Woodberry, MD
Granulicatella adiacens complicates delayed breast cellulitis, requiring tailored antimicrobial therapy post-mastectomy for effective infection resolution and wound healing.
Granulicatella adiacens complicates delayed breast cellulitis, requiring tailored antimicrobial therapy post-mastectomy for effective infection resolution and wound healing.
Granulicatella adiacens...
06/23/2025
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Case Q&A
Controversy of Breast Reduction in Adolescent Patients: An Overview of a Sometimes-Challenging Proposition
06/19/2025
Quinton L. Carr, BA; Sierra Shockley, MS; Colton Connor, BS; Shriya Dodwani, BA; Claire Fell, BS; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Wilson Huett, MD; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Adolescent reduction mammaplasty alleviates physical and psychosocial burdens. Learn outcomes, regrowth risk, breastfeeding impact, and optimal surgical techniques.
Adolescent reduction mammaplasty alleviates physical and psychosocial burdens. Learn outcomes, regrowth risk, breastfeeding impact, and optimal surgical techniques.
Adolescent reduction mammaplasty...
06/19/2025
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Case Q&A
Rare Benign Tumor: Elastofibroma Dorsi
06/03/2025
Adrian Frunza, MD, PhD; Luca Avram, MD
Elastofibroma dorsi is a benign soft tissue tumor typically found in elderly patients. Learn to recognize, diagnose, and manage this entity.
Elastofibroma dorsi is a benign soft tissue tumor typically found in elderly patients. Learn to recognize, diagnose, and manage this entity.
Elastofibroma dorsi is a benign...
06/03/2025
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Case Q&A
Pedicled Vastus Lateralis and Tensor Fascia Lata Flap for Aortic Graft Salvage
05/14/2025
Dieter Brummund, MD; Angela Chang, MD; Vanitha Vasudevan, MD; Tony Shao, MD; Christopher Salgado, MD
A complex case of aortic graft salvage highlights flap selection challenges in a radiated, contaminated abdomen following sarcoma resection.
A complex case of aortic graft salvage highlights flap selection challenges in a radiated, contaminated abdomen following sarcoma resection.
A complex case of aortic graft...
05/14/2025
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Case Q&A
Pedicled Bilateral Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap With Intraflap Anastomosis for Hip/Thigh Reconstruction
12/05/2024
Aria Nisco, MD; Mahsa Taskindoust, MD; Jenny Yu, MD; Duane Wang, MD
Discover how deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps are used for lower extremity reconstruction, optimizing perfusion, and overcoming challenges in complex defect coverage.
Discover how deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps are used for lower extremity reconstruction, optimizing perfusion, and overcoming challenges in complex defect coverage.
Discover how deep inferior...
12/05/2024
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Case Q&A
Drainless Implant Removal: A Technique to Minimize Breast Disfigurement After Explantation
11/15/2024
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