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Case Report
Good Outcomes After a Severity Triad: Systemic Complications, Bacterial and Fungal Infections in 3 Patients With Major Burns
02/19/2025
Eliza-Maria Bordeanu-Diaconescu, MD; Andreea Grosu-Bularda, MD, PhD; Adrian Frunza, MD, PhD; Sabina Grama, MD, PhD; Mihaela-Cristina Andrei, MD, PhD; Tiberiu-Paul Neagu, MD, PhD; Ioan Lascar, MD, PhD; Cristian-Sorin Hariga, MD, PhD
Severe burn injuries from liquefied petroleum gas explosions pose complex management challenges. This report examines diverse complications and multidisciplinary strategies for optimal care.
Severe burn injuries from liquefied petroleum gas explosions pose complex management challenges. This report examines diverse complications and multidisciplinary strategies for optimal care.
Severe burn injuries from...
02/19/2025
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Original Research
Use of Dermal Substrate for the Treatment of Pediatric Deep Partial-Thickness Burns
09/26/2024
Katherine C. Bergus, MD, MPH; Dana M. Schwartz, MD; Kelli N. Patterson, DO, MPH; Shruthi Srinivas, MD, MPH; Renata Fabia, MD, PhD; Rajan K. Thakkar, MD
This study reviewed pediatric burn patients treated with dermal substrates, assessing wound healing and complications following dermal substrate application and grafting.
This study reviewed pediatric burn patients treated with dermal substrates, assessing wound healing and complications following dermal substrate application and grafting.
This study reviewed pediatric...
09/26/2024
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Case Q&A
Aftermath of Sulfur Mustard Poisoning
09/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner, MBBS, BDS, DSc (Hon) FRCSE, FACS
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves DNA alkylation, protein damage, and oxidative stress. Clinical features include skin, eye, and respiratory injuries. Treatment focuses on decontamination, supportive care, and symptom management. Long-term...
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves DNA alkylation, protein damage, and oxidative stress. Clinical features include skin, eye, and respiratory injuries. Treatment focuses on decontamination, supportive care, and symptom management. Long-term...
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves...
09/24/2024
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Case Report
Reconstructive Management of a Severe Mentosternal Contracture in a Resource-Limited Setting: A Case Report from Ghana, West Africa
09/04/2024
Ryan Benson, MD; Erica Rego, BA; Albert Benneh, MD; Edward S. Lee, MD
This case report details the surgical management of a severe burn contracture in Ghana using only local anesthesia and limited resources.
This case report details the surgical management of a severe burn contracture in Ghana using only local anesthesia and limited resources.
This case report details the...
09/04/2024
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Case Q&A
Sunburn
06/11/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
This Case Q&A on sunburn discusses its pathophysiology, treatment options, the role of ultraviolet radiation, and the evolutionary benefit of skin pigmentation.
This Case Q&A on sunburn discusses its pathophysiology, treatment options, the role of ultraviolet radiation, and the evolutionary benefit of skin pigmentation.
This Case Q&A on sunburn...
06/11/2024
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Case Report
Limb Salvage in Extensive Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection with Adjuvant Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
06/07/2024
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy use in treatment of necrotizing soft tissue infection extending from the buttocks and perineum down to the left lower limb.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy use in treatment of necrotizing soft tissue infection extending from the buttocks and perineum down to the left lower limb.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy use in...
06/07/2024
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Case Q&A
Clinical Perspectives on the Use of Allograft Skin
05/28/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
Allograft skin for burn care is presented for a 35-year-old male who was admitted to the burn center after he threw gasoline onto a bonfire.
Allograft skin for burn care is presented for a 35-year-old male who was admitted to the burn center after he threw gasoline onto a bonfire.
Allograft skin for burn care is...
05/28/2024
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Case Q&A
Skin Grafting of the Dorsum of the Hand
05/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 35-year-old male was 1 of 6 men injured when a grain silo exploded and was treated with a split-thickness skin graft.
A 35-year-old male was 1 of 6 men injured when a grain silo exploded and was treated with a split-thickness skin graft.
A 35-year-old male was 1 of 6...
05/24/2024
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Case Q&A
Fluid Resuscitation of Severely Burned Children
04/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained mixed second- and third-degree burns to 37% of her body after accidentally tipping a pan of hot oil over herself.
A 2-year-old girl sustained...
04/24/2024
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Case Q&A
Vascular Response to Burn Shock
04/16/2024
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
A 36-year-old male was rescued by firefighters from a house fire and sustained deep burns to 60% of his body surface area, including his head and neck.
A 36-year-old male was rescued by firefighters from a house fire and sustained deep burns to 60% of his body surface area, including his head and neck.
A 36-year-old male was rescued...
04/16/2024
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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
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
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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Case Report
Buccal Sulcus Approach to Septal Perforation Repair
08/12/2025
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
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
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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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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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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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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