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AI in Cosmetic Surgery: A New Look at Virtual Abdominoplasty and Buttock Augmentation
01/23/2025
Arsany Yassa, BA; Arya A. Akhavan, MD; Solina Ayad, BS candidate; Olivia Ayad, BS, MSc
Assessing AI-generated visuals in body contouring: A critical evaluation of realism and clinical utility by plastic surgery experts.
Assessing AI-generated visuals in body contouring: A critical evaluation of realism and clinical utility by plastic surgery experts.
Assessing AI-generated visuals...
01/23/2025
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Original Research
Have We Really Shifted to an Evidence-Based Practice? A Qualitative Analysis of Primary Breast Augmentation
09/18/2024
Esteban Elena Scarafoni, MD; Carlos Augusto Cutini Cingozoglu, MD
This study surveyed Argentinian plastic surgeons to assess variability in breast augmentation practices and compared results with scientific evidence.
This study surveyed Argentinian plastic surgeons to assess variability in breast augmentation practices and compared results with scientific evidence.
This study surveyed Argentinian...
09/18/2024
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Original Research
Soft Tissue Support as an Adjunct to Implant-Based Cosmetic Breast Surgery: A 500+ Case Experience
09/18/2024
Julia A. Chiemi, BSc; S. Sean Kelishadi, MD, FACS
This study examines the use of polydioxanone (PDO) mesh in 522 breast implant surgeries to enhance aesthetic outcomes.
This study examines the use of polydioxanone (PDO) mesh in 522 breast implant surgeries to enhance aesthetic outcomes.
This study examines the use of...
09/18/2024
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Case Report
Late Hematoma After Feminizing Augmentation Mammoplasty Mimicking Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)
05/24/2024
Yasuhiro Sakata; Shinichi Asamura, MD, PhD
This report presents the first known case of late hematoma after feminizing mammoplasty and compares the characteristics with the reported cases of BIA-ALCL after feminizing mammoplasty.
This report presents the first known case of late hematoma after feminizing mammoplasty and compares the characteristics with the reported cases of BIA-ALCL after feminizing mammoplasty.
This report presents the first...
05/24/2024
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Original Research
Maximizing Patient Satisfaction in Facial Feminizing Rhinoplasty
05/07/2024
Sandhya Kalavacherla, BS; Sruthi Kalavacherla; Justin Cordero, BS; Miriam Becker, BS; Sabrina Straus, BS; Lucy Sheahan, MD; Amanda Gosman, MD
This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.
This retrospective study compared pre- and postoperative nasal metrics and postoperative satisfaction in a cohort of transfeminine patients who underwent feminizing rhinoplasty.
This retrospective study...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
1444-nm Nd:YAG for Laser-Assisted Lipolysis: A Minimally Invasive Technique for the Treatment of Pseudogynecomastia
04/04/2024
The efficacy and safety of a laser-assisted lipolysis device emitting 1444 nm was evaluated for the treatment of pseudogynecomastia. 
The efficacy and safety of a laser-assisted lipolysis device emitting 1444 nm was evaluated for the treatment of pseudogynecomastia. 
The efficacy and safety of a...
04/04/2024
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Original Research
Addressing the Rhino in the Room: ChatGPT Creates "Novel" Patent Ideas for Rhinoplasty
03/12/2024
Daniel Najafali, BS; Logan G. Galbraith, BA; Justin M. Camacho, MBA; Sydney H. Arnold, MD; Michael Alperovich, MD, MSc; Timothy W. King, MD, PhD; Mark S. Cohen, MD; Shane D. Morrison, MD, MS; Amir H. Dorafshar, MD
This study used a chatbot to generate possible innovations in aesthetic surgery relating to rhinoplasty.
This study used a chatbot to generate possible innovations in aesthetic surgery relating to rhinoplasty.
This study used a chatbot to...
03/12/2024
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Case Report
Medical Tourism in Plastic Surgery: A Case Series of Complications
02/27/2024
Jared Troy, MD; Bilal Koussayer, BS; Taylor Blount, BS ; Mohammad Tahseen Alkaelani, BS; Nicole K. Le, MD, MPH, BS; Mahmood J. Al Bayati, MD; Joseph K. Moffitt, MD, BS
This case series presents experiences in managing atypical infections resulting from cosmetic surgery tourism in a tertiary care system. 
This case series presents experiences in managing atypical infections resulting from cosmetic surgery tourism in a tertiary care system. 
This case series presents...
02/27/2024
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Original Research
Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in Plastic Surgery
12/11/2023
Rohun Gupta, MD; Chirag Bisht, MS; Rafaella Genova, MD; Eliana Ege, MD; Matthew Chetta, MD; Kenneth Shaheen, MD
This study investigates the use of chemoprophylaxis in cosmetic patients compared with the current recommendations for venous thromboembolism chemoprophylaxis endorsed by the American Society of Plastic Surgery.  
This study investigates the use of chemoprophylaxis in cosmetic patients compared with the current recommendations for venous thromboembolism chemoprophylaxis endorsed by the American Society of Plastic Surgery.  
This study investigates the use...
12/11/2023
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Case Report
Half-Dose tPA for Massive Pulmonary Thromboembolism After Liposuction
08/30/2023
Yucel Colkesen; Cem İnan Bektaş
This case presentation highlights the importance of preventing pulmonary embolism after plastic surgery due to potentially devastating consequences. 
This case presentation highlights the importance of preventing pulmonary embolism after plastic surgery due to potentially devastating consequences. 
This case presentation...
08/30/2023
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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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Rare Presentation of Apocrine Hidrocystoma Along the Nasolacrimal Duct
12/06/2023
Sandip Kumar Sahu, MS; Chanchal Poddar, MS; Sucheta Parija, MS; Bruttendu Moharana, MS
Case of a 28-year-old female with no prior significant medical history presenting with an enlarging mass medial to her right lower eyelid for 2 years.
Case of a 28-year-old female with no prior significant medical history presenting with an enlarging mass medial to her right lower eyelid for 2 years.
Case of a 28-year-old female...
12/06/2023
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The “Clinda-Clumper” – A Quick and Efficient Method to Remove Free Silicone After a Breast Implant Rupture Using a Clindamycin Solution
04/15/2024
Milind D. Kachare, MD; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD, FACS
This Case Q&A discusses breast implant ruptures, including their prevalence, management, treatment recommendations, and potential side effects.
This Case Q&A discusses breast implant ruptures, including their prevalence, management, treatment recommendations, and potential side effects.
This Case Q&A discusses breast...
04/15/2024
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Original Research
The Bilobed Flap - Critical Analysis and New Mathematically Precise Design
07/31/2024
Imran Pathan, MCh
A new design for the bilobed flap that is more mathematically precise than the classic Zitelli design is presented for lower third nasal reconstruction.
A new design for the bilobed flap that is more mathematically precise than the classic Zitelli design is presented for lower third nasal reconstruction.
A new design for the bilobed...
07/31/2024
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Case Report
Use of Suprapubic Panniculus for Split-Thickness Skin Graft in Buried Penis Repair
02/06/2024
Taruni A. Kumar, BS; Aadit Patel, MD; Abigail E. Chaffin, MD, FACS, CWSP, MAPWCA
Split-thickness skin grafts are used in the management of buried penis deformities.
Split-thickness skin grafts are used in the management of buried penis deformities.
Split-thickness skin grafts are...
02/06/2024
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Case Report
Postsurgical Pyoderma Gangrenosum After Penile Inversion Vaginoplasty: Case With Review of Diagnostic and Management Strategies
05/23/2024
This report presents a patient who developed postsurgical pyoderma gangrenosum 10 days postoperatively following penile inversion vaginoplasty.
This report presents a patient who developed postsurgical pyoderma gangrenosum 10 days postoperatively following penile inversion vaginoplasty.
This report presents a patient...
05/23/2024
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