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Craniofacial/Maxillofacial Surgery

Original Research
02/19/2025
Shelby D. Goza, BS; Katherine E. Baker, MS; Madyson I. Brown, MD; Samuel J. Hopper, MD; John Phillips, BA; Matthew C. Sink, BS; Katherine C. Benedict, MD; Kathryn W. Brown, MD; Colton J. Fernstrum, MD; Michael T. Friel, MD; Laura S. Humphries, MD; Ian C. Hoppe, MD
Patients with Pierre Robin Sequence undergoing cleft palate repair after mandibular distraction face unique airway management challenges. This study examines perioperative respiratory outcomes.
Patients with Pierre Robin Sequence undergoing cleft palate repair after mandibular distraction face unique airway management challenges. This study examines perioperative respiratory outcomes.
Patients with Pierre Robin...
02/19/2025
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Case Report
05/07/2024
This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.
This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.
This case reports a...
05/07/2024
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Case Report
04/26/2024
Shannon R. Garvey, MS; Amy Chen, BS; Amer H. Nassar, MD; Ryan P. Cauley, MD, MPH
This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.
This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.
This report presents the...
04/26/2024
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Case Report
02/12/2024
Katherine C. Benedict, MD; Ignacio Velasco Martinez, DDS; Benjamin McIntyre, MD, FACS
A retrospective review of patients surgically treated for giant ameloblastoma using fibula free flap and VSP custom-made mandibular reconstruction plates
A retrospective review of patients surgically treated for giant ameloblastoma using fibula free flap and VSP custom-made mandibular reconstruction plates
A retrospective review of...
02/12/2024
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Original Research
09/14/2023
D'Arcy Wainwright, MD; Jared Troy, MD; Adam Schwartz, BS; Julie Park, BA, MPH; Devin Durham, MPH; William West, III; Rachel Su, BA
This study aims to identify how violence affects patterns of mandibular fractures and their outcomes.
This study aims to identify how violence affects patterns of mandibular fractures and their outcomes.
This study aims to identify...
09/14/2023
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Review
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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Case Report
04/06/2023
Schoinohoriti Ourania, MD, DDS, MSc, PhD; Bellou Olga, MD, DDS, MSc; Karathanasi Vasiliki, MD, DDS, MSc, PhD
The aim of this report is to provide a thorough clinical imaging and histopathological presentation of OCC along with a brief literature review to highlight the difficulties of accurate diagnosis and the pitfalls in treating this uncommon...
The aim of this report is to provide a thorough clinical imaging and histopathological presentation of OCC along with a brief literature review to highlight the difficulties of accurate diagnosis and the pitfalls in treating this uncommon...
The aim of this report is to...
04/06/2023
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Original Research
02/16/2023
Matthias Krause, MD, DDS; Ina Sterker, MD, PhD; Konstantin Volker Hierl, MD; Thomas Hierl, MD, DDS, PhD; Daniel Kruber
This study used a 3D cephalometric computed tomography–based orbital analysis to evaluate the prevailing asymmetry in a database of patients with and without EO, measure the clinical usability of the 3D analysis, and compare the data to...
This study used a 3D cephalometric computed tomography–based orbital analysis to evaluate the prevailing asymmetry in a database of patients with and without EO, measure the clinical usability of the 3D analysis, and compare the data to...
This study used a 3D...
02/16/2023
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Review
02/01/2023
Jordan N. Halsey, MD; Diana Jodeh, MD; Mitchell J. Buller, MD, MEng; Fatima Qamar, MD, MPH; Joshua M. Wright, MBBS; S. Alex Rottgers, MD
This article provides an extensive review of the literature discussing the incidence, causative factors, functional impact, classification systems, and treatment of oronasal fistulae.
This article provides an extensive review of the literature discussing the incidence, causative factors, functional impact, classification systems, and treatment of oronasal fistulae.
This article provides an...
02/01/2023
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Original Research
09/15/2022
Tomohisa Nagasao, MD, PhD; Tomoki Miyanagi, MD; Asako Hatano, MD, PhD; LinXuan Wu, MD; Tadaaki Morotomi, MD, PhD
Using biomechanical simulation, the present study elucidated the relationship between the vulnerability of reconstructed skulls and the hardness of the artificial bone.
Using biomechanical simulation, the present study elucidated the relationship between the vulnerability of reconstructed skulls and the hardness of the artificial bone.
Using biomechanical simulation,...
09/15/2022
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Original Research
03/16/2026
WRAFA is presented as a novel modification of abdominoplasty for global abdominal wall distention, demonstrating durable aesthetic improvement and low complication rates in a 30-year single-surgeon series.
WRAFA is presented as a novel modification of abdominoplasty for global abdominal wall distention, demonstrating durable aesthetic improvement and low complication rates in a 30-year single-surgeon series.
WRAFA is presented as a novel...
03/16/2026
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Case Report
02/27/2026
Trickle charging enables temporary DIEP flap perfusion via an alternate perforator after main pedicle ligation, improving operative efficiency in open and robotic bilateral reconstructions, with no flap loss or fat necrosis in 16 cases.
Trickle charging enables temporary DIEP flap perfusion via an alternate perforator after main pedicle ligation, improving operative efficiency in open and robotic bilateral reconstructions, with no flap loss or fat necrosis in 16 cases.
Trickle charging enables...
02/27/2026
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Original Research
02/04/2026
This retrospective review evaluates porcine acellular dermal xenograft interposition for failed trapeziometacarpal arthroplasty, demonstrating improved pain, function, and radiographic outcomes without complications.
This retrospective review evaluates porcine acellular dermal xenograft interposition for failed trapeziometacarpal arthroplasty, demonstrating improved pain, function, and radiographic outcomes without complications.
This retrospective review...
02/04/2026
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Original Research
01/30/2026
Molly MacIsaac, BS; Alexzandra Mattia, BS; Jordan Halsey, MD; S. Alex Rottgers, MD
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
11/06/2025
Waylon Zeng, MD; Nicholas Peterman, MD; Audrey Korte, BS; Morgan Parker, BS; Anthony Capito, 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
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
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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Review
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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Original Research
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
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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