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The effectiveness of extended antibiotic prophylaxis in implant-based breast reconstruction surgery: A meta-analysis
Considerable research has investigated the postoperative benefits of extended antibiotic prophylaxis (EAP) in different surgical contexts, generating various results regarding its effectiveness. Some studies indicate positive outcomes, while others indicate no significant advantages. Our approach involves conducting a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis to provide a more nuanced understanding of the role of extended antibiotic use because of the lack of a consistent consensus. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 26, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Hua-Hsin Hsieh, Pin-Han Liu, Yao-Lung Kuo Source Type: research

Augmentation mastopexy in post-bariatric surgery with the "double inner bra- technique ” (DIB)
Augmentation mastopexy has a 20-fold higher complication rate than primary augmentation. Performing augmentation mastopexy in post-bariatric patients poses an additional challenge due to the reduced quality of the soft skin tissue. It is therefore not only technically complex, but also fraught with complications. Implant dislocation, recurrent ptosis and wound healing problems with exposed implants and the threat of implant loss are complications that must be prevented. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 26, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Melodi Motamedi, Asim Gueven, Raya Isaev, Sixtus Allert Source Type: research

Surgical Repair for Congenital Macrostomia Using Three Small Triangular flaps: Long-term Follow-up and outcomes
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Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 26, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Weimin Shen, Jie Cui, Jianbin Chen, Yi Ji, Tao Han Source Type: research

Immediate Lymphatic Reconstruction: Lessons Learned Over Eight Years
Immediate lymphatic reconstruction (ILR) is recognized as a surgical approach to reduce the risk of developing secondary lymphedema and evidence demonstrating the efficacy of ILR is favorable. Our Lymphatic Center has become a centralized location offering ILR for the risk-reduction of breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) in New England. Over the course of our experience, we have made several modifications and adapted our approach to enhance the operative success of this procedure. These include advancements in our use of ICG imaging to identify baseline lymphatic anatomical variation, the utilization of fluorescein iso...
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 25, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Rosie Friedman, Mohamed A. Ismail Aly, James E. Fanning, Jaime A. Pardo, Anna Rose Johnson, Bernard T. Lee, Ted James, Dhruv Singhal Source Type: research

Comparison of modified Furlow palatoplasty using small double-opposing Z-plasty and conventional Furlow palatoplasty: Long-term outcome
This study aimed to compare the long-term outcome of modified Furlow palatoplasty using small double-opposing Z-plasty (small-DOZ) and conventional Furlow palatoplasty (conventional-DOZ) performed in a single center. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 25, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Yoshitsugu Hattori, Chi-Chin Lo, Yu-Jen Chen, Takafumi Saito, Pang-Yun Chou, Ting-Chen Lu, Chun-Shin Chang, Lun-Jou Lo Source Type: research

A randomized intraindividual comparative study evaluating the effects of two ultrasound-assisted liposuction devices on the abdomen
This study aimed to compare the effects of two UAL devices on the abdomen by assessing postsurgery skin biomechanical properties. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 25, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Erik Agust ín Márquez-Gutiérrez, Luis Tamez-Pedroza, Ernesto Demian Morales-Naya, Mario Vélez-Palafox, Gerardo Cuartero-Castro, Noé Zacaula-Juárez, Roberto Sánchez-Sánchez, Maykel González-Torres Source Type: research

Redefining free flap failure – a new definition for the 21st century
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Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 25, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Omar A. Ahmed, Lauren Wallace, Juan Enrique Berner Tags: Correspondence and Communications Source Type: research

Current Trends in Retraction of Plastic Surgery and Reconstruction Research
Various studies regarding retractions of publications have determined the rate of retraction has increased in recent years. Although this trend may apply to any field, there is a paucity of literature exploring the publication of erroneous studies within plastic and reconstructive surgery. The present study aims to identify trends in frequency and reasons for retraction of plastic and reconstructive surgery studies, with analysis of subspecialty and journals. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 24, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Ankit Punreddy, Paul G. Guirguis, Mark Youssef, Mina Botros Tags: Correspondence and Communications Source Type: research

Future of Artificial Intelligence in Plastic Surgery: Toward the Development of Specialty- Specific Large Language Models
The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) have generated significant interest within the plastic surgery community.1 While current commercially available LLMs like ChatGPT (OpenAI, CA, USA), Claude (Anthropic, CA, USA) and Gemini (Google, CA, USA) have demonstrated impressive language generation capabilities, their lack of domain-specific training raises concerns about their reliability and applicability in clinical settings.2 To truly leverage the power of these technologies in our surgical specialty, it is imperative that we develop our own LLMs specifically trained on peer-...
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 22, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Berk B Ozmen, Graham S Schwarz Source Type: research

Comparing Clinical and Aesthetic Outcomes of Cross-finger and Homodigital Reverse Digital Artery Island Flap for Fingertip Injuries: A Single-center Retrospective Cohort Study
This study aimed to provide a review of the CRDI procedure and to compare the clinical outcomes of CRDI with RHDI. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 22, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Yutaro Kuwahara, Tatsuya Hara, Toshikazu Kurahashi, Tomoyasu Kitami, Masahiro Tatebe Source Type: research

“Quantifying Postoperative Recovery using Wearable Activity Monitors following Abdominal Wall Surgery; The AbTech Trial.”
This work aimed to investigate the validity of Wearable Activity Monitors (WAMs) as an objective tool to measure the return towards normal functional mobility following abdominal wall surgery. This was achieved by quantifying and comparing pre- and postoperative physical activity (PA). (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Richard Mark Kwasnicki (RMK), Emmanuel Giannas (EG), Chiara Rizk (CR), Garikai Kungwengwe (GK), Tanusree Dutta (TD), Jonathan Dunne (JD), Elizabeth Dex (ED), Vimal Gokani (VG), Francis P Henry (FPH), Judith E Hunter (JEH), Georgina Williams (GW), Chris Ab Source Type: research

Scout Vein Graft – An intraoperative technique to assess the suitability of atherosclerotic donor arteries for free flap reconstruction
Free flap reconstruction of diabetic foot and its salvage is becoming more common. The combination of diabetes mellitus, post-infective lower extremity wounds, and peripheral vascular disease leads to a confluence of perilous factors, putting both limb and life at risk.1 The initial step in microvascular reconstruction is to assess the suitability of the donor artery, which is done clinically by palpating peripheral pulses, preoperatively with vascular imaging, and intraoperatively by examining the vessel characteristics and pulsatility of the donor artery. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Madhu Periasamy, Vamseedharan Muthukumar, Hari Venkatramani, S Raja Sabapathy Source Type: research

Associations Between Prior COVID-19 Infection and Venous Thromboembolism Following Common Plastic Surgery Operations
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infection has been described as a cause of systemic hypercoagulability and a risk factor for the development of venous thromboembolism (VTE). While some multi-specialty studies have proposed a link between COVID-19 and postoperative thrombosis, other, single-specialty studies have found no such association. We utilized a large, national database to determine whether prior COVID-19 infection was associated with the incidence of VTE following common plastic surgery operations. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Max L. Silverstein, Jennifer K. Shah, Priscila Cevallos, Farrah Liu, Clifford Sheckter, Rahim Nazerali Source Type: research

Comment on “Comparing Clinical and Aesthetic Outcomes of Cross-finger and Homodigital Reverse Digital Artery Island Flap for Fingertip Injuries: A Single-center Retrospective Study” and a focus on hook nail deformity
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Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Luigi Losco, Alessandra Ceccaroni, Paola Pentangelo, Carmine Alfano Tags: Invited Commentary Source Type: research

Transcutaneous lower eyelid blepharoplasty with micro-autologous fat transplantation harvested from orbital fat pads for lower eyelid aging treatment
The aging process of lower eyelids results in lower eyelid wrinkles, tear troughs, and eye bags. Many therapies have been described for treatment of lower eyelid aging, and transcutaneous blepharoplasty is often used for treating cases with eyebags and dermatochalasis. However, it may cause depression near the medial orbit resulting in a hollowed look. In the present study, we developed an innovative method transferring the herniated fatty tissue to volume loss area during the surgical procedure of transcutaneous lower eyelid blepharoplasty by means of micro-autologous fat transplantation harvested from resected orbital fa...
Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - April 20, 2024 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Chun -Yu Cheng, Tsai-Ming Lin, Shyue-Luen Chang, Sindy Hu, Yau-Li Huang Tags: Correspondence and Communications Source Type: research