British Association of Plastic Surgeons

The outcome of rhinoplasty in patients undergoing autospreader flaps without notable dorsal hump reduction: A Clinical Trial

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Amir A. Sazgar, Nargess Razmara, Ali Razfar, Amir K. Sazgar, Amin AmaliSummaryBackgroundReconstruction of the nasal midvault is an important component of successful rhinoplasty outcomes. Use of the autospreader flap is a beneficial technique for preserving the middle vault. In the present study, we evaluated the aesthetic and functional outcomes of this technique in patients...

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Letter of response re: The Use of Indocyanine Green Angiography in Postmastectomy Reconstruction: Do Outcomes Improve Over Time?

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Gustave K. Diep, Schelomo Marmor, Scott Kizy, Jing Li Huang, Eric H. Jensen, Pamela Portschy, Bruce Cunningham, Umar Choudry, Todd M. Tuttle, Jane Yuet Ching Hui

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Adipose-derived stem/progenitor cells from lipoaspirates: A comparison between the LipiVage200-5 liposuction system and the Body-Jet liposuction system

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Sara Taha, Maximilian Michael Saller, Elisabeth Haas, Zsuzsanna Farkas, Attila Aszodi, Riccardo Giunta, Elias VolkmerAbstractBackgroundAdipose-derived stem/progenitor cells (ADSPCs) are under investigation in many clinical applications for their regenerative potential in a variety of autoimmune, degenerative and inflammatory diseases. Adipose tissue, which is mainly harvested...

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Patient satisfaction after levator aponeurosis surgery for the treatment of involutional blepharoptosis

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Alessandro Innocenti

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Comment on: If it ain't broke, don't fix it: Ethics of splinting deformed newborn ears

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Jungen Koimizu

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A structured pathway for accelerated post-operative recovery reduces hospital stay and cost of care following microvascular breast reconstruction without increased complications

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Anne C. O'Neill, Maleeha Mughal, Moaath M. Saggaf, Agnes Wisniewski, Toni Zhong, Stefan O.P. HoferAbstractIntroduction: Accelerated recovery protocols have proved effective in many surgical procedures but are infrequently applied in breast reconstruction. In this study we evaluate the impact of a structured pathway for accelerated post-operative recovery in patients undergoing...

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The Current Role of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in the Management of Cutaneous Melanoma - a UK consensus statement

Publication date: Available online 28 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): H. Peach, R. Board, M. Cook, P. Corrie, S. Ellis, J. Geh, P. King, G. Laitung, J. Larkin, J. Marsden, M. Middleton, M. Moncrieff, P. Nathan, B. Powell, R. Pritchard-Jones, S. Rodwell, N. Steven, P. LoriganAbstractSentinel node biopsy (SNB) has been at the forefront of the surgical staging of melanoma patients for the past 15 years. The high accuracy of this prognostic staging...

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Cost-effectiveness of pre-pectoral implant-based breast reconstruction: a pilot comparative analysis

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Emanuele Garreffa, Amit Agrawal

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Predictors of Blood Transfusion in Autologous Breast Reconstruction Surgery: A Retrospective Study Using The Nationwide Inpatient Sample Database

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Hossein Masoomi, Brian J. Blumenauer, Christi L. Blakkolb, Erik S. Marques, Matthew R. GreivesAbstractBackgroundSpecific risk factors associated with the use of blood transfusions during and following autologous breast reconstruction are unknown. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the rate of blood transfusion in autologous breast reconstruction and identify independent...

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Response to: Keystone island flaps for reconstruction following lower leg skin cancer resection: A comparison with split-thickness skin grafts.

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Thomas H. Jovic, Thomas D. Dobbs, Zita M. Jessop, Iain S. Whitaker

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Response to: 'Challenging Kanavel's Cardinal signs of Pyogenic Flexor Tenosynovitis of the hand.’ by Clements et al 2019

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Y. Khan, L. Ioannidi, S. Williams

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Plastic surgery trainees, GDPR and the eLogbook- are we doing it all wrong?

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Nikolaos Arkoulis

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Subtle Eyelid Retraction after Lower Blepharoplasty

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Jonathon Harounian, Allan E Wulc, Alan B Brackup, Sathyadeepak RameshAbstractBackgroundLower blepharoplasty is one of the commonest cosmetic surgeries performed in the United States. The delicate balance of the lower eyelid may be detrimentally altered in lower blepharoplasty, leading to lower eyelid retraction with the attendant functional and cosmetic consequences. Marginal...

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Delayed two-stage breast reconstruction – the impact of radiotherapy

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Jens H. Hoejvig, Nicolas J. Pedersen, Christina S. Gramkow, Rikke Bredgaard, Niels Kroman, Christian T. BondeAbstractBackgroundDespite a trend towards immediate breast reconstruction in recent years, delayed breast reconstruction using a tissue expander is still a common procedure. Radiotherapy after mastectomy but prior to reconstruction is a risk factor, although studies examining...

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Classification Pattern and Step-by-Step Procedure for Cartilage Grafts with Silicone Implants for Nasal Tip Plasty in Asians

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): JI Hwang, SY KangSummaryDorsal augmentation using silicone and tip plasty using autogenous cartilages is commonly performed in Asians. No study has investigated the classification pattern and step-by-step procedure for tip plasty using silicone implants. Therefore, this study classified cartilage grafts using silicone implants in Asians and developed a step-by-step procedure...

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Postoperative Levator Function Change in Patients with Unilateral Myogenic versus Aponeurotic Blepharoptosis

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Mohsen Bahmani Kashkouli, Parya Abdolalizadeh, Anahita Amirsardari, Houri Esmaeilkhanian, Mahya Ghazizadeh, Farideh MoradpasandiSummaryPurposeTo compare the change in levator function (LF) after levator resection in patients with unilateral myogenic (MP) and aponeurotic ptosis (AP).MethodsIn a prospective study, patients of >5 years old were included from June 2015 to April...

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Bringing the end-of-the-bed assessment to the multidisciplinary team in outpatient pre-tibial laceration management

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Lilli Cooper, Kirstie Forbes, Tania Cubison

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Thu Jun 27, 2019 16:06

Effects of vasopressors on circulation in the porcine abdominal island flap model

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Jae-Ho Chung, Jeong-Hyun Cheon, Min-Sook Kim, Doo-Jae Min, Eul-Sik Yoon, Byung-Il Lee, Seung-Ha Park, Deok-Woo KimAbstractBackgroundDuring reconstructive surgical procedures, systemic vasopressors are frequently used to maintain normal blood pressure. However, questions have arisen regarding the pharmacologic effects of vasopressors on flap circulation. Many plastic surgeons...

British Association of Plastic Surgeons

Thu Jun 27, 2019 16:06

Post-operative complication rates after gender-affirming surgery – are they affected by Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) status?

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): James M. Economides, Jocelyn C. Zajac, Max Mandelbaum, Benjamin Wood, Jerry W. Chao

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A retrospective study of 694 Basal Cell Carcinoma excisions to quantify deep margin documentation and clearance compared to histological type and surgical margin

Publication date: Available online 27 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): J.R. Kiely, A.J.K. PatelAimsBasal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) is the most common malignancy worldwide. Although rarely a risk to life, they are potentially destructive and disfiguring. Current treatment guidelines are predominantly based on low-risk BCC, and make no recommendations regarding the deep excision margin. We aim to clarify the prevalence of high-risk BCC and appropriate...

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Thu Jun 27, 2019 16:06

Composite ALT flap for structured reconstruction of the abdominal wall: new insights from long-term outcomes in 14 patients

Publication date: Available online 26 June 2019Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic SurgeryAuthor(s): Pietro G. di Summa, William Watfa, Salvatore Giordano, Leslie Elahi-Rausis, Olivier Bauquis, Dieter Hahnloser, Wassim Raffoul

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