Polydeoxyribonucleotide: A promising skin anti-aging agent
December 2022
Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) consists of DNA fragments with molecular weights ranging from 50 to 1 500 kDa, which are mainly extracted from the sperm cells of salmon trout or chum salmon. Many preclinical...
Longitudinal Melanonychia: How to Distinguish a Malignant Condition from a Benign One
March 2021
Longitudinal melanonychia is not a rare clinical condition. It is mostly characterized by the presence of longitudinal, demarcated, and pigmented bands on the nail unit. The etiology is generally classified...
Eight-year follow-up on postoperative improvement protocol in extensive metoidioplasty transgenders: A case series
September 2023
This study aimed to evaluate the long-term penile size among patients who underwent extensive metoidioplasty....
Lipedema: A common though often unrecognized condition
September 2024
Lipedema is a chronic disorder primarily affecting women, characterized by abnormal fat deposition in the extremities, leading to pain, mobility issues, and psychological distress. These fat deposits...
Different administration routes of tranexamic acid in the treatment of melasma
September 2024
Melasma is a prevalent and challenging skin condition that affects the face and causes distress in many patients and physicians. Tranexamic acid (TA) has been found to be effective for treating melasma...
Recent advances in scalable exosome production: Challenges and innovations
September 2025
Exosomes, nanosized extracellular vesicles (30–150 nm), play a crucial role in intercellular communication and are promising biomarkers and therapeutic agents in oncology, neurodegenerative disorders,...
Dupuytren’s disease: A review
September 2024
Dupuytren’s disease is a well-known benign fibroproliferative disorder that affects the palmar and digital fasciae of the hands. This spectrum includes nodule formation, cord formation, and flexion...
Diagnosis and Treatment of Axillary Web Syndrome: An Overview
June 2020
Axillary web syndrome (AWS) is a self-limiting disease that can occur as an early or possibly late postoperative complication post-axillary surgery. This syndrome is characterized by the spread of the...
Comprehensive pathogenesis and clinical therapy in striae distensae: An overview and current perspective
December 2022
The pathogenesis of striae distensae (SD) is complicated and has not yet been fully elucidated. Hormonal changes, overstretched skin, and structural and functional changes in the skin may be crucial...
The “ARM” principle and practice: Preventing postoperative complications of circumcision
September 2022
As one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures, circumcision may lead to complications. However, studies on preventing postoperative complications are scarce and still insufficient to draw...
Management of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture Using the Krackow and Tendon-Bundle Techniques
March 2021
Acute Achilles tendon rupture is a severe injury of the lower extremities; however, optimal treatment options are not yet available. This study aimed to investigate the surgical method and clinical...
Eyelid reconstruction methods: A 10-year review
December 2023
In ophthalmological practice, eyelid reconstruction is often needed because of the presence of defects that arise after the excision of a tumor or after injuries. Various methods for reconstructing...
Complications Following Facial Thread-Lifting
December 2020
Facial thread-lifting (FTL) is a minimally invasive facial rejuvenation technique. However, to date, no study has focused on the treatment of complications associated with FTL. The purpose of this study...
A review of complications of polyacrylamide hydrogel injection
June 2023
Once a popular injectable filler, polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) has been banned in China since 2006 due to its unclear safety and long-term complications. However, it is still being used worldwide...
Advances in the research and application of high-intensity focused electromagnetic technology for fat apoptosis and body shaping
September 2022
With improvements in living standards and advancements in medical technology, the demand for fat reduction and body shaping is increasing. Non-invasive fat reduction and body shaping therapy has gradually...
Inferior alveolar nerve injury after sagittal split osteotomy of the mandible: A literature review
December 2024
Inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) injury is a serious potential complication of orthognathic surgery because the osteotomy cut-line during sagittal split osteotomy (SSO) of the mandible runs close to the...
Long-term complications after liquid silicone injection: A case report and literature review
December 2021
Liquid silicone injection for cosmetic purposes has a long and notorious history. However, reports of delayed and extensive lesions are rare. Here, we report a case of long-term complications after...
Electric Field: A Key Signal in Wound Healing
June 2021
Wound healing is a complex biological process that involves proliferation, migration, and differentiation. Endogenous electric field (EF)-directed migration of keratinocytes (galvanotaxis) is an essential...
Research progress on vascular embolism in facial cosmetic injections
March 2026
Injectable embolism is among the most severe complications associated with facial cosmetic injections. Occlusion of blood vessels by filler materials can have devastating consequences, including skin...
Hyaluronic acid injection in the auricular base for the aesthetic correction of lying ears: A retrospective study
March 2023
Ears play an important role in facial profiles. Lying ears are not perceived favorably in Asian cultures; therefore, surgical procedures are implemented to adjust this defect. However, surgery has complications...
Reconstruction of the first web space post cicatricial contracture: Which technique to use?
March 2025
The first web space not only plays an integral role in hand functionality, but also holds an important aesthetic function for patients with cicatricial contractures, which hinders the ability to move...
Current evidence on the use of near-infrared spectroscopy for postoperative free flap monitoring: A systematic review
December 2022
Although the surgical outcomes of free flap reconstruction have improved over time, vascular compromise remains a devastating complication. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is a promising new free...
Botulinum toxin in orofacial muscle hypertonicity: Clinical insights and therapeutic applications
September 2025
Orofacial muscle hypertonicity, characterized by excessive muscle tension in the facial and masticatory regions, can lead to significant functional impairment and aesthetic concerns. Botulinum toxin...
Advances in the study of epicanthus correction
March 2024
Epicanthus is a half-moon-shaped skin fold diagonally or vertically distributed in front of the medial canthus. In mild cases, it affects aesthetics, whereas in severe cases, it may obscure the patient’s...