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ISSN: 2096-6911
CN: 10-1634/R6
e-ISSN: 2772-686X

Large necrosis of the scalp following temporal catheter placement in an infant with severe acute malnutrition: A case report

Scalp necrosis is uncommon in malnourished children, yet temporal catheterization is frequently observed in pediatric hospital settings. The condition is characterized by a black, hard, and unresponsive...

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Bibliometric analysis of ChatGPT and plastic surgery research: Insights from diverse search strategies and co-word analysis

The rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare, particularly the development of large language models like ChatGPT, has opened new avenues for innovation in medical fields, including plastic surgery....

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Enhancing tissue regeneration studies with luciferase-transgenic rats and bioluminescence imaging: A comprehensive review

Bioluminescence imaging (BLI) in rodent models has revolutionized preclinical research in recent decades, enabling precise and noninvasive observation of cellular and molecular processes in vivo. Among...

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Impact of negative pressure wound therapy on inflammatory cell counts in porcine deep dermal burn wound models

The inflammatory phase of acute burns can last for 7 days. Meanwhile, severe burns may exhibit persistent inflammation long after the initial tissue damage. Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is...

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Different administration routes of tranexamic acid in the treatment of melasma

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...

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Dual innervation method to preserve erectile function following prostatectomy

Prostate cancer is the second most prevalent cancer in men. Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) has altered the landscape of prostate cancer treatment. Despite the excellent oncological outcomes...

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Multidisciplinary treatment of molten aluminum combined burn: An unusual case report

Molten aluminum is among the most common causes of burns in the metal industry. However, only few reports are available on molten aluminum injuries. Herein, we report an unusual case of molten aluminum...

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A new technique for correction of iatrogenic upper eyelid retraction by using a composite flap of the orbicularis muscle and fascia on the anterior surface of the tarsal plate

Upper eyelid retraction is a challenging complication of cosmetic upper eyelid blepharoplasty. To avoid extra trauma, we developed a new technique for correcting iatrogenic upper eyelid retraction by...

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Dermal thickness, rather than drug concentration and injection speed, influences the effective area of botulinum toxin type A in the dermis

Recently, microbotulinum, a new technique that involves injecting botulinum toxin type A (BoNTA) microdroplets into superficial cutaneous tissue, has gained popularity. The precise distribution of BoNTA...

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A new technique of monsplasty as an adjunctive procedure in cases of abdominoplasty: A prospective clinical trial

No standard monsplasty technique has existed until now. Although various monsplasty methods have been described, they exhibit high complication rates with sparse postoperative data. Studies that used...

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Role of targeted neuromodulation in the treatment of congenital unilateral lower lip palsy: A clinical case report

Congenital unilateral lower lip palsy (CULLP), or congenital hypoplasia of the depressor anguli oris muscle, also known as asymmetric crying facies, is a rare condition that results in asymmetry of...

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Dupuytren’s disease: A review

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...

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Lipedema: A common though often unrecognized condition

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...

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Lateral circumflex femoral artery perforator flap for the reconstruction of head soft tissue defects: Cross-region venous anastomosis

Owing to its unique characteristics, the lateral circumflex femoral artery perforator (LCFAP) flap is often preferred for repairing head wounds with exposed skulls. However, given the vascular distribution...

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New frontiers in scar management: Adipose tissue transplantation techniques

A scar is a condition characterized by excessive repair of skin tissue, resulting in a fibroproliferative disorder marked by abnormal deposition of extracellular matrix. This disorder typically stems...

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Acute traumatic extratemporal facial nerve injury: A 5-year review

Traumatic facial nerve injury is the second leading cause of facial paralysis, presenting significant challenges such as difficulties with eating, speaking, impaired vision, and loss of facial expression....

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Targeting the extracellular matrix for NF1-associated neurofibroma treatment

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is one of the most common genetic disorders that predisposes patients to benign and malignant tumors of the peripheral nervous system. Plexiform and cutaneous neurofibromas...

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Elucidating the interplay of ferroptosis-related genes in keloid formation: Insights from bioinformatics analysis

Keloids are benign skin tumors characterized by fibroblast proliferation, tumor-like biological behavior, and excessive deposition of extracellular matrix in wounded skin. Ferroptosis, a type of programmed...

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Volumetric measurement techniques for assessment of cutaneous neurofibromas: A review

Cutaneous neurofibroma (cNF) is a prevalent clinical manifestation of neurofibromatosis type 1, significantly affecting the well-being and quality of life of the affected individuals. The adoption of...

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Characteristics and mechanisms of subcutaneous and visceral adipose tissue aging

Aging is one of the most significant health challenges worldwide and is a primary cause of chronic diseases and physiological decline. Among the myriad changes that occur with aging, alterations in...

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Orbital reconstruction: From simple materials to bioengineered solutions

Orbital fractures are a frequent and serious problem for practicing ophthalmologists. The complexity of the pathology is explained by the combined nature of the injuries (often associated with craniofacial...

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Sclerotherapy in a case of multiple glomuvenous malformation

In this study, we present a representative case of multiple glomuvenous malformation in a 12-year-old female patient. Approximately five years ago, the patient developed multiple blue-purple papules...

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Evaluation of the versatility of perforators-enhanced rhomboid flap technique for ischial sores reconstruction

Prolonged pressure on the skin known as pressure sores, can cause frequent injuries to the skin and underlying tissues. However, several prevention approaches, including non-surgical and surgical management,...

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3D image system improves the learning curve and contributes to medical education of rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a complex surgical procedure that requires critical analysis and precise design before surgery, making it a challenging operation for both the surgical team and medical educators. This...

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