The breadth of literature regarding barbed suture applications in plastic surgery procedures signifies the importance of...
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The breast is appreciated aesthetically and clinically for its shape, projection, and volume.
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During the process of breast augmentation after discussing the safety of implants and cost, the discussion comes down to outcome and expectations.
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In January of 2002, my pastor and close friend Dr. Ed Dobson gave a message on absolutes, beliefs, and preferences.
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A review of systemic anticoagulant use in 517 free flap procedures was performed to determine the associated risk of hematoma formation.
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To demostrate through live surgery various techniques for TRAM flap reconstructin, mastopexy, and breast augmentation.
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This roundtable was conducted live at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons meeting in Chicago, Illinois, in 2005.
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It has been said, "If you do not have any complications, then you are not performing enough surgery."
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Capsular tissue, the interface that forms between an implanted device and body's own soft tissues, has recently been shown to develop its own unique blood supply.
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Quite frankly, I believe as plastic surgeons, we do not specifically follow or track our own patients closely enough to know these answers.
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Colloid cysts are relatively rare benign tumors comprising less than 2% of all intracranial mass lesions.
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Few procedures in reconstructive surgery have had such a profound impact on patient quality of life as total reconstruction of the pharynx and cervical esophagus after laryngopharngectomy.
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In striving to achieve the best aesthetic and functional results in any reconstructive procedure, a number of factors must be recognized and carefully evaluated.
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Traditionally, reduction mammoplasty has been performed on an inpatient basis with a one to two day hospitalization.
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I read with interest Dr. Spear's editorial on revisions and reoperations.
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Viewpoints, pertaining to issues of general interest, are welcome, even if they are not related to items previously published.
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The purpose of this study was to determine whether prior radiotherapy had any effect on the development of postoperative complications in patients undergoing microvascular tissue transfers for reconstruction of head and neck cancer.
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