Prevalence of Body Dysmorphic Disorder Among Patients Seeking Breast Reconstruction.
Drew B. Metcalfe, MD Claire S. Duggal, MD Allen Gabriel, MD Maurice Y. Nahabedian, MDGrant W. Carlson, MD Albert Losken, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 5, 1 July 2014, Pages 733–737
Published: 01 July 2014
Abstract
Background
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is characterized by a preoccupation with a slight or imagined defect in physical appearance. It has significant...
Necessity of Suction Drains in Gynecomastia Surgery.
Mustafa Keskin, MD Mustafa Sutcu, MD Bulent Cigsar, MD Naci Karacaoglan, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 4, 1 May 2014, Pages 538–544
Published: 01 May 2014
Abstract
Background
The aim of gynecomastia surgery is to restore a normal chest contour with minimal signs of breast surgery.
Objective
The authors examine the rate of complications in gynecomastia surgery when no...
Is There an Ideal Donor Site of Fat for Secondary Breast Reconstruction?
Kevin Small Mihye Choi Oriana Petruolo Christina Lee Nolan Karp
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 4, 1 May 2014, Pages 545–550
Published: 01 May 2014
Abstract
Background
Loss of volume after autologous fat transfer to the breast is well documented, and various methods to improve long-term survival of fat grafts have been investigated (including both distant and neighboring harvest...
Nipple-Areolar Complex Ischemia After Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy With Immediate Implant-Based Reconstruction: Risk Factors and the Success of Conservative Treatment.
Briar L. Dent, MD Kevin Small, MD Alexander Swistel, MD Mia Talmor, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 4, 1 May 2014, Pages 560–570
Published: 01 May 2014
Abstract
Background
Nipple-sparing mastectomy performed via an inframammary fold incision with implant-based reconstruction is an oncologically safe procedure that provides excellent cosmesis.
Objectives
The authors report their...
Anatomic Relationship of the Pectoralis Major and Minor Muscles: A Cadaveric Study.
Erick R. Sanchez, MD Ruston Sanchez, BS Clayton Moliver, MD, FACS
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 2, 1 February 2014, Pages 258–263
Published: 01 February 2014
Abstract
Background
Although the anatomy of the individual pectoralis major and minor muscles has been described previously, never before has the anatomic relationship between these muscles been investigated.
Objective
The...
The Management of Abdominal Contour Defects Following TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction.
Ximena A. Pinell-White, MD Sameer M. Kapadia, MD Albert Losken, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 2, 1 February 2014, Pages 264–271
Published: 01 February 2014
Abstract
Background
Incisional hernia can develop following breast reconstruction with abdominal tissue regardless of technique, and the management is often challenging.
Objectives
The authors characterize hernias following...
An Outcome Analysis of Intraoperative Angiography for Postmastectomy Breast Reconstruction.
Claire S. Duggal, MD Tarik Madni, BS Albert Losken, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 1, 1 January 2014, Pages 61–65
Abstract
Background
Intraoperative angiography is a useful tool for predicting both tissue perfusion during postmastectomy breast reconstruction and mastectomy flap and free flap survival.
Objectives
The authors determine whether the routine use of laser-assisted...
Filling Effects, Persistence, and Safety of Dermal Fillers Formulated With Stem Cells in an Animal Model
Maciej Nowacki Katarzyna Pietkun Marta Pokrywczyńska Marta RasmusKarolina Warda Tomasz Kloskowski Arkadiusz Jundziłł Maciej Gagat Alina GrzankaMagdalena Bodnar
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 8, 1 November 2014, Pages 1261–1269
Published: 01 November 2014
Abstract
Background
Research is scarce regarding the effectiveness of dermal fillers containing autologous stem cells....
Topical Cyperus rotundus Oil: A New Therapeutic Modality With Comparable Efficacy to Alexandrite Laser Photo-Epilation.
p>Ghada Farouk Abd El-Kaream Mohammed, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 2, 1 February 2014, Pages 298–305
Published: 01 February 2014
Abstract
Background
Topical Cyperus rotundus oil is an effective and safe method to decrease hair growth. The oil’s flavonoids have antiandrogenic activity on androgenic hair. To date, there have been no randomized controlled trials comparing...
A Comparative Analysis of Readmission Rates After Outpatient Cosmetic Surgery.
Lauren M. Mioton, BS Mohammed S. Alghoul, MD John Y. S. Kim, MD
Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Volume 34, Issue 2, 1 February 2014, Pages 317–323
Abstract
Background
Despite the increasing scrutiny of surgical procedures, outpatient cosmetic surgery has an established record of safety and efficacy. A key measure in assessing surgical outcomes is the examination of readmission rates. However, there...