Publications by authors named "Abeer Alsherawi"

Tranexamic acid (TXA) is an antifibrinolytic agent that is considered as one of the latest interventions currently being investigated in the field of facial aesthetic surgeries, as it is predicted to be effective in reducing intraoperative and postoperative complications of facial aesthetic surgeries. This review focuses on giving readers a comprehensive overview regarding the use of TXA in facial aesthetic surgeries. In this umbrella review, data were extracted from existing systematic reviews and meta-analysis that focused on the use of TXA in facial aesthetic surgeries.

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Umbilicoplasty is one of the main steps in abdominoplasty procedures. Various techniques of umbilicoplasty are performed by surgeons from diverse backgrounds, all aiming for a naturally appearing umbilicus with minimal scarring. In this report, we present two umbilicoplasty methods practiced at our center.

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Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy resulting from compression of the median nerve. This condition is more common in females than in males. The earlier the diagnosis, the better the prognosis and treatment outcomes.

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Our meta-analysis aimed to quantify the association between Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and several risk factors including obesity, smoking, and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). We searched PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and cumulative index to nursing and allied health literature for articles reporting either the odds ratio (OR) or the numbers of HS cases associated with obesity, smoking, or T2DM, and including HS negative controls. Risk of bias was assessed against the risk of bias in non-randomized studies of interventions tool.

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Filler injection has become a commonplace aesthetic procedure. Although the incidence of infection following filler injections is typically low, ranging between 0.04% and 0.

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Brachydactyly is a genetic condition leading to shortened or absent digits in hands or feet. It can occur independently or as part of syndromes. This case focuses on Brachydactyly type B, the rarest form.

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  • Spiroadenomas are rare, benign skin tumors from sweat glands, often appearing as single nodules on the head, neck, and trunk, while their malignant counterpart, Spiradenocarcinoma (MSA), is extremely rare and aggressive, commonly affecting those over 50.
  • A 69-year-old woman with a health history including diabetes and hypertension presented multiple skin swellings, undergoing initial excisions that initially misidentified the lesions before the eventual diagnosis of MSA in 2022.
  • Surgical excision remains the standard treatment for MSA, with an emphasis on wide local excision to reduce metastasis risk, while close monitoring is crucial for identifying recurrences or further spread of
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The risk and metabolic effects of obesity are determined by the distribution of fat throughout the body. It has been proposed that the distribution of abdominal fat is more closely related to the metabolic risks of obesity. High prevalence of overweight and obesity has thereby contributed to an increased uptake of surgical subcutaneous fat removal (SSFR) procedures.

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Introduction: Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) originated as keloid sarcoma, gaining its current designation in 1925. DFSP exhibits slow growth, categorizing it as a low- to intermediate-grade malignant sarcoma. Initially presenting as a small, firm, irregular skin nodule, it undergoes sudden, rapid growth, forming a prominent mass.

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Background Informed consent is a fundamental aspect of modern medical practice that requires effective communication and an ample understanding of medical ethics, patient autonomy, and the legal obligations of healthcare professionals. Maintaining high-quality surgical informed consent is a crucial step in the healthcare process. Thus, we aimed to obtain surgical written consent on abdominoplasty, suction-assisted abdominal dermo lipectomy, and lower body lifting from our hospital database over three months (January to March, 2023) to assess our level across the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) system.

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Seroma is a common complication post many plastic surgery procedures. To overcome this issue, drain insertion became a standard of care in many procedures. Existing methods for fixing the drain like the Roman sandal, purse string, and mesentery have limitations, including loosening and skin problems.

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Congenital nasal masses are very rare presentations. Among these masses is a mucous cyst, which might be considered either a congenital or an acquired mass. Our report presents a case of recurrent dorsal nasal swelling that was initially managed with an open rhinoplasty.

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Global brachial plexus injury (GBPI) mainly affects adults and causes severe life-changing consequences that lead to the deterioration of patients' quality of life. Several surgical approaches have been described and reported in the literature to improve patients' functional ability. A literature review is done on PubMed/MEDLINE and Embase using specific keywords to retrieve relevant articles assessing different surgical approaches for GBPI management.

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Gunshot injuries to the hand and upper extremity can be divided into low and high-energy injuries. Nonballistic firearms such as pellet guns are generally considered low-energy guns but can be associated with serious morbidity and even mortality. Management is tailored according to the severity and type of injured structures.

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Unlabelled: The gracilis muscle flap is a popular choice in reconstructive surgery to repair soft tissue defects or for functional restoration. Little is known on the influence of postoperative application of VAC (vacuum-assisted closure; Kinetic Concepts Inc., San Antonio, Tex.

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