Breast sensorisexual function: a novel patient-reported outcome measure of sexual sensory functions of the breast.

Background: A validated measure assessing sexual sensory functions of the breast is needed to optimize sexual and other health outcomes after breast procedures.

Aim: To describe the development of a patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) to assess breast sensorisexual function (BSF).

Methods: We applied the PROMIS standards (Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System) for measure development and evaluation of validity.

Techniques and Applications of Lower Extremity Feminization and Masculinization.

Background: Significant differences exist between feminine and masculine lower extremities, and this region contributes to gender dysphoria in transgender and nonbinary individuals.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted for primary literature on lower extremity (LE) gender affirmation techniques as well as anthropometric differences between male and female lower extremities, which could guide surgical planning. Multiple databases were searched for articles before June 2, 2021 using Medical Subject Headings.

Melting the Plastic Ceiling: Where We Currently Stand on Measures to Support Women in Academic Plastic Surgery.

Background: Previous studies have provided recommendations for increasing female leadership in academic plastic surgery. This study quantifies the extent to which these recommendations have been met in plastic surgery residency programs and identifies remaining institutional barriers to the advancement of women in academic plastic surgery.

Methods: An electronic survey was designed to quantify select recommendations for promoting female leadership in academic plastic surgery.

Using Google to Trend Patient Interest in Botulinum Toxin and Hyaluronic Acid Fillers.

Introduction: Google Search is an important tool for patients researching skin care treatments and finding dermatologists. Data from individual patient’s searches are aggregated by Google and yield powerful data sets that can be used to trend population behaviors. This study investigates the correlations between the volume of Google searches and the number of procedures performed annually for both botulinum toxin type A and hyaluronic acid tissue fillers.

Googling Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for Patient Insights into the Latest Trends.

Background: Analysis of Internet search patterns is rapidly transforming the study of human behavior. Google's data, accessed through Google Trends, have proven extremely insightful in several fields of medical research. Despite its adoption in other fields of medicine, Google Trends has not yet been explored in the field of plastic surgery.

Assessing Quality of Life and Patient-Reported Satisfaction with Masculinizing Top Surgery: A Mixed-Methods Descriptive Survey Study.

Background: Masculinizing top surgery (bilateral mastectomy with chest wall reconstruction) is an important gender-affirming procedure sought by many transmasculine and nonbinary individuals. Current literature is focused primarily on details of surgical technique and complication rates, with limited data available on how top surgery affects subjective quality-of-life measures.

Methods: An anonymous online survey was distributed to 81 of the senior author's former top-surgery patients.

Current status of simulation training in plastic surgery residency programs: A review.

Increased emphasis on competency-based learning modules and widespread departure from traditional models of Halstedian apprenticeship have made surgical simulation an increasingly appealing component of medical education. Surgical simulators are available in numerous modalities, including virtual, synthetic, animal, and non-living models. The ideal surgical simulator would facilitate the acquisition and refinement of surgical skills prior to clinical application, by mimicking the size, color, texture, recoil, and environment of the operating room.

Platelet rich plasma for photodamaged skin: A pilot study.

Introduction: Despite increasing popularity of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in treating aging facial skin, the quality of evidence supporting its use is poor due to the lack of consistent methods of its preparation and application.

Objective: This study was conducted to assess treatment efficacy and patient satisfaction with a single PRP treatment prepared with a simplified preparation and application technique.

Methods: Four millilitre of PRP were injected into 6 standardized points on each side of the face.

Modified Nipple Flap with Free Areolar Graft for Component Nipple-Areola Complex Construction: Outcomes with a Novel Technique for Chest Wall Reconstruction in Transgender Men.

Background: A primary goal in chest wall reconstruction ("top surgery") for trans men is achieving a symmetric, aesthetically pleasing position of the reconstructed male nipple-areola complex.

Methods: The senior author's (A.H.

The Implications of Barbed Sutures on Scar Aesthetics: A Systematic Review.

Background: Barbed sutures have become increasingly popular in the field of aesthetic plastic surgery, particularly in body contouring and breast operations, in which the use of barbed sutures may offer both time and cost savings. Scar aesthetics is an important outcome for both surgeons and patients in these procedures; however, there is a paucity of studies assessing the aesthetic outcome of barbed sutures with regard to scarring.

Methods: A systematic review of the PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane databases was performed from the date of their inception through July of 2017 using the search terms "barbed suture" combined with "scar" or "wound.

The Evolving Presence of Women in Academic Plastic Surgery: A Study of the Past 40 Years.

Background: Among surgical subspecialties, plastic surgery holds the highest percentage of women, and, the female contingent of board-certified plastic surgeons and trainees has grown steadily. However, their academic impact has been underestimated. We present the academic footprint of female plastic surgeons over the past 40 years.

Evaluating Platelet-Rich Therapy for Facial Aesthetics and Alopecia: A Critical Review of the Literature.

Background: Despite the growing popularity of platelet-rich plasma, existing evidence supporting its efficacy remains controversial due to the lack of large-scale studies and standardized protocols for preparation and application. This article reviews its use in facial rejuvenation, fat grafting, acne scarring, and androgenic alopecia. Emphasis is placed on comparing methods of platelet-rich plasma preparation and application across studies.

Analysis of spin in the reporting of studies of topical treatments of photoaged skin.

Background: Spin-reporting that distorts the interpretation of results-is not unusual within scientific literature.

Objective: To appraise strategies of spin among placebo-controlled double-blind clinical trials of topical treatments for photoaged skin.

Methods: A systematic review of the literature was performed to identify placebo-controlled double-blind clinical trials of topical treatments for photoaged skin.