A Randomized Controlled Comparison of Guardian-Perceived Cosmetic Outcome of Simple Lacerations Repaired With Either Dermabond, Steri-Strips, or Absorbable Sutures.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the guardian-perceived 3-month cosmetic outcome for pediatric lacerations repaired with absorbable sutures, Dermabond, or Steri-Strips. Secondarily, pain and satisfaction with the procedure from both guardian and provider perspectives were compared.

Methods: In this randomized controlled trial, we enrolled a convenience sample of children aged 0 to <18 years who presented with simple linear lacerations (≤5 cm in length, ≤0.

Comparison of Telfa Rolling and a Closed Washing System for Autologous Fat Processing Techniques in Postmastectomy Breast Reconstruction.

Background: The purpose of this study was to compare the commonly used fat grafting techniques-Telfa rolling and a closed washing system-in breast reconstruction patients.

Methods: Consecutive patients undergoing fat grafting were retrospectively reviewed and grouped by technique. Patients with less than 180 days of follow-up were excluded.

Plastic Surgery Patient Expectations for Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions.

Background: The opioid epidemic is a healthcare crisis perpetuated by analgesic overprescribing. Despite public health attention on this issue, expectations for pain management and opioid use by plastic surgery patients are poorly understood. This study aimed to evaluate patient expectations of postoperative pain, concern for opioid dependence, and anticipated analgesic plan after plastic surgery.

Reducing Opioid Prescribing After Ambulatory Plastic Surgery With an Opioid-Restrictive Pain Protocol.

Background: Opioids are often prescribed in excess, or unnecessarily, after ambulatory surgery. Perioperative opioid stewardships should be a priority with an emphasis on multimodal pain control.

Methods: In this prospective cohort study, prescribing patterns after implementation of an opioid-restrictive pain protocol, Plastic Surgery Initiative to provide Controlled Analgesia and Safe Surgical Outcomes (PICASSO), were compared with historical controls in an academic plastic surgery department.

Current Perceptions of the Aesthetically Ideal Position and Size of the Male Nipple-Areola Complex.

Background: The dimensions of the nipple-areola complex (NAC) and its location on the chest wall are important aesthetic factors in male breast surgery.

Objectives: This study examines the perceptions of aesthetic surgeons and the general population for the aesthetically ideal position and size of male NAC.

Methods: An online survey was distributed to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) members and to the general population.