Use of Bovine Xenografts for Nasal Defects After Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

Background: Nasal defects after skin cancer excision can often be healed by second intention in certain circumstances.

Objective: We aim to demonstrate the utility of bovine collagen xenografts in supplementing second-intention healing of a variety of nose surgical defects.

Results: Thirty-nine patients underwent Mohs micrographic surgery of the nasal tip (33%), ala (23%), dorsum (31%), sidewall (10%), and root (3%) with the application of bovine collagen xenograft.

Effect of Skin Type on Efficacy of Laser Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Literature.

The use of low-light laser therapy to treat androgenetic alopecia is a promising modality to restore hair growth. However, the effect of skin color on response to laser therapy for hair growth has not been systematically explored in the literature. The objective of this study is to systematically assess through a comprehensive literature search of the MEDLINE database whether skin type data were collected in clinical trials and analyzed in each study and determine if we can estimate an effect.

Gender Differences in Clinical Practice and Medicare Reimbursement Among Mohs Surgeons.

Objective: To evaluate Medicare reimbursement and clinical activity between male and female dermatologic surgeons.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective review of the Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment data from 2018 was performed for all dermatologists performing MMS. Provider gender, place of service, number of services, and average payment per service was recorded for all relevant procedure codes.

Large, linear pigmentation anomaly: an unusual dyspigmentation case.

Segmental pigmentation anomalies can be further divided into segmental pigmentation disorder (SPD) complex and café-au-lait macules (CALMs). Both are congenital skin conditions characterized by hyper- or hypopigmentation. Segmental pigmentation disorder is a rare entity, whereas CALMs are common skin lesions that may be associated with various genetic conditions, especially when several are present and the patient has other indicators of a genetic abnormality.

Teledermatology and Skin of Color Patients.

The COVID-19 pandemic popularized telemedicine for many medical systems around the world. Although it came with many advantages for some individuals, it created challenges for other populations, particularly patients with skin of color and minority populations (largely comprised of patients with skin of color). The social determinants of health (SODH) are defined as individuals' living, working, and learning circumstances that can affect their health and quality of life.

Dermatologic Care of Hair in Transgender Patients: A Systematic Review of Literature.

Transgender patients on masculinizing and feminizing hormonal therapy undergo myriad physical and psychologic changes. Dermatologists are uniquely qualified to guide patients in the gender-affirming process, especially as it relates to hair. Given the paucity of literature guiding dermatologists in this process, a systematic review was performed to better understand the physiologic changes of hair in patients on masculinizing and feminizing hormonal therapy as well as the variety of treatment options that exist to help transgender patients to attain their desired hair growth pattern.

Characterizing the role of dermatologists in developing artificial intelligence for assessment of skin cancer.

Background: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) for skin cancer assessment has been an emerging topic in dermatology. Leadership of dermatologists is necessary in defining how these technologies fit into clinical practice.

Objective: To characterize the evolution of AI in skin cancer assessment and characterize the involvement of dermatologists in developing these technologies.

Sexual dysfunction in men taking systemic dermatologic medication: A systematic review.

Background: Prescription medications are among the most common causes of sexual dysfunction, and patients are often hesitant to seek help when experiencing these symptoms.

Objective: In this review, we identify the available evidence of sexual adverse effects in men using systemic dermatologic medications and suggest screening protocols and actions that may improve a patient's symptoms where possible.

Methods: A systematic review was conducted of all articles in the PubMed database published from the time of inception to May 2018 to identify studies evaluating the use of systemic dermatologic medications in men with evidence of sexual adverse effects.

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.

Flap Reconstruction of Sarcoma Defects in the Setting of Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Radiation.

Background:  Limb-sparing treatment of extremity soft tissue sarcomas requires wide resections and radiation therapy. The resulting complex composite defects necessitate reconstructions using either muscle or fasciocutaneous flaps, often in irradiated wound beds.

Methods:  A retrospective chart review was performed of all limb-sparing soft tissue sarcoma resections requiring immediate flap reconstruction from 2012 through 2016.

Infertility and teratogenicity after paternal exposure to systemic dermatologic medications: A systematic review.

Background: This systematic review assesses effects of paternal exposure to dermatologic medications by using the former US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) pregnancy categories as a benchmark.

Objective: To assess whether systemic dermatologic medications can cause infertility and teratogenicity when taken by men.

Methods: Categories D and X dermatologic medications were identified; a systematic review of the literature and reviews of the FDA Adverse Events Reporting System and prescribing information were performed to identify the effects of these medications on male fertility and teratogenicity.

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.