High-Resolution Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Aging Upper Face Fat Compartments.

Background: Age-related changes in fat compartments have yet to be fully characterized. Uncertainty remains in terms of volume gains/losses or shape fluctuations over time. The authors' aim was to determine the evolution of subcutaneous fat in the aging upper face, focusing on shifts in volume and dimension.

Homeotic and Embryonic Gene Expression in Breast Adipose Tissue and in Adipose Tissues Used as Donor Sites in Plastic Surgery.

Background: Autologous fat grafting has become an essential procedure in breast reconstructive surgery. However, molecular knowledge of different adipose donor sites remains inadequate. Tissue regeneration studies have shown that it is essential to match the Hox code of transplanted cells and host tissues to achieve correct repair.

Inferior Cubital Artery Perforator Flap for Soft-Tissue Coverage of the Elbow: Anatomical Study and Clinical Application.

Background: Soft-tissue defects surrounding the elbow can be a challenging problem for the orthopaedic surgeon. Reliable reconstruction with use of muscular flaps or even perforator flaps derived from the surrounding vessels has been described. The inferior cubital artery (ICA) is an indirect septocutaneous perforator branch that most frequently arises from the lateral side of the radial artery.

Facial artery perforator flap for reconstruction of perinasal defects: An anatomical study and clinical application.

Background: The concept of the facial artery perforator flap was developed for improved freedom during the reconstruction of perioral and perinasal defects. This flap enables tailor-made reconstruction and a shift from the traditional two-stage procedure to a one-stage technique. In this cadaveric study, the authors quantify the number, length, and diameter of facial artery perforators (FAPs) and present their clinical experience with the FAP flap.

Total Upper and Lower Eyelid Reconstruction: A Rare Procedure--A Report of Two Cases.

Unlabelled: Reconstruction after total amputation of the upper and lower eyelids with preserved globe is rare. The primary goal is immediate corneal protection. The second goal is to restore mobility, occlusion, and facial symmetry.

A Cadaveric Study of the Arterial Blood Supply of the Labia Minora.

Background: Labiaplasty has become a rather common operation. The main complication of the different surgical techniques is the dehiscence of the suture line. The dehiscence rate varies among the different techniques, and this may imply that the vascular anatomy is not respected in some cases.

Autologous fat grafting and breast cancer recurrences: retrospective analysis of a series of 100 procedures in 64 patients.

Autologous fat transfer (AFT) enhances the cosmetic results of breast reconstruction and corrects breast conserving operation sequelae. The question of its oncological safety remains, as in-vitro experiences have shown that adipocytes can stimulate cancer cell proliferation. This study analysed the records of patients who had AFT after breast cancer from 2004-2009.

Efficacy of leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin in wound healing: a randomized controlled clinical trial.

Background: Application of platelet concentrates to wounds could speed healing. Leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin, a relatively recent development, stands out from the other preparations. This prospective, randomized, controlled clinical trial studied the rate of healing of postoperative hand wounds after a single application of leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin.

A formula for implant volume choice in breast reconstruction after nipple sparing mastectomy.

Implant choice after Nipple Sparing Mastectomy (NSM) is a problematic perioperative issue. In this retrospective study, the authors searched for a correlation between mastectomy weight and implant volume choice after NSM. A mathematical expression of this correlation was found that might help surgeons decide implant volume after NSM.

Hypopharyngeal perforation because of blunt neck trauma.

Hypopharyngeal rupture because of blunt neck trauma is an extremely rare clinical entity. Early diagnosis and appropriate management are of great importance, given that an overlooked injury can lead to catastrophic consequences. We herein describe the case of a 21-year-old man who presented with a knee injury after a low-speed motor cycle accident, but was otherwise asymptomatic.