Publications by authors named "Colin T Brewster"

Background: Nonsurgical rhinoplasty with injectable dermal fillers has become an increasingly popular alternative to surgical procedures, in view of its relative low cost, convenience and rapid recovery, and low risk profile. The safety and efficacy of nonsurgical rhinoplasty remains a relatively contentious and ambiguous matter, given that there are few large-scale series reporting results or complications. This study reports the experience of a single clinician performing nonsurgical rhinoplasty in the largest cohort to date.

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The aim of this study was to analyse the management of nail bed injuries from a clinical and economic perspective. We carried out a retrospective analysis of nail bed injuries treated operatively at a tertiary Plastic Surgery Hand Trauma Unit during 2016. The National Schedule of Reference Costs (2015-2016) was used to estimate the costs of treating 630 patients.

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Acute blue finger syndrome is a rare benign condition that mimics digital ischaemia. We discuss the case of a 32-year-old woman who presented with a 6hour history of blue discolouration of the middle finger of the right hand, associated with pain and swelling. There was no history of trauma and this was the first time that the patient had experienced these symptoms.

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Objectives: To describe trends in admissions to English hospitals and 30-day in-hospital mortality associated with a primary diagnosis of burns.

Design: Descriptive population-based study.

Setting: England.

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Objective: To assess the contemporary caseload of NHS plastic surgeons.

Design: Descriptive study.

Setting: Scotland.

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