Radiofrequency and pulsed electromagnetic field application following liposuction-Clinical evaluation of performance and safety.

Objective: With more than 1.5 million performed procedures, liposuction was the second most performed esthetic surgical procedure all over the world in males and in females in the year 2020. The objective of this open-label, evaluator-blinded study was to assess the efficacy and safety of an energy-based device that combines multipolar radiofrequency with pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) in patients that underwent liposuction.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Evaluation of Socio-Economic Impact on Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Providers.

Background: In many countries, the worldwide spread of COVID-19 has led to a near total stop of non-urgent, elective surgeries across all specialties during the first wave's peak of the pandemic. For providers of aesthetic surgery procedures or minimal invasive cosmetic treatments, this led to a huge socio-economic impact worldwide. In order to evaluate valid clinical management strategies for future pandemic events and to overcome the challenges imposed by the current pandemic, it is paramount to analyse the socio-economic effects caused by the COVID-19 crisis.

The Multiple Rhomboid Vector Suture-Our Experience of Two Years with a Modified Suspension Approach for SMAS Plication Facelifts.

Purse string sutures in superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) plication facelifts may cause technique-related problems, such as soft tissue deformities, dimpling, and bulkiness inside and between the independent sutures. Therefore, the authors have developed a new approach named the multiple rhomboid vector (MRV) suture. A total of 103 patients (89 female, 14 male patients; median age: 57 years) received a primary rhytidectomy with the MRV SMAS plication suture in our clinic (2015-2017).

An Update on the Posterior Earlobe/Concha Mastoid Suspension Suture to Correct "Pixie Ear" Following Facelift: Review of 40 Cases.

Background: Auricular displacement (AD) and earlobe distortion, such as "pixie ear," are commonly seen deformities after rhytidectomies. In 2018, the authors of this article published a prophylactic technique (posterior earlobe rotation flap [PERF] and concha-mastoid suspension suture [CMSS]) to prevent such cosmetic-related complications in primary facelift surgery. Here, the authors review the utilization of this technique to correct such deformities in patients receiving revision facelift surgeries.

Cook-Swartz Doppler Probe Surveillance for Free Flaps-Defining Pros and Cons.

 The main postoperative complication of free flaps is perfusion compromise. Urgent intervention is critical to increase the chances of flap survival. Invasive flap perfusion monitoring with direct blood flow feedback through the Cook-Swartz Doppler probe could enable earlier detection of perfusion complications.

Risk Factors for Complications after Skin-Sparing and Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy.

Introduction: In order to achieve a complication-free breast reconstruction, it is fundamental for each individual patient case to determine preoperatively certain risk factors that might have a negative impact on the postoperative result after skin-sparing (SSM) or nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM).

Methods: A retrospective study of 39 female breast cancer patients who received SSM or NSM breast reconstruction in our department (time interval: 2010-2015), was performed. The study focus is on determining patient characteristics (e.

[Plastic-reconstructive treatment options for burns caused by concrete exposure].

Background: In industry as well as in the private sector, cement is often used as building material. Although severe skin injuries are known to be caused due to improper handling of cement, the incidence and severity of these cutaneous injuries are often underestimated. Heavy cement burns are rare but in our centers the authors treat affected patients on a regular basis.

Corrigendum to "Evaluation of Complication Rates after Breast Surgery Using Acellular Dermal Matrix: Median Follow-Up of Three Years".

[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1155/2017/1283735.].

Functional Reconstruction with Latissimus Dorsi Flap following Resection of an Extensive Basal Cell Carcinoma in the Shoulder Region: A Case Report.

Large and ulcerating skin tumors have become a rarity in the modern Western world. However, these conditions can cause serious life-threatening complications. The case of a 60-year-old male Caucasian patient is reported, who had suffered from an extensive basal cell carcinoma in the right shoulder region for several years.

Correction and Prevention of the Pixie Ear Deformity: A Combined Technique.

Background: Ear and earlobe deformities after surgical rhytidectomy are common and can significantly diminish the aesthetic outcome. The main causes of ear/earlobe distortion are skin overresection, an imbalance between vertical/horizontal skin-lift vectors, and tractional distortions through superficial muscularaponeurotic system (SMAS) tension.

Objectives: To demonstrate a new method for earlobe suturing and ear fixation that would prevent aesthetics-related complications after facelift surgery.

Recurrent 8-Year Ongoing Unilateral Breast Seroma Formation after PIP Implant Removal-A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

Late seroma formation is a rare complication after implant-based breast enlargement surgery and even less frequent after implant removal. This case report presents a case of painful recurrent seroma formation after the removal of a ruptured Poly Implants Prothèse implant. A 52-year-old patient presented herself in our clinic with a clinical history of recurrent unilateral seroma of the right breast over a period of 8 years after the initial unilateral implant removal.

Removal of Polyacrylamide Gel (Aquamid) from the Lip as a Solution for Late-Onset Complications: Our 8-Year Experience.

Background: The polyacrylamide hydrogel Aquamid has been used as a permanent filler to enhance facial soft tissue volume and correct wrinkles since 2001. Various long-term studies have proved the safety of the product. Nonetheless, if complications such as migration occur, they can be difficult to treat.

The liquid facelift: First hands-on experience with facial water jet-assisted liposuction as an additive technique for rhytidectomy - a case series of 25 patients.

Objective: Recently, water jet-assisted liposuction (WAL) was successfully applied by several other authors to remove fat and induce skin contraction in nonfacial body areas. Extending the range of indications for this new method, the authors of this article report on their first experience with its use in facial contouring, fat harvesting, and hydrodissection of the facial skin flap in rhytidectomy in a case series of 25 patients.

Methods: Twenty-five patients (median age: 56 years) had facelift surgery under sedation, and the WAL technique was used for facial contouring, fat harvesting for facial lipotransfer, and hydrodissection of the facial skin flap.

Trendy Tattoos-Maybe a Serious Health Risk?

Background: The literature reports many cases of cutaneous malignancy in the setting of skin tattoos. In this study, we review the reported incidence of and risk factors for tattoo-associated skin cancer.

Methods: A PubMed literature review was performed for all cases of tattoo-associated skin cancer, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, malignant melanoma, keratoacanthoma, and other rare skin malignancies (source: PubMed/until June 2017).

Evaluation of Complication Rates after Breast Surgery Using Acellular Dermal Matrix: Median Follow-Up of Three Years.

Introduction: Acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) are now commonly used for breast reconstruction surgery. There are various products available: ADMs derived from human (HADM), porcine (PADM), or bovine (BADM) sources. Detailed long-term follow-up studies are necessary to detect differences in complication rates between these products.

[Quo vadis DGPRÄC: associated members' goals for the future].

Plastic surgery is extremely diverse and offers various fields of work. To provide optimal support for plastic surgeons in training, it is therefore paramount to know their mid- and long-term goals. To that end, we conducted a web-based survey among the 462 associated members of the German Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (DGPRÄC).

Multiple Recurrences in Aggressive Forms of Dupuytren's Disease-Can Patients Benefit from Repeated Selective Fasciectomy?

Background: In Dupuytren's disease (DD), limited fasciectomy is the mainstay of surgical therapy in patients at risk of contractures and disease recurrences. New minimally invasive treatments such as injection of collagenase have evolved as a common tool for the preliminary treatment of Dupuytren's contractures. However, recurrences and their therapy remain controversial.

In vitro study of physical properties of various embolization particles regarding morphology before, during and after catheter passage.

Objective: To evaluate various embolization particles on their physical properties with special regard on morphological variability and elasticity.

Methods: 8 embolization particles (EmboCept®, Contour SE® Microspheres, Embosphere® Micorspheres 400 μm, 500 μm, 1300 μm, Embozene® Microspheres, DC Beads®, Embozene Tandem®) were evaluated and graduated from 1-6 microscopically due to morphologic changes in vitro before, during and after their catheter passage by 4 blinded reviewers. To facilitate comparison, microscopic images were provided with a scale.

Biobrane versus topical agents in the treatment of adult scald burns.

Background: Limited data is available for treatment of scald lesions in adults. The use of the biosynthetic matrix Biobrane has been suggested as treatment option with more benefits over topical dressings. Application of Biobrane in scalds in our center led to a perceived increase of infection, secondary deepening, surgery and length of stay.

Plastic reconstructive surgery techniques for defect coverage of extended skull base defects.

Background And Aim: Large skull base defects are extremely difficult to treat and have a severe impact on patients' physical appearance and functional aspects. These extensive defect zones are mainly caused by trauma, surgical interventions, or wide tumor excision. High-level microsurgical techniques are necessary to provide sufficient treatment.

Plastic reconstructive surgery techniques using VRAM or gracilis flaps in order to successfully treat complex urogenital fistulas.

Background: Urogenital fistulas are devastating complications occurring after tumors or trauma. Surgical treatment is challenging. Thus, further surgical repair options are needed for treatment of complex fistulas within the pelvic region.

Squamous-cell Carcinoma Arises in Red Parts of Multicolored Tattoo within Months.

Skin cancer formation is on the rise. Only a few case reports, which focus on skin cancer being caused by tattoos, have been published so far. Our aim is to determine whether skin cancer occurrence can be triggered by tattoos.

Prospective clinical study on digital nerve repair with collagen nerve conduits and review of literature.

Little data are available concerning conduit repair of digital nerve lesions. We are presenting a prospective two-center cohort study on digital nerve reconstruction with collagen nerve conduits. The data are put into the context of a comprehensive review of existing literature.