Cyber social proof and hazard: Investigating the impact of social media on pediatric burn incidents - Analysis and comprehensive literature review.

Investigating the growing concern of pediatric burn injuries caused by social media challenges. Adolescents, seeking fame or succumbing to peer pressure, engage in risky behaviors, recording and sharing them online. The study presents two case reports detailing severe burn injuries resulting from such challenges, highlighting the physical and psychological toll on affected children and their families.

Prophylactic Venous Supercharging in Deep Inferior Epigastric Artery Perforator Flap Surgery: A Retrospective Dual-Center Study.

Background:  Deep inferior epigastric artery perforator (DIEP) flap is nowadays considered the gold standard in breast reconstruction. However, venous congestion is still a leading cause of free flap failure. Despite the conspicuous articles regarding the use of a secondary venous anastomosis, there is a lack in the literature regarding the prophylactic use of a secondary venous route to reduce the incidence of complications during breast reconstruction.

Implementing Nexobrid for Burn Debridement in a Major Italian Burn Center: A Retrospective Review of Patient Outcomes.

This retrospective study examines the implementation of Nexobrid, an enzymatic debriding agent developed from bromelain, for burn debridement in a major Italian burn center. With previous research showing encouraging results for Nexobrid in terms of reducing the need for surgical intervention and faster eschar removal, the current study aims to add to the growing body of evidence regarding its potential benefits and limitations. The patient database was utilized to identify patients who received Nexobrid treatment between October 2019 and June 2023.