Evaluation and Optimization of the Wallace Rule of Nines for the Estimation of Total Body Surface Area in Obese and Nonobese Populations.

Background: Currently, the Wallace Rule of Nines is the most widely used method to measure total body surface area (TBSA) in burned patients due to its practicality and speed in its application; however, it often provides inaccurate estimations in obese patients, affecting the fluid resuscitation process.

Objective: In this study, we aimed to modify and optimize the Rule of Nines' values for its application in these patients.

Methods: We compared the estimations of the TBSA established by the Wallace Rule of Nines against the measurements of the three-dimensional (3D) software Skanect - Meshmixer 3.

Lipoinjection with Adipose Stem Cells for Nasal Modeling: Rhino Cell, a Highly Versatile Alternative.

It is undeniable that a significant number of patients who want to improve their facial appearance is increasingly interested in nonsurgical procedures. Without a doubt, the use of autologous fat could not be left out as a magnificent alternative for nasal modeling simply because of four influential factors: ease of collection, compatibility, the temporality of the results, and safety. This work describes an innovative alternative technique for nasal modeling using micrografts enriched with adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ASCs).

Effect of exogenous lipase on subcutaneous adipose tissue in a porcine animal model.

Background: Topical exogenous lipase has been approved for cosmetic use and has been used to mobilize fat from adipocytes. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of exogenous lipase in the subcutaneous adipose tissue.

Methods: Three different concentrations of exogenous lipase 1× (2 Units per ml), 5× (10 units per ml), and 10× (20 units per ml) were applied in a porcine model.

Effectiveness of surgical treatment in chronic migraine.

Objective: Migraine affects more than 35 million people in the United States of America, and 10% of the population in the world. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of surgical treatment in chronic migraine with frontal or occipital trigger areas.

Methods: We designed a pilot, proof of concept, and prospective study to analyze the effectiveness of surgical release of trigger nerves in severe frontal or occipital chronic migraines.

Effectiveness of surgical treatment in chronic migraine.

Objective: Migraine affects more than 35 million people in the United States of America, and 10% of the population in the world. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of surgical treatment in chronic migraine with frontal or occipital trigger areas.

Methods: We designed a pilot, proof of concept, and prospective study to analyze the effectiveness of surgical release of trigger nerves in severe frontal or occipital chronic migraines.

An alternative technique to define and visualize columellar and nasal tip vectors. Improvement of mestizo nose.

Background: With some frequency, in mestizo rhinoplasty, we focus much of our attention on the nasal tip. This work also highlights the importance of obtaining a proper balance of the columella, achieving a pleasing visual effect of the vector lines that make up the nasal profile (columella and nasal tip vectors).

Methods: We performed a complete medical history in all patients and developed a surgical plan after nasal anatomy analysis.