Publications by authors named "J L Villarreal-Salgado"

Mammary hypertrophy, or macromastia, is an increase in breast tissue volume due to multiple etiologies and still unknown pathophysiology. We report the case of a 45-year-old patient with juvenile macromastia, which caused cervical pain and decreased quality of life. It was decided to perform a reduction mammoplasty with a modified McKissock technique with a free nipple graft; the resected glandular tissue was 1039 grams in the right breast and 1029 grams in the left breast.

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In plastic surgery, the reconstructive ladder is a systematic approach used to guide the planning and execution of reconstructive procedures. The use of autologous tissues is preferred in the breast reconstruction process due to the multiple advantages they offer. The latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap has been the therapeutic option of choice in these cases, replacing other surgical techniques because of the high adaptability and low complication rates.

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Introduction And Importance: Polybrachysyndactyly is the combination of malformations and is considered a congenital anomaly that is very difficult to treat. In addition to presenting as a disabling entity, it is a reason for little acceptance under the aesthetic standards established by society.

Case Presentation: 6-year-old male patient with polybrachysyndactyly in all 4 extremities.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Nodular melanoma is a rapidly growing and aggressive form of skin cancer, often appearing non-cancerous but can affect mucosal areas and the trunk; this makes it significant to detect early for treatment.
  • - A 70-year-old woman presented with a suspicious skin lesion that showed irregular borders and varied colors, ultimately diagnosed as nodular polypoid melanoma after biopsy; she underwent wide excision surgery.
  • - The surgery involved removing a large tissue section, but despite the extensive procedure, the patient's recovery has been positive, demonstrating that aggressive surgery can lead to good outcomes in such cases.
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Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome has attracted attention as an occupational disease due to the dramatic increase on its magnitude, and its prevalence in the general population, who's has been reported from a 0.6 to 3.4%.

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