Publications by authors named "Natalie Joumblat"

Facial stigmata associated with one's assigned gender can be very distressing for the gender dysphoric patient. The lower face and neck contain several structures that play a significant role in their ability to "pass" as their desired gender. Clinical recognition and modification of these structures will allow the patient to have facial and neck features that are consistent with their desired gender.

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Plastic surgery relies on photography for both clinical practice and research. The Photographic Standards in Plastic Surgery laid the foundation for standardized photography in plastic surgery. Despite these advancements, the current literature lacks guidelines for genital photography, thus resulting in a discordance of documentation.

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Mycobacterium chelonae is a nontuberculous mycobacterium, classified as a Runyon type IV mycobacterium. In relation to humans, it is most commonly associated with tissue trauma or pulmonary infections. The majority of medical reports describe finding M.

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Introduction: Laparoscopy during pregnancy is safe and effective, but poses unique challenges because of alterations in the intra-abdominal anatomy induced by the gravid uterus.

Case: A 33-year-old female with an intrauterine pregnancy at 19 weeks' gestation presented with symptoms of appendicitis. Diagnostic laparoscopy resulted in incidental uterine perforation and insufflation.

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