A CD31-Derived Peptide Prevents the Development of Antibody-Mediated Lesions in a Rat Model of Aortic Allograft.

Background: Antibody-mediated rejection (AMR) is a major cause of graft loss. The development of donor-specific antibodies (DSAs) directed against the allogeneic HLA molecules expressed by the graft also leads to accelerated arteriosclerosis. CD31 is a protein expressed on endothelial and immune cells, ensuring homeostasis at this interface.

Primary Breast Augmentation with Autologous Fat Grafting Alone: Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction Using the BREAST-Q.

Background: Autologous fat grafting (AFG) for primary aesthetic breast augmentation has grown in popularity over recent years but patient satisfaction has never been objectively evaluated.

Objectives: The aim of the present study was to use the standardized BREAST-Q questionnaire to evaluate satisfaction in patients who had received primary aesthetic breast augmentation with AFG alone.

Methods: All recipients of primary aesthetic breast augmentation by AFG performed between 2013 and 2017 in our plastic surgery department were included.

Experimental study of pedicled subcostal artery perforator (SCAP) flap: A new application in breast reconstruction.

Background: Latissimus dorsi flap is the gold standard for pedicled breast reconstruction but is limited by donor site scarring, which is difficult to conceal, and a high rate of post-operative seroma. We investigated the anatomic characteristics and feasibility of using a subcostal artery perforator (SCAP) flap, which was taken from the flank area and vascularised by a perforator artery through a subcostal pedicle, for a breast reconstruction.

Methods: A literature review was undertaken to determine the anatomy of the SCAP flap pedicle and the vascular supply to this dermal-fat flap.

Paradoxical Adipose Hypertrophy (PAH) After Cryolipolysis.

Background: Cryolipolysis is a minimally invasive technique used to decrease local adipose tissue by thermal cooling. Paradoxical adipose hypertrophy (PAH) is a rare complication of cryolipolysis with important aesthetic consequences.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to describe four cases of PAH after a cryolipolysis treatment.