Background: Dermatome-induced lacerations are a known complication; however, there is a paucity of literature discussing the incidence and predisposing factors. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and risk factors to develop a preventive algorithm.
Methods: An 18-question survey was sent to all US and Canadian burn unit directors.
Background: Desirable candidate characteristics for aesthetic surgery fellowship applicants remain unknown because of a lack of data in the literature.
Objectives: This study aims to identify the criteria used to select applicants for aesthetic surgery fellowship in the United States.
Methods: A 38-question survey was sent in April 2015 to all directors of fellowships endorsed by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (n = 20) in the United States.