The Utility of Indocyanine Green Near-Infrared Fluoroangiographyin Assessing Mastectomy Skin Flap Perfusion.

Breast reconstruction with implants is now the preferred procedure following mastectomies. For successful reconstruction, accurate evaluation of the patient and skin flap viability is essential. This study aimed to analyze the impact of risk factors on mastectomy skin flap necrosis (MSFN) and the effectiveness of indocyanine green angiography (ICGA) in preventing complications.

The effectiveness of negative pressure wound therapy in enhancing skin graft uptake on a burned lower leg stump: A case report.

Introduction: Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a beneficial tool for enhancing the local conditions of complex wounds. Clinical evidence supports its application in the management of burn injuries; however, limited data are available concerning the effectiveness of NPWT on dermal substitutes and skin grafts.

Case Report: A 29-year-old female patient was referred to our clinic after sustaining severe burns in a road accident.

Case Report: A new variant of the forehead flap for subtotal nose reconstruction in a single stage: the dragonfly flap.

Background: The forehead flap is probably the most used method for nose reconstruction after cancer resection. During the past century, this technique has been continuously refined to achieve better functional and aesthetic outcomes. Different variations have been described, with the original technique being modified based on tissue loss, the layer to be replaced, and the management of the donor area.

Dermoscopy Education for Plastic Surgery Residents: How a Brief Theoretical Course and Practical Training Have an Impact.

Background: Currently, the evaluation of pigmented skin lesions relies on dermoscopy, which has become the standard of care. As melanoma is one of the principal areas of expertise in plastic surgery, it is essential that diagnostic skills be acquired during the course of specialization. This study aimed to assess the impact and effectiveness of a brief and intensive dermoscopy training program for plastic surgery residents.

Aesthetic Surgery Tourism: An Opportunity or a Danger?

Background: Medical and surgical tourism is a rapidly growing phenomenon in post-pandemic Europe. The exodus of patients abroad to perform surgery, especially cosmetic treatments, is spreading recently in industrialized countries. In the social media era, the ease of access to advertising about surgical procedures and their costs favors traveling.