Minimally Invasive Video-Assisted Submuscular Gluteal Augmentation with Implants: An Innovative Technique.

Gluteal augmentation is one of the most requested cosmetic procedures. This article describes the surgical technique and early results of an innovative minimally invasive video-assisted submuscular gluteal augmentation with implants. The authors aimed to perform a technique that would reduce complications and surgical time.

The Celiac Trunk and Its Anatomical Variations: A Cadaveric Study.

Background: The celiac artery, celiac axis or celiac trunk is the first major abdominal branch of the aorta. Anatomic variations and accessory vessels have been reported with variable percentages. The purpose of this study was to report the pattern of the celiac trunk and its anatomic variations in a sample of Mexican population.

Effect of botulinum toxin type A in lateral abdominal wall muscles thickness and length of patients with midline incisional hernia secondary to open abdomen management.

Purpose: Abdominal wall hernia secondary to open abdomen management represents a surgical challenge. The hernia worsens due to lateral muscle retraction. Our objective was to evaluate if Botulinum Toxin Type A (BTA) application in lateral abdominal wall muscles modifies its thickness and length.

Use of botulinum toxin type a before abdominal wall hernia reconstruction.

Background: Abdominal wall hernia repair after open abdomen management represents a surgical challenge, particularly due to muscle tension and lateral retraction. This study was designed to propose the use of Botulinum Toxin Type A (BTA) before abdominal wall hernia repair.

Methods: A prospective study of patients with abdominal wall hernia after open abdomen management was undertaken between September 2007 and January 2009.