Indian J Plast Surg
December 2024
Chin augmentation can dramatically transform a patient's appearance. Various techniques are in use, each with their specific problems and limitations. We present the first case report from the Indian subcontinent using a custom 3D-printed, bioresorbable polycaprolactone implant.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFHamartomas are rare, benign pseudotumors consisting of a mixture of ducts, lobules, fibrous stroma, and adipose tissue. Despite their benign nature, these lesions can present significant clinical challenges and may be underrecognized. A 48-year-old female presented with a progressively enlarging lump in the right breast over eight years.
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