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Buccal Sulcus Approach to Septal Perforation Repair
08/12/2025
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via...
08/12/2025
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Case Report
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: An Overlooked Diagnosis in the Pediatric Population
08/08/2025
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet...
08/08/2025
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Case Report
A Case of Extrasphincteric Enterocutaneous Fistula After Scrotal Reconstruction for Fournier Gangrene: Use of a Novel Salvage Technique
08/08/2025
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical...
08/08/2025
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Case Report
Extreme Injury of Multiple Hand Extensor Tendons (Zones II to VII) Combined With an Extensive Degloving Injury of the Dorsal Hand: Staged Reconstruction Utilizing Silicon Rods and a Groin Flap
08/06/2025
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal...
08/06/2025
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Original Research
Opioid Prescription Patterns in Hand Surgery: A Medicare Part D Analysis
07/18/2025
Sabrina M. Wang, MD, MPH; Steven L. Zeng, BA; Victoria Wu, BA; Emmanuel O. Emovon, III, BS; J. Andres Hernandez, MD, MBA; William M. Tian, BS; Cynthia Feltner, MD, MPH; Suhail K. Mithani, MD
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional...
07/18/2025
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Original Research
Technique to Reduce Wound Size: The Double-Opposing Purse-String and Horizontal Continuous Closure Algorithm
07/17/2025
Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Lexina R. Patel, BS; Kartik Garg, MD; Quinton L. Carr, BA; Mitchell Peake, MD; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and...
07/17/2025
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Case Report

Triple-Positive PALB-2 Breast Cancer in a 27-Year-Old Male-to-Female Patient
07/17/2025
Kelly C. Ho, BS; Kristin N. Huffman, BS; Madeline J. O’Connor, BA; Payton Sparks, BS; Caden Bozigar; Helene Sterbling, MD; Nora Hansen, MD
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer...
07/17/2025
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Original Research
Fluorescein Dye-Assisted Tangential Excision and Skin Grafting in Hand Burns: Achieving Optimal Cosmetic and Functional Outcomes
07/17/2025
Dylan Singh, MD; Justin H. Wong, BS; Alana A. Parsa, MD; Fereydoun D. Parsa, MD, FACS
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential...
07/17/2025
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Case Q&A
Reconstruction of an Upper Lip Midline Defect With Bilateral Lip Advancement Flaps
07/09/2025
Tomoki Himejima, MD; Michika Fukui, MD, PhD; Sakurako Kunieda, MD; Hiromu Masuoka, MD, PhD; Masakatsu Hihara, MD, PhD; Toshihito Mitsui, MD, PhD; Natsuko Kakudo, MD, PhD
Elderly patient with upper lip morpheaform BCC underwent lateral lip advancement flap yielding excellent aesthetic and functional reconstruction outcomes.
Elderly patient with upper lip morpheaform BCC underwent lateral lip advancement flap yielding excellent aesthetic and functional reconstruction outcomes.
Elderly patient with upper lip...
07/09/2025
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Case Report

From Tooth to Phalanx: The First Reported Case of Porphyromonas endodontalis Causing Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Phalanx
07/08/2025
Hannah Korah, PhD; Meagan Popp; Caleb Bercu, MD; Aaron Berger, MD, PhD
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis...
07/08/2025
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Case Report
Extraction of a TASER 7 Barb Embedded in the Supraorbital Frontal Bone: A Clinical Case Report
07/08/2025
Benjamin B. Scott, MD; José Antonio Arellano, MD; Hilary Y. Liu, BS; Francesco M. Egro, MD, MSc, MRCS
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the...
07/08/2025
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Original Research

Original Research
Opioid Prescription Patterns in Hand Surgery: A Medicare Part D Analysis
07/18/2025
Sabrina M. Wang, MD, MPH; Steven L. Zeng, BA; Victoria Wu, BA; Emmanuel O. Emovon, III, BS; J. Andres Hernandez, MD, MBA; William M. Tian, BS; Cynthia Feltner, MD, MPH; Suhail K. Mithani, MD
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional...
07/18/2025
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Original Research
Technique to Reduce Wound Size: The Double-Opposing Purse-String and Horizontal Continuous Closure Algorithm
07/17/2025
Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Lexina R. Patel, BS; Kartik Garg, MD; Quinton L. Carr, BA; Mitchell Peake, MD; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and...
07/17/2025
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Original Research
Fluorescein Dye-Assisted Tangential Excision and Skin Grafting in Hand Burns: Achieving Optimal Cosmetic and Functional Outcomes
07/17/2025
Dylan Singh, MD; Justin H. Wong, BS; Alana A. Parsa, MD; Fereydoun D. Parsa, MD, FACS
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential...
07/17/2025
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Original Research
Use of Continuous Topical Oxygen Therapy to Treat Lower-Extremity Surgical Wound Dehiscence: A Retrospective Review
07/01/2025
Edward Kormylo, DPM; Windy Cole, DPM; Jacob Wielgomas, MS-II
Feasibility of continuous topical oxygen therapy evaluated in lower-extremity surgical wound dehiscence through retrospective analysis of standard care.
Feasibility of continuous topical oxygen therapy evaluated in lower-extremity surgical wound dehiscence through retrospective analysis of standard care.
Feasibility of continuous...
07/01/2025
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Original Research
Treatment of Phantom and Residual Limb Pain in Amputees With Targeted Muscle Reinnervation
06/27/2025
Cameron Cox, BA; Andrew Chen, BS; Gracie Baum, BA; Andrew F. Ibrahim, BS; Evan Hernandez, BS; Brendan MacKay, MD
Prospective study examines targeted muscle reinnervation in amputees, evaluating its impact on neuroma-associated phantom and residual limb pain.
Prospective study examines targeted muscle reinnervation in amputees, evaluating its impact on neuroma-associated phantom and residual limb pain.
Prospective study examines...
06/27/2025
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Original Research
Case Series of Reconstruction Applying NovoSorb Biodegradable Temporising Matrix: Preliminary Practice and Findings in the United Kingdom
06/05/2025
Simpson Shiu Chung Tam, BA (Hons) (Cantab); Kirsten Taylor, BSc(Hons), MBBS, MRCS; Pankaj Patel, MBBS, MCh(Plast), FRCS(Plast); Patrick Goon, MBBCh, MD, FRCSEd(Plast), DipFESSH; Manaf Khatib, MBBS, MSc, MRCS, FRCS(Plast), FEBOPRAS
Biodegradable temporizing matrix offers a synthetic alternative for dermal regeneration, aiding complex wound reconstruction without extensive donor site morbidity.
Biodegradable temporizing matrix offers a synthetic alternative for dermal regeneration, aiding complex wound reconstruction without extensive donor site morbidity.
Biodegradable temporizing matrix...
06/05/2025
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Original Research
Artificial Intelligence in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Education: Accuracy and Validity of ChatGPT-4o Versus UpToDate as a Learning Tool for Trainees
05/14/2025
Caleb Bercu, BA; Brianna Rosner, BS; Aneeq Chaudhry, BA; Hannah Korah, BS; Isabel Bernal, DO; Aaron Berger, MD, PhD
Assessment of ChatGPT-4o’s utility in hand and upper extremity surgical education compared with UpToDate using clinician and trainee feedback.
Assessment of ChatGPT-4o’s utility in hand and upper extremity surgical education compared with UpToDate using clinician and trainee feedback.
Assessment of ChatGPT-4o’s...
05/14/2025
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Original Research
Misconceptions in Plastic Surgery: Crowdsourcing Public Perceptions of Plastic Surgery Urban Myths
05/13/2025
Navya Baranwal, BA; Elijah M. Persad-Paisley, BA; Nidhi Shinde, BDS, MPH; Carole Spake, MD; Jesse E. Menville, BA; Raman Mehrzad, MD, MHL, MBA; Nikhil Sobti, MD; Loree K. Kalliainen, MD, MA
Survey reveals prevalence of plastic surgery myths among laypeople and health care workers, highlighting critical gaps in public understanding.
Survey reveals prevalence of plastic surgery myths among laypeople and health care workers, highlighting critical gaps in public understanding.
Survey reveals prevalence of...
05/13/2025
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Original Research
Clinical Profile and Outcome of Acute Burn Care in a Tertiary Care Center of Western Nepal
05/12/2025
Piyush Giri, FCPS; Sushma Kunwar, MBBS; Karuna Khadka, MBBS; Pratishtha Pandey, MBBS; Shrinkhala Pokhrel, MBBS; Devendra Shrestha, MS; David Shrestha, MS; Narendra Vikram Gurung, MS
Retrospective analysis of burn demographics and acute care outcomes in Nepal highlights evolving service delivery and population-specific injury patterns.
Retrospective analysis of burn demographics and acute care outcomes in Nepal highlights evolving service delivery and population-specific injury patterns.
Retrospective analysis of burn...
05/12/2025
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Original Research
Facial Aesthetics in Artificial Intelligence: First Investigation Comparing Results in a Generative AI Study
04/17/2025
Arsany Yassa, BA; Arya Akhavan, MD; Solina Ayad; Olivia Ayad, BS, MSc; Anthony Colon, MD; Ashley Ignatiuk, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Evaluation of AI-generated otoplasty, genioplasty, rhinoplasty, and platysmaplasty images highlights limitations in realism and clinical applicability.
Evaluation of AI-generated otoplasty, genioplasty, rhinoplasty, and platysmaplasty images highlights limitations in realism and clinical applicability.
Evaluation of AI-generated...
04/17/2025
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Reviews

Review
Mitigating Hair Loss Among Scalp Laceration Repair Techniques: Review of the Literature
03/17/2025
Virginia Bailey, BA; Kenan Kherallah, BS; Jamie Warner, BS ; Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Meredith Moore, MD; D'Arcy Wainwright, MD; Michael Harrington, MD, MPH
Evaluating scalp laceration closure methods—sutures, staples, and hair apposition technique—to optimize cosmetic outcomes and minimize hair loss in trauma care.
Evaluating scalp laceration closure methods—sutures, staples, and hair apposition technique—to optimize cosmetic outcomes and minimize hair loss in trauma care.
Evaluating scalp laceration...
03/17/2025
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Review
Can ChatGPT Be Used as a Research Assistant and a Patient Consultant in Plastic Surgery? A Review of 3 Key Information Domains
09/16/2024
Joseph A. Campolo, NREMT; Daniel Y. Kwon, BS; Peter W. Henderson, MD, MBA, FACS
This review assessed ChatGPT's role in plastic surgery, focusing on research generation, medical literature summarization, and patient consultation capabilities.
This review assessed ChatGPT's role in plastic surgery, focusing on research generation, medical literature summarization, and patient consultation capabilities.
This review assessed ChatGPT's...
09/16/2024
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Review
Nipple Areola Complex Reconstruction: An 8-Year Experience With Modified Technique and Systematic Review
06/07/2024
Michael Rice, FRCS; Giulia Colavitti, FRCS; Philippa Jackson, FRCS; Sherif Wilson, FRCS
This novel technique for nipple areolar complex reconstruction is supported by a systematic review of the current literature.
This novel technique for nipple areolar complex reconstruction is supported by a systematic review of the current literature.
This novel technique for nipple...
06/07/2024
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Review
Closed Incision Negative Pressure Therapy Versus Standard of Care Over Closed Abdominal Incisions in the Reduction of Surgical Site Complications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
05/30/2024
Leah P. Griffin, MS
This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the impact of ciNPT on postsurgical outcomes and health care utilization in patients undergoing open abdominal surgeries.
This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the impact of ciNPT on postsurgical outcomes and health care utilization in patients undergoing open abdominal surgeries.
This systematic review and...
05/30/2024
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Review
Association of Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Hyaluronan: A Scope of the Literature
02/27/2024
Khalifa Al Ghanim, MB, BCh, BAO; Kimberly M. Jaszkul; Andrew Simpson, MD, FRCSC; Eva A. Turley, PhD
This narrative literature review focuses on nonmelanotic skin cancer and treatment strategies.
This narrative literature review focuses on nonmelanotic skin cancer and treatment strategies.
This narrative literature review...
02/27/2024
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Review
Buccal Fat Pad Herniation, Repositioning Versus Excision: A New Algorithm of Treatment
09/14/2023
Gerardo Cuartero-Castro; Erik A. Márquez, MD; Paul Robledo, MD; Mario Vélez-Palafox, MD
This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.
This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.
This systematic review presents...
09/14/2023
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Review
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy With Instillation and Dwell Time: Mechanisms of Action Literature Review
08/30/2023
Ronald P. Silverman, MD, FACS
This review assessed the available literature focusing on NPWTi-d mechanisms of action.
This review assessed the available literature focusing on NPWTi-d mechanisms of action.
This review assessed the...
08/30/2023
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Review
How to Select an Extracellular Matrix for Wound Repair: A Comprehensive Review
08/23/2023
Sarah E. Jackson, DO, FACCWS; Richard Simman, MD, FACS, FACCWS; Samuel A. Stetkevich, MD; Monik Gupta, BA
This literature review was conducted to identify the best extracellular matrix for wound healing and positive patient outcomes.
This literature review was conducted to identify the best extracellular matrix for wound healing and positive patient outcomes.
This literature review was...
08/23/2023
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Review
Vascular Mapping for Abdominal-Based Breast Reconstruction: A Comprehensive Review of Current and Upcoming Imaging Modalities
07/20/2023
Taylor J. Ibelli, BS , MSc, MD; Sumanth Chennareddy; Max Mandelbaum, MD; Peter W. Henderson, MD, MBA
This review gives surgeons practical tools for choosing which imaging technology best suits their patient’s needs for successful breast reconstruction. 
This review gives surgeons practical tools for choosing which imaging technology best suits their patient’s needs for successful breast reconstruction. 
This review gives surgeons...
07/20/2023
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Review
Outcomes of Sciatic Nerve Injury Repairs: A Systematic Review
07/14/2023
Mehul Thakkar, MBBS; Ahmed Turkman, MBBS, BSc; Vyshnavi Thanaraaj, MBBS, BSc; Payam Soleimani-Nouri, MBBS, BSc; Elissa Harb, MBBS, BSc
This study investigated the surgical repair techniques and the outcomes of sciatic nerve injuries in traumatic wounds.
This study investigated the surgical repair techniques and the outcomes of sciatic nerve injuries in traumatic wounds.
This study investigated the...
07/14/2023
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Case Reports

Case Report
Buccal Sulcus Approach to Septal Perforation Repair
08/12/2025
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via...
08/12/2025
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Case Report
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: An Overlooked Diagnosis in the Pediatric Population
08/08/2025
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet...
08/08/2025
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Case Report
A Case of Extrasphincteric Enterocutaneous Fistula After Scrotal Reconstruction for Fournier Gangrene: Use of a Novel Salvage Technique
08/08/2025
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical...
08/08/2025
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Case Report
Extreme Injury of Multiple Hand Extensor Tendons (Zones II to VII) Combined With an Extensive Degloving Injury of the Dorsal Hand: Staged Reconstruction Utilizing Silicon Rods and a Groin Flap
08/06/2025
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal...
08/06/2025
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Case Report

Triple-Positive PALB-2 Breast Cancer in a 27-Year-Old Male-to-Female Patient
07/17/2025
Kelly C. Ho, BS; Kristin N. Huffman, BS; Madeline J. O’Connor, BA; Payton Sparks, BS; Caden Bozigar; Helene Sterbling, MD; Nora Hansen, MD
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer...
07/17/2025
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Case Report

From Tooth to Phalanx: The First Reported Case of Porphyromonas endodontalis Causing Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Phalanx
07/08/2025
Hannah Korah, PhD; Meagan Popp; Caleb Bercu, MD; Aaron Berger, MD, PhD
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis...
07/08/2025
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Case Report
Extraction of a TASER 7 Barb Embedded in the Supraorbital Frontal Bone: A Clinical Case Report
07/08/2025
Benjamin B. Scott, MD; José Antonio Arellano, MD; Hilary Y. Liu, BS; Francesco M. Egro, MD, MSc, MRCS
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the...
07/08/2025
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Case Report
Surgical Management of Biopolymer Induced Granulomatous Hypercalcemia and Renal Insufficiency: A Case Report and Literature Review
06/04/2025
Dieter Brummund, MD; Angela Chang, MD; Christopher Salgado, MD
Surgical excision for biopolymer-induced granulomatous hypercalcemia explored through case presentations and literature review of refractory management strategies.
Surgical excision for biopolymer-induced granulomatous hypercalcemia explored through case presentations and literature review of refractory management strategies.
Surgical excision for...
06/04/2025
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Case Report
Pediatric Granular Cell Tumor of the Digital Nerve: A Case Report and Literature Review
06/02/2025
Caleb H. Bercu, BA; Raghavee Neupane, BS, MPH; Ashley Ramirez, MD; Carole Brathwaite, MD; Aaron J. Berger, MD, PhD
Granular cell tumor of the digital nerve in a child prompts surgical excision and nerve graft reconstruction to preserve function.
Granular cell tumor of the digital nerve in a child prompts surgical excision and nerve graft reconstruction to preserve function.
Granular cell tumor of the...
06/02/2025
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Case Report
Outcomes of Complex Wound Reconstruction in High-Risk Patients Using Decellularized Extracellular Matrix from Porcine Urinary Bladder
04/29/2025
Gracie R. Baum, BS; Cameron T. Cox, BBA; Ian L. Valerio, MD, MS, MBA; Brendan J. MacKay, MD
This retrospective case series explores urinary bladder matrix as a primary modality for complex wound management in high-risk patients.
This retrospective case series explores urinary bladder matrix as a primary modality for complex wound management in high-risk patients.
This retrospective case series...
04/29/2025
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Case Q&A

Case Q&A
Reconstruction of an Upper Lip Midline Defect With Bilateral Lip Advancement Flaps
07/09/2025
Tomoki Himejima, MD; Michika Fukui, MD, PhD; Sakurako Kunieda, MD; Hiromu Masuoka, MD, PhD; Masakatsu Hihara, MD, PhD; Toshihito Mitsui, MD, PhD; Natsuko Kakudo, MD, PhD
Elderly patient with upper lip morpheaform BCC underwent lateral lip advancement flap yielding excellent aesthetic and functional reconstruction outcomes.
Elderly patient with upper lip morpheaform BCC underwent lateral lip advancement flap yielding excellent aesthetic and functional reconstruction outcomes.
Elderly patient with upper lip...
07/09/2025
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Case Q&A
Conservative Management of a Bullous Hematoma in the Case of von Willebrand Disease and Hemophilia A
06/27/2025
Lundrim Marku, BS, MSc; Hakam Rajjoub, BS; Mihail Climov, MD; Halil Şafak Uygur, MD
Patients with bleeding disorders pose unique challenges in hematoma care—learn risk stratification, conservative strategies, and surgical indications.
Patients with bleeding disorders pose unique challenges in hematoma care—learn risk stratification, conservative strategies, and surgical indications.
Patients with bleeding disorders...
06/27/2025
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Case Q&A

Granulicatella adiacens Producing an Interesting Etiology of Delayed Breast Cellulitis
06/23/2025
Rebecca Norcini, MD; Lundrim Marku, MD; Hakam Rajjoub, BS; Kerri Woodberry, MD
Granulicatella adiacens complicates delayed breast cellulitis, requiring tailored antimicrobial therapy post-mastectomy for effective infection resolution and wound healing.
Granulicatella adiacens complicates delayed breast cellulitis, requiring tailored antimicrobial therapy post-mastectomy for effective infection resolution and wound healing.
Granulicatella adiacens...
06/23/2025
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Case Q&A
Controversy of Breast Reduction in Adolescent Patients: An Overview of a Sometimes-Challenging Proposition
06/19/2025
Quinton L. Carr, BA; Sierra Shockley, MS; Colton Connor, BS; Shriya Dodwani, BA; Claire Fell, BS; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Wilson Huett, MD; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Adolescent reduction mammaplasty alleviates physical and psychosocial burdens. Learn outcomes, regrowth risk, breastfeeding impact, and optimal surgical techniques.
Adolescent reduction mammaplasty alleviates physical and psychosocial burdens. Learn outcomes, regrowth risk, breastfeeding impact, and optimal surgical techniques.
Adolescent reduction mammaplasty...
06/19/2025
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Case Q&A
Rare Benign Tumor: Elastofibroma Dorsi
06/03/2025
Adrian Frunza, MD, PhD; Luca Avram, MD
Elastofibroma dorsi is a benign soft tissue tumor typically found in elderly patients. Learn to recognize, diagnose, and manage this entity.
Elastofibroma dorsi is a benign soft tissue tumor typically found in elderly patients. Learn to recognize, diagnose, and manage this entity.
Elastofibroma dorsi is a benign...
06/03/2025
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Case Q&A
Pedicled Vastus Lateralis and Tensor Fascia Lata Flap for Aortic Graft Salvage
05/14/2025
Dieter Brummund, MD; Angela Chang, MD; Vanitha Vasudevan, MD; Tony Shao, MD; Christopher Salgado, MD
A complex case of aortic graft salvage highlights flap selection challenges in a radiated, contaminated abdomen following sarcoma resection.
A complex case of aortic graft salvage highlights flap selection challenges in a radiated, contaminated abdomen following sarcoma resection.
A complex case of aortic graft...
05/14/2025
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Case Q&A
Pedicled Bilateral Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap With Intraflap Anastomosis for Hip/Thigh Reconstruction
12/05/2024
Aria Nisco, MD; Mahsa Taskindoust, MD; Jenny Yu, MD; Duane Wang, MD
Discover how deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps are used for lower extremity reconstruction, optimizing perfusion, and overcoming challenges in complex defect coverage.
Discover how deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps are used for lower extremity reconstruction, optimizing perfusion, and overcoming challenges in complex defect coverage.
Discover how deep inferior...
12/05/2024
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Case Q&A
Drainless Implant Removal: A Technique to Minimize Breast Disfigurement After Explantation
11/15/2024
Claire Fell, BS; Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Emily Major, BS, MS; Shriya D. Dodwani, BA; Joshua MacDavid, MD; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
This Case Q&A discusses implant removal prevalence, indications, capsulotomy and capsulectomy roles, post-removal surgical and nonsurgical options, and seroma use to reduce disfigurement.
This Case Q&A discusses implant removal prevalence, indications, capsulotomy and capsulectomy roles, post-removal surgical and nonsurgical options, and seroma use to reduce disfigurement.
This Case Q&A discusses implant...
11/15/2024
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Case Q&A
A Case of Upper Extremity Gangrene Likely Secondary to Mucormycosis
10/17/2024
Ricardo Cortes, BS; Shaarav Ghose, BS ; John Chao, MD; Ashley Ignatiuk, MD
This Case Q&A explores the epidemiology, risk factors, symptoms, surgical management, and outcomes of mucormycosis infections in the upper extremity.
This Case Q&A explores the epidemiology, risk factors, symptoms, surgical management, and outcomes of mucormycosis infections in the upper extremity.
This Case Q&A explores the...
10/17/2024
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Case Q&A
Aftermath of Sulfur Mustard Poisoning
09/24/2024
Stephen M. Milner, MBBS, BDS, DSc (Hon) FRCSE, FACS
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves DNA alkylation, protein damage, and oxidative stress. Clinical features include skin, eye, and respiratory injuries. Treatment focuses on decontamination, supportive care, and symptom management. Long-term...
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves DNA alkylation, protein damage, and oxidative stress. Clinical features include skin, eye, and respiratory injuries. Treatment focuses on decontamination, supportive care, and symptom management. Long-term...
Sulfur mustard toxicity involves...
09/24/2024
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Vascularized Sural Nerve Graft, Fascial Free Flap, and Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface in the Setting of Recurrent Thigh Liposarcoma: A Case Report
09/22/2023
Zachary A. Koenig, MD; William Blanks, BS; H. James Williams, MD; Jack J. Gelman, MD
This case report highlights the correlation between nerve graft vascularization status and better outcomes in nerve grafts.  
This case report highlights the correlation between nerve graft vascularization status and better outcomes in nerve grafts.  
This case report highlights the...
09/22/2023
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The Lawnmower and the Pediatric Lower Extremity: A Catastrophic Combination
02/26/2024
Phuong D. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FAAP; Sairandri Sathyanarayanan, BS; Matthew R. Greives, MD, MS, FACS; Chioma G. Obinero, MD; Jackson C. Green, BS; Kasra N. Fallah, MD, BSA; Wendy Chen
This study presents pediatric lower extremity lawnmower injuries at one of the busiest level 1 trauma centers in the United States.
This study presents pediatric lower extremity lawnmower injuries at one of the busiest level 1 trauma centers in the United States.
This study presents pediatric...
02/26/2024
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Case Report
Late Hematoma After Feminizing Augmentation Mammoplasty Mimicking Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)
05/24/2024
Yasuhiro Sakata; Shinichi Asamura, MD, PhD
This report presents the first known case of late hematoma after feminizing mammoplasty and compares the characteristics with the reported cases of BIA-ALCL after feminizing mammoplasty.
This report presents the first known case of late hematoma after feminizing mammoplasty and compares the characteristics with the reported cases of BIA-ALCL after feminizing mammoplasty.
This report presents the first...
05/24/2024
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Erratum
Correction to: Mixed Neuroendocrine-Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Hand With Metastatic Dissemination: A Case Report

09/24/2024
Jubril Adepoju, BS; John A. Toms III, MS; Elizabeth S. O’Neill, MD, MPH; Mark Grevious, MD, MBA; Jafar Hasan, MD, MBA; Christina Tragos, MD; Matthew Doscher, MD, FACS   In the article Adepoju J, Toms JA 3rd, O'Neill ES, et al....
Jubril Adepoju, BS; John A. Toms III, MS; Elizabeth S. O’Neill, MD, MPH; Mark Grevious, MD, MBA; Jafar Hasan, MD, MBA; Christina Tragos, MD; Matthew Doscher, MD, FACS   In the article Adepoju J, Toms JA 3rd, O'Neill ES, et al....
Jubril Adepoju, BS; John A. Toms...
09/24/2024
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Case Q&A
Burn Size Estimation: A Critical Component of Burn Care
12/04/2023
Stephen M. Milner, BDS, FRCSE, FACS, DSc(Hons), MBBS, FRCSE
Dr Stephen Milner discusses the significance of and methods for estimating burn size.
Dr Stephen Milner discusses the significance of and methods for estimating burn size.
Dr Stephen Milner discusses the...
12/04/2023
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