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Complications and Risks of Breast Augmentation <p>There were 364,610 breast augmentation procedures performed in 2005. The top concerns of breast augmentation include the surgery itself, the implants, breast cancer and the risk of anesthesia.</p><p>Contributor: Cristina Olvera<br />Published: May 24, 2006</p> Wed, 24 May 2006 07:47:00 -0700

What Is Liposuction? What Are The Risks And Benefits Of Liposuction? Liposuction, also called lipoplasty, liposculpture suction lipectomy, or lipo is a type of cosmetic surgery which breaks up and "sucks" fat from various possible parts of the body, most commonly the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, neck, chin, upper and backs of the arms, calves, and back. The fat is removed through a hollow instrument - a cannula - which is inserted under the skin... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:00:00 -0800

Study Showed Sculptra(R) Aesthetic Effectively Corrects Nasolabial Folds And Other Facial Wrinkles Results published in today's online issue of the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology showed that treatment with Sculptra®Aesthetic (injectable poly-L-lactic acid) was significantly more effective than a human-derived collagen treatment CosmoPlast® in correcting shallow to deep nasolabial fold (NLF) wrinkles (smile lines)... Wed, 24 Feb 2010 03:00:00 -0800

Breast Augmentation: Taking the Next Step Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Asian Men Lead in Cosmetic Surgery Increase Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

New Data Presented At American Burn Association's Annual Meeting Support Safety Profile Of RECOTHROM® Thrombin, Topical In Pediatric Patients ZymoGenetics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZGEN), today announced the presentation of safety and immunogenicity data among pediatric burn patients at the 42nd Annual Meeting of the American Burn Association in Boston, MA. The study marks the first dedicated look at the safety and immunogenicity of any stand-alone thrombin in pediatric surgical patients... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:00:00 -0800

Rigid internal fixation of mandibular fractures using autologous bone grafts: the autologous bone plate Abstract  The mandible is the second most commonly fractured part of the maxillofacial skeleton because of its position and prominence. Over the past three decades, many different techniques and approaches have been described in the literature to surgically correct facial fractures. The present study has attempted to study the role of bone grafts in open reduction and internal fixation of mandibular fractures. Fourteen patients with mandibular fracture were considered for the study from August 2006 to August 2008. Autologous bone grafts were used for rigid fixation of these fractures in all the cases. Patients presenting with unilateral fractures of the body of the mandible were considered and enrolled for rigid internal fixation using autologous bone grafts. Fourteen patie... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:37:58 -0800

Mayo Researchers Link Obesity To Worse Outcome In Patients Being Treated For Colon Cancer It's long been known that obesity is linked to increased risk of developing colon cancer, but now researchers at the Mayo Clinic campus in Minnesota have found that obesity is associated with worse outcomes in patients who have already been diagnosed and treated for the cancer... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:00:00 -0800

Serious complications in patient after augmentation mammoplasty with polyacrylamide gel Abstract  In the past, biomaterials have been utilized for volumetric augmentation in many parts of the human body. In aesthetic surgery, it is not rare to observe complications related to the inappropriate use of these materials. Formacryl®, an injectable hydrophilic gel of polyacrylamide, was proposed as the ideal material for volumetric modeling and improvement and even for augmentation mammoplasty. As is frequent with injectable substances, this gel was supposed to be fully biocompatible without complications. It was withdrawn from the market and its use was forbidden because of the early and later complications that appeared after implantation. The present case report describes the complications and the subsequent reconstruction of a patient who presented to us after ... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:46:42 -0800

D. Warwick, R. Dunn, E. Melikyan, J. Vadher (eds), Oxford specialist handbooks in surgery—hand surgery Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Book ReviewDOI 10.1007/s00238-010-0408-6Authors Zeeshan Ahmad, Salisbury District Hospital Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Odstock Road Wiltshire SP2 8BJ UK Journal European Journal of Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1435-0130Print ISSN 0930-343X (Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:46:42 -0800

Playing with fire and getting burnt—a retrospective analysis of injuries presenting to the emergency department during ‘firework season’ Abstract  During firework season in the UK (October–January), many patients present to emergency departments across the country with firework-related injuries. These seasonal injuries can vary from minor skin trauma to major burns, inhalation injuries and even death in some cases. Governments have tried to improve public awareness and safety with education using multi-million pound national safety campaigns as well as clamping down on fireworks both from within and outside of the EU which fail to meet safety standards. Despite these measures, firework-related injuries are increasing (2005 census Royal Society of Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)). Reasons for this have been cited as new variations in firework design, antisocial behaviour and readily available cheap firework... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:46:42 -0800

Early outcome of facial reconstructive surgery abroad: a comparative study Abstract  Every year, many medical missions are undertaken in the developing world but there is almost a universal lack of outcome data on the quality of these missions. The present study compares early clinical outcome and complication rate in two consecutive missions (facial reconstruction) undertaken to Ethiopia in 2007 and 2008. The object was to establish if measures adopted following feedback from the first mission led to improvement of the results. A significant improvement was observed in early clinical outcome and there were less severe complications in the 2008 compared to the 2007 mission. On both occasions, significantly more complications were experienced after complex compared to simple procedures. Despite improved outcome in 2008, 50% of the complex cases had... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:46:41 -0800

Low-Income Women Living In Small Cities Have Higher Chance Of Obesity A recent Kansas State University study found that the availability of supermarkets -- rather than the lack of them -- increased the risk of obesity for low-income women living in small cities. This suggests that policies to increase healthful eating behaviors might need to be tailored based on geographic location... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 -0800

Link Between Obesity And Poor Colon Cancer Prognosis Obese patients with colon cancer are at greater risk for death or recurrent disease compared to those who are within a normal weight range, according to a report in Clinical Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

New Hope To Vitiligo Patients Offered By Skin Transplant In the first study of its kind in the United States, Henry Ford Hospital showed that skin transplant surgery is safe and effective for treating vitiligo. Henry Ford researchers followed 23 patients for up to six months after surgery and found that the treated area regained on average 52 percent of its natural skin color... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

FDA Approves Botox To Treat Spasticity In Flexor Muscles Of The Elbow, Wrist And Fingers The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A) to treat spasticity in the flexor muscles of the elbow, wrist, and fingers in adults. Spasticity is common after stroke, traumatic brain injury, or the progression of multiple sclerosis... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

FDA Approves Botox To Treat Spasticity In Flexor Muscles Of The Elbow, Wrist And Fingers The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A) to treat spasticity in the flexor muscles of the elbow, wrist, and fingers in adults. Spasticity is common after stroke, traumatic brain injury, or the progression of multiple sclerosis... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:00:00 -0800

American Society Of Anesthesiologists Urges Patients To Ask The Right Questions When Considering Traveling Internationally For Surgery Hundreds of thousands of Americans travel abroad for surgical procedures each year. As the guardian of patients' vital health, the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) is urging those considering traveling internationally for medical care to educate themselves, and take the necessary precautions to avoid unexpected complications... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Almost Half Of Americans Approve Of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Regardless Of Income A new survey shows that almost half (48%) of all Americans regardless of income approve of cosmetic plastic surgery and almost a quarter would consider cosmetic surgery for themselves... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Clinical Study: Biologic Grafts Reduce Postoperative Pain While Creating A Repair As Durable As Synthetic Mesh In Treating Inguinal Hernias Results from a clinical study led by Luca Ansaloni, M.D., showed that Cook Medical's Biodesign Inguinal Hernia Graft causes less postoperative pain and discomfort while creating a repair as durable as synthetic mesh when used in Lichtenstein's hernioplasty procedures... Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:00:00 -0800

Dead Sea Resorts Offer New Treatments For People With Dermatological Diseases The Dead Sea is the only place in the world that combines year-round hot weather, an oxygen-enriched atmosphere, therapeutic UVB solar radiation, a mineral-rich salt sea, world famous mineral-rich mud, thermo-mineral hot springs and luxurious spas... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Fluorescence Monitoring And Effect Of Photodynamic Therapy For Port Wine Stains It is known that fluctuations in the treatment outcome of photodynamic therapy (PDT) between patients are related to the concentration of photosensitizer in target tissue... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Low dose of Hyaluronidase to treat over correction by HA filler–A Case Report. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is probably the most popular filler for correction of deep facial lines as well as facial soft tissue augmentation. The peri orbital region is among the more delicate and difficult areas to treat with filler injections on account of the thin skin in the region. One of the possible complications with HA gel injection is over correction which is particularly troublesome in the tear trough area. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Allergan, Inc. Announces FDA Approval Of JUVEDERM(R) XC Dermal Filler Formulated With Lidocaine Allergan, Inc. (NYSE:AGN) announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval of JUVEDERM(R) XC, a new formulation of the currently FDA-approved JUVEDERM(R) dermal filler and the latest advancement1 in hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers... Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:00:00 -0800

Two Studies Find Artefill(R) To Be A Long-Term Treatment Option For Facial Lipoatrophy Suneva Medical, a privately-held aesthetic medical device company, announced that two clinical studies suggest Artefill may be a safe, effective, long-term treatment option for age-related and HIV lipoatrophy patients... Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Two Studies Find Artefill(R) To Be A Long-Term Treatment Option For Facial Lipoatrophy Suneva Medical, a privately-held aesthetic medical device company, announced that two clinical studies suggest Artefill may be a safe, effective, long-term treatment option for age-related and HIV lipoatrophy patients... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Wed, 03 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Growth Factor Gene Shown To Be A Key To Cleft Palate Cleft palate has been linked to dozens of genes. During their investigation of one of these genes, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis were surprised to find that cleft palate occurs both when the gene is more active and when it is less active than normal... (Source: Cleft Palate News From Medical News Today)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0800

New Study Reveals VASER(R) Lipo to be the New Standard of Care for ... Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Botox Beauty 101 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Breast Implants: Saline vs. Silicone and More on Augmentation Surgery <p>Now ten years after silicone implants were yanked off the market, breast enlargment sugery is on the rise. This article introduces two mothers who had implants and discusses silicone v. saline, sizes, shapes, side effects and pros/cons or the surgery.</p><p>Contributor: Donna Talarico<br />Published: Feb 21, 2006</p> Tue, 21 Feb 2006 05:33:00 -0800

Botox Tax opposed by industry professionals Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Answers to Questions on Silicone and Saline Breast Implants <p>A board-certified plastic surgeon answers your questions.</p><p>Contributor: Donna Talarico<br />Published: May 16, 2006</p> Tue, 16 May 2006 06:15:00 -0700

Caudal Antia–Buch reconstruction for helical defect reconstruction: Burow’s triangle always in the lobule Abstract  Different reconstructive techniques regarding helical ear defect reconstruction exist. The best cosmetic results are achieved using the modified Antia–Buch chondrocutaneous advancement flaps. In addition to this flap when it is caudally based, we always place Burow’s triangle in the earlobe. This technique provides the most normal cosmetic appearance of the ear without the need for a cranial-based flap in most cases. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Ideas and InnovationsDOI 10.1007/s00238-010-0397-5Authors B. B. G. M. Franssen, Maxima Medical Center Veldhoven The NetherlandsM. R. Frechner, Maxima Medical Center Veldhoven The Netherlands Journal European Journal of Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1435-0130Print ISSN 0930-343X (Source: European Journal... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:05:08 -0800

Response to Letter to the Editor: Mast cells in wound-healing cholestatic liver response We are very pleased that our review about potential cellular and molecular causes of hypertrophic scar formation in the skin induces discussion and will bring up new hypotheses regarding excess scar formation. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:16 -0800

Mast cells in wound-healing cholestatic liver response We read the very interesting Review by Van der Veer et al, published in one of the recent issues of the journal . Among the potential cellular and molecular causes of hypertrophic scar formation, the authors mention mast cells and some of their mediators, in particular TNF-a and IL-4 . (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:16 -0800

Re: Burn injuries due to Christian religious customs Reply, We would like to thank the authors for their useful contribution. We missed their article because we only reviewed the English literature. Once again, their comments confirm the importance of burns related to traditions, social habits, and religious activities . (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:16 -0800

Burn injuries due to Christian religious customs Sir, With great interest we read the paper by Al-Qattan and Al-Zahrani K, “A review of burns related to traditions, social habits, religious activities, festivals and traditional medical practices”, which summarizes thermal injuries related to specific social and cultural customs and practices from Jewish, Muslim, Indian and Buddhist religions , but none related to Christian customs. We would like to take the opportunity to draw attention to typical burn injury patterns due to Christian religious practice. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:15 -0800

The involvement of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone in the hyperpigmentation of human skin autografts Conclusions: These results indicate that the function of melanogenesis, transfer of melanin in melanocytes, was dramatically enhanced in skin autografts by a-MSH. The over-expression of a-MSH may play an important role in the hyperpigmentation process of skin autografts and provide a novel mechanism of this process. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:15 -0800

Thiamine supplementation increases serum thiamine and reduces pyruvate and lactate levels in burn patients Abstract: The importance of vitamins for optimal metabolism is well established. However, currently little is known about the optimal vitamin levels required for burn patients. As a consequence, current practice both for macronutrient supplementation and vitamin supplementation varies widely between burn units. A better understanding of the effects of vitamins on metabolism may lead to better nutrition and subsequently improved outcomes for burn patients.Thiamine is an important co-factor required for multiple enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism. We have examined the levels of thiamine (B1) in burn patients as well as the effects of thiamine supplementation on the levels of serum thiamine, pyruvate and lactate.Twenty patients had blood samples taken on the day of admission, then on... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:15 -0800

Reconstruction of large hypertrophic scar on trunk and thigh by means of liposuction technique Conclusion: Large hypertrophic scar at sites rich in subcutaneous fat such as trunk and thigh can be reconstructed in one stage by liposuction technique, which is easy, safe, effective and economic. Although indications of liposuction scar reconstruction are strict, it is indeed a better option for appropriate cases. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:14 -0800

The use of “composite dressing” for covering split-thickness skin graft donor sites Abstract: To evaluate the effect of a new dressing method for clean wound coverage, two kinds of dressing materials are combined together to cover nine wounds in nine patients. All the wounds are split-thickness skin graft donor sites located in the anterior thighs. The size of the wounds ranges from 6cm×4cm to 10cm×8cm (42cm2 on average). A central fenestration is created in the polyurethane film layer for draining the wound discharge, and a piece of 2.5cm×2.5cm carboxymethyl cellulose dressing is fixed on top of the fenestration for protecting the underlying wound. Dry gauze is used to cover the composite dressing, which is replaced daily. The wound condition is checked and recorded everyday until the patient is discharged. Further management and follow-up for the wound is performed a... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:14 -0800

Accelerated healing of skin burns by anti-Gal/a-gal liposomes interaction Abstract: Topical application of a-gal liposomes on burns results in rapid local recruitment of neutrophils and macrophages. Recruited macrophages are pivotal for healing of burns because they secrete cytokines/growth factors that induce epidermis regeneration and tissue repair. a-Gal liposomes have glycolipids with a-gal epitopes (Gala1-3Galß1-4GlcNAc-R) which bind anti-Gal, the most abundant natural antibody in humans constituting ~1% of immunoglobulins. Interaction of a-gal liposomes with anti-Gal within the fluid film formed on burns, activates complement and generates chemotactic complement cleavage peptides which effectively recruit neutrophils and macrophages. Anti-Gal IgG coating a-gal liposomes further binds to Fc? receptors on macrophages and activates them to secrete c...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:14 -0800

Age-dependent differences of interleukin-6 activity in cardiac function after burn complicated by sepsis Abstract: Interleukin (IL)-6 is a pleiotropic cytokine that is activated after acute injuries, and plays an important role during aging. We aim to define the role of IL-6 on myocardial dysfunction following a 40% total body surface area burn followed by late (7 days) Streptococcus pneumoniae sepsis (burn plus sepsis) in 2- and 14-month-old wild type and IL-6-/- mice. We measured global hemodynamic and cardiac contractile function with left ventricular pressure–volume analysis 24h after sepsis induction, and measured phosphorylated signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (p-STAT-3), tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-a, and IL-1ß in the heart with Western blot analysis. We also measured mRNA expression of IL-6, TNF-a, and IL-1ß. Sham injured mice did not manifest any appreciab... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:14 -0800

Assessing the severity of inhalation injuries in adults This study supports the predictive nature of the P/F ratio in relation to survival in adults. Larger prospective studies using bronchoscopic findings and P/F ratio would give us a better indication as to the value of a scoring system in adults that are admitted with inhalation injuries. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:13 -0800

Acute kidney injury in critically ill burn patients. Risk factors, progression and impact on mortality Conclusion: This study demonstrated (a) the high incidence of AKI in patients with severe burns; (b) the number of predisposing to progression of AKI factors (severity of organ failure, presence of sepsis, use of nephrotoxic drugs, number of previous surgical operations, cumulative fluid balance); (c) the association of Failure class of acute kidney injury with high mortality. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:13 -0800

A microarray analysis of temporal gene expression profiles in thermally injured human skin Abstract: Partial-thickness burns incite a multitude of responses which eventually culminate in cutaneous wound repair. We hypothesized that these events would evoke extensive alterations in gene expression thereby orchestrating the complexity of spatial and temporal events that characterize “normal” human wound healing. In the present study, gene expression from partial-thickness areas at defined temporal periods (1–3 days, 4–6 days, and 7–18 days) after injury were compared to normal non-wounded skin. Gene alterations proved extensive (2286 genes). Statistically significant alterations were noted among increased and decreased genes expressed in the three different temporal groupings. Our foundational data (based on samples from 45 individuals) provide a comprehensive molecular ...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:13 -0800

Pre-existing psychiatric disorders, psychological reactions to stress and the recovery of burn survivors This study aimed to investigate whether previous findings from a small retrospective study could be replicated prospectively. The previous study showed that patients with an existing diagnosis of psychosis or depression, admitted to a burns service, had longer hospital stays and longer wound healing times when compared with controls matched for burn injury but without a pre-existing psychiatric condition . In this study it was hypothesised that those patients without pre-existing psychiatric diagnosis, but with high levels of psychological distress after burn would also show a similar pattern of delayed recovery to those with a pre-existing psychiatric illness. In addition, we examined potential mechanisms for slowed recovery, including; adherence with treatment; delayed discharge on socia... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:13 -0800

Burn resuscitation: The results of the ISBI/ABA survey Abstract: Introduction: There are valid concerns that burn shock resuscitation is inadequate; a tendency to over-resuscitate the patient seems to exist which may increase complications such as compartment syndrome. The purpose of this study was to survey members of the ISBI and ABA to determine current practices of burn resuscitation.Methods: A survey asking for practices of burn shock resuscitation was provided to all participants of a recent ABA meeting. Around the same time, the survey was sent to all members of the ISBI through the internet. The results of the 101 respondents (ABA – 59, ISBI – 42, approximately a 15% response rate) are described.Results: Surveys were returned from all the continents except Africa. Respondents included directors (48%), staff physicians (19%), nurses... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:12 -0800

Toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's disease) Abstract: Stevens–Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are severe adverse drug reactions, characterized by a low incidence but high mortality, initially described as separate entities, but today considered variants of the same pathologic process and differing only for severity.The majority of cases appear to be related to idiosyncratic drug reactions. The drugs most commonly involved are: antibiotics such as sulfonamides, ß-lactam, tetracyclines and quinolones; anticonvulsants such as phenytoin, phenobarbital and carbamazapine; antiretroviral drugs; nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, allopurinol.There is common agreement to consider TEN as the manifestation of a disregulated immune reaction against epithelial cells. During the first stages of TEN, apoptosis med... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:11 -0800

Award of the g. whitaker international burns prize for 2009 palermo, italy (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:11 -0800

2009 Proposed Revisions. THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR BURN INJURIES CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:11 -0800

Proposed Changes to the Bylaws (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:02:11 -0800

Study Identifies Racial And Ethnic Disparities In Surgical Care Minority patients in New York City appear less likely than white patients to have surgeries performed by surgeons or at facilities that have handled large numbers of similar procedures in the past, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Study Examines Outcomes After Bariatric Surgery Revisions Revisional bariatric surgery appears to be associated with a higher risk of complications than the initial procedure, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Surgical treatment is currently the only effective approach for long-term weight loss in the severely obese, according to background information in the article... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Botulinum Toxin Injection May Help Prevent Some Types Of Migraine Pain A preliminary study suggests the same type of botulinum injection used for cosmetic purposes may be associated with reduced frequency of migraine headaches that are described as crushing, vicelike or eye-popping (ocular), but not pain that is experienced as a buildup of pressure inside the head, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the ... Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Bo-tax: Lawmakers weigh taxing cosmetic procedures Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Almost Half Of Americans Approve Of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Regardless Of Income A new survey shows that almost half (48%) of all Americans regardless of income approve of cosmetic plastic surgery and almost a quarter would consider cosmetic surgery for themselves... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:00:00 -0800

Hopkins reunion Every two years the Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Association holds a reunion in Baltimore. This year was different because it was not only a reunion but also a celebration of Paul Manson's tenure as chief of plastic surgery and his impending retirement after a third of a century at Hopkins, a period that began in 1976, his first year of residency. (Source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:53 -0800

Through the mists of time: Puthumana Philip PhilipIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2009 42(2):219-223Sushrutha had been viewed in textbooks of plastic surgery as belonging to the caste of potters who performed surgery in India. We have examined the available source documents and other references to the technology of the period to examine this assertion and are convinced that there is no evidence to support this. The period, technology and geographic references in Sushrutha Samhitha are correlated with settled positions on these to arrive at an understanding of the time and knowledge which is described. Source of erroneous interpretation of Sushrutha as a potter is also examined and clarified. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:25 -0800

Index (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Problems in Rhinoplasty In this review, the complications of rhinoplasty are examined in terms of their timing of presentation. An algorithmic approach to postoperative problems is discussed. Complications can frequently be avoided by meticulous technique, recognition of pitfalls, and early attention to perioperative morbidity. Reoperative rates can be minimized with good patient education and proper command of the postoperative situation, so that unnecessary procedures are not undertaken. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Secondary Rhinoplasty in Unilateral Cleft Nasal Deformity The cleft-lip nasal deformity presents a formidable challenge in rhinoplasty surgery. A wide variety of techniques have been proposed for the correction of this problem, which is proof of the difficulty of this reconstructive problem. The approach outlined in this article amalgamates many cleft-lip rhinoplasty concepts into a single unified technique. This technique is designed to address the deficiencies present on the cleft side of the nose. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Secondary Rhinoplasty and the Use of Autogenous Rib Cartilage Grafts This article discusses the steps involved in the external approach to secondary rhinoplasty. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Ethnic Rhinoplasty As the United States becomes more racially and ethnically diverse, the number of non-Caucasian patients seeking rhinoplasty is increasing. The non-Caucasian, or ethnic, rhinoplasty patient can be a surgical challenge due to the significant anatomic variability from the standard European nose as well as variability within each ethnicity. Becoming familiar with the common anatomic differences as well as the aesthetic goals in the ethnic rhinoplasty patient will assist the surgeon in attaining consistent, ethnically congruent, and aesthetically pleasing results. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Asian Rhinoplasty Asian rhinoplasty differs from traditional rhinoplasty approaches in preoperative analysis, patient expectations, nasal anatomy, and surgical techniques used. Platyrrhine nasal characteristics are common, with low dorsum, weak lower lateral cartilages, columellar retraction, and thick sebaceous skin often noted. Typically, patients seek augmentation of these existing structures rather than reductive procedures. Autologous cartilage, in particular use of costal cartilage, has been shown to be a reliable technique, which, when executed properly, produces excellent long-term results. An understanding of cultural perspectives, knowledge of the nasal anatomy unique to Asian patients, and proficiency with augmentation techniques are prerequisites in attaining the desired results for patient and ... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Lengthening the Short Nose Lengthening the short nose is a challenging area of rhinoplasty. The short nose can be a naturally occurring aesthetic disproportion, or the result of a congenital abnormality or traumatic deformity. The surgical approach depends mostly on the quality of the lining, skeleton, overlying skin, and the amount of correction desired. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:05 -0800

Surgical Treatment of the Crooked Nose This article discusses the general principles and the surgical details of septorhinoplasty. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Osteotomies The most challenging and instrumental step in achieving harmonious form and function during rhinoplasty is the successful completion of osteotomies. Osteotomies are performed to correct deformities of the bony nasal vault. Successful treatment of deformity of the bony vault is achieved through organized thinking, comprehensive knowledge of nasal anatomy, and thorough preoperative and intraoperative planning. In this review the authors discuss the pertinent anatomy, technical considerations, and complications that rhinoplasty surgeons should be aware of to optimize the correction of deformities of the nasal bony vault. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Rhinoplasty: Dorsal Grafts and the Designer Dorsum This article reviews the author's different approaches to dorsal grafts using fascia and diced cartilage, either separately or in combination. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Humpectomy and Spreader Flaps In a primary rhinoplasty that requires a humpectomy, the dorsal aspect of the upper lateral cartilages is commonly discarded. Many of these patients need spreader grafts to reconstruct the middle third of the nose. However, it is possible to reconstruct the upper lateral cartilages into “spreader flaps” that act much like spreader grafts. In the process of making spreader flaps, an incremental humpectomy is performed on the dorsal septum and bony hump. This humpectomy procedure is more accurate than the conventional humpectomy that involves resection of the bone, and septum as a single unit. The open and closed approaches of this technique are discussed in this article. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Rhinoplasty5 Pearls: Value of the Endonasal Approach and Vertical Dome Division Successful outcomes in rhinoplasty depend more on diagnosis than on approach or technique. When the needs of each patient are assessed on multiple occasions, operative performance improves and revision rates decline. The evolutionary track from an endonasal and excisional operation to the more commonly preferred external and restructuring technique is outlined in this article. The senior author's rationale and preference for the endonasal approach and the repositioning of cartilage in the tip using vertical dome division techniques is emphasized. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Alar Cartilage Grafts The alar cartilages provide the contour and structural support of the nasal tip. Current rhinoplasty concepts support preservation of alar structure with suture techniques or judicious cephalic trim indicated for tip deformities. In many primary cases and some revisions, adequate alar structure exists to achieve the desired aesthetic and functional results with conservative surgical methods. In some primary and most revision cases, however, the existing tip structure is inadequate to create a structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing nasal tip without adding structure. In these cases, alar cartilage grafting techniques are indicated to recapitulate nasal tip contour and structure. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Alar Base Disharmonies This article simplifies the recognition of common alar base disharmonies. The classification system is intended to facilitate choosing the best surgical technique to correct the alar base flaws. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Suture Techniques in Rhinoplasty Suture techniques are an indispensable means to biologically sculpt the cartilage of the nose. Here the authors review their use in tip-plasty and present a 4-suture algorithm that allows for simple, complete control in sculpting the shape of all nasal tips in primary rhinoplasty. After a standard cephalic trim of the lateral crus leaving it 6 mm wide, one or more of the four suture techniques are applied. One of the newest techniques that has yielded excellent results is the hemi-transdomal suture, a variation of the conventional transdomal suture. This technique narrows the dome but also everts the lateral crus slightly to avoid concavities of the nostril rim. The 4-suture algorithm is useful in both the open and closed approaches. A more general use of sutures is described and referred ... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Diagnosis and Correction of Alar Rim Deformities in Rhinoplasty Recognition of alar rim deformities is an important component of the preoperative analysis of the nose. Correction of these deformities improves the esthetic balance of the nose and has an added benefit of improving the function of the external nasal valve. Classification systems have been proposed to enable surgeons to more accurately diagnose alar deformities. These classification systems help guide surgeons as to the appropriate surgical procedure to correct a problem. The purpose of this article is to review the proposed classification systems for alar rim deformities and review the specific surgical techniques that have been proposed for each of the deformities. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:04 -0800

Principles of Photography in Rhinoplasty for the Digital Photographer This article reviews the basic principles of photography and discusses their application to facial plastic surgery practice, and rhinoplasty in particular. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

Surgical Anatomy of the Nose This article describes the nasal anatomy, careful study of which makes for a more confident, prepared practitioner. (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

Nasal and Facial Analysis Rhinoplasty remains one of the most challenging aesthetic procedures to master. Astute surgeons must consider a continually evolving societal perception of beauty with their own sense of aesthetic proportion when planning surgical intervention. Optimal results are achieved when the outcome is anticipated and satisfying to patient and surgeon. This requires a careful, thoughtful, systematic approach to preoperative analysis. Patients should leave with a clear understanding of the surgeon's perspective of their nose, aesthetically and anatomically. Understanding the interplay of surface deformities and their underlying anatomic counterpart is critical, involving a systematic analysis to create a surgical plan that avoids landmines leading to a suboptimal result. (Source: Clinics in Plastic S...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

Preface For a number of reasons, rhinoplasty is arguably the most intricate and challenging operation in all of aesthetic plastic surgery. Because the nose is a relatively small structure, a millimeter change makes a discernible difference in its aesthetics. It is located in the middle of the face, constantly available for inspection by the patient and others. The magnitude of the effects of the healing process often equals and occasionally exceeds the magnitude of the changes that the surgeon is seeking to make. Indeed, the healing process can completely distort the sculptured result the surgeon has achieved. Furthermore, almost every surgeon knows what an aesthetically pleasing nose looks like when he or she sees it. However, not every surgeon intuitively understands what components of the nose ... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

Forthcoming Issues (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

Contents (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

Contributors List (Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery) Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:02:03 -0800

New Survey Finds Out What Americans Are Really Paying Attention To When Choosing Foods Americans recognize things need to change in the grocery aisle, and they support Uncle Sam's efforts to overhaul what is included in their food and on the packages. The majority also believe they are individually responsible for making the right food choices to avoid obesity, but will readily accept the government's help to be successful, according to a new survey by FoodMinds... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:00:00 -0800

Novel Program Translates Behavioral And Social Science Research Into Treatments To Reduce Obesity Under a $7.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, Rush University Medical Center is developing a novel program, called WISHFIT, to help pre-menopausal women reduce visceral fat through a sustained increase in physical activity and reduction in stress... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:00:00 -0800

Obesity As Protection Against Metabolic Syndrome, Not Its Cause The collection of symptoms that is the metabolic syndrome - insulin resistance, high cholesterol, fatty liver, and a greater risk for diabetes, heart disease, and stroke - are all related to obesity, but, according to a review in the March 9th issue of the Cell Press publication Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism, not in the way you probably think they are... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Light To Moderate Drinking Linked To Less Weight Gain In Middle Aged Women A new study from the US found that normal weight women in their 40s and older who drank a light to moderate amount of alcohol gained less weight and had a lower risk of becoming obese and overweight compared to their non-drinking counterparts... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Higher Fast Food Prices Lead To Lower Weight, Diabetes Risk A new study that followed participants for 20 years shows both weight and risk for diabetes decreased for people in communities where fast food prices increased. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study, published in the March 8, 2010, issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, also showed the reverse when fast food prices fell, then consumption, weight and diabetes risks rose... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Nerve Graft Transplant Can Prove Successful In Eliminating Many Life-Threatening Pressure Ulcers The Plastic Surgery Center today announced that an innovative nerve graft transplant performed by Dr. Andrew Elkwood has proven to be successful in treating and preventing posterior pressure ulcers - one of the leading causes of mortality among paraplegics... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:00:00 -0800

Nerve Graft Transplant Can Prove Successful In Eliminating Many Life-Threatening Pressure Ulcers The Plastic Surgery Center today announced that an innovative nerve graft transplant performed by Dr. Andrew Elkwood has proven to be successful in treating and preventing posterior pressure ulcers - one of the leading causes of mortality among paraplegics... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:00:00 -0800

Does a trauma clinic help improve the diagnosis of soft tissue hand injuries? Abstract  Soft tissue hand injuries represent a major part of the trauma workload in most plastic surgery units in the UK. It is therefore crucial that such injuries be appropriately assessed and managed, so as to reduce the risk of any potential complications. Also, inappropriate assessments may lead to unnecessary operations and their potential complications. In an attempt to improve its trauma service, the Plastic Surgery Unit at Frenchay Hospital has made several innovations to its service, one of which being the creation of a trauma clinic manned by a senior plastic registrar. The aim of our study was to assess the rate of negative exploration in soft tissue hand injuries and also to assess the impact that the trauma clinic will have on the diagnosis of soft tissue inj... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:34:59 -0800

Tax On Sugared Drinks Loses Appeal, Tanning Salons Still Fighting Los Angeles Times: "Only months ago, supporters of the soda tax saw it as an idea whose hour was near. The sheer magnitude of the medical cost of obesity added urgency to the issue ... But opponents questioned any link between sugary drinks and obesity, and expressed concern about a slippery slope of taxes on other products... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Questions Remain On Bariatric Surgery For Adolescents Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery can effectively treat obesity in adolescents and seems to offer a better alternative than gastric bypass surgery, but further study is needed to determine whether it's better than nonsurgical options, a UT Southwestern Medical Center surgeon writes in an editorial in the Feb. 10 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Questions Remain On Bariatric Surgery For Adolescents Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery can effectively treat obesity in adolescents and seems to offer a better alternative than gastric bypass surgery, but further study is needed to determine whether it's better than nonsurgical options, a UT Southwestern Medical Center surgeon writes in an editorial in the Feb. 10 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Neoumbilicus in abdominoplasty: points of finesse Abstract&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of the scar and resulting ‘dog ears’, as a result of abdominoplasty, are inconspicuous and can be well hidden in the clothing. Neoumbilicus is often at display and an aesthetically pleasing umbilicus heightens the patient satisfaction from such a procedure. This paper discusses our technique of restoration of the umbilicus. The neoumbilical site is marked 1&nbsp;cm inferior to the projected stalk. A small ellipse is excised and a core of adipose tissue is excised in a conical fashion underneath it. The umbilicus is anchored to the rectus sheath at 3, 9 and 6 o’clock points in the described manner. We then discuss the importance of the vector of pull on the umbilical stalk and relate this to production of an aesthetically pleasing superior hood. The tech...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:49:42 -0800

Making Light Work Of Home Grooming The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the University of Dundee recently assessed the light emitted by a home-use intense-pulsed light (IPL) hair reduction system and confirmed that it is safe. This confirmation is important, as IPL devices must meet the necessary safety guidelines, to ensure users are protected in the case of accidental exposure to the human eye... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:00:00 -0800

Making Light Work Of Home Grooming The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the University of Dundee recently assessed the light emitted by a home-use intense-pulsed light (IPL) hair reduction system and confirmed that it is safe. This confirmation is important, as IPL devices must meet the necessary safety guidelines, to ensure users are protected in the case of accidental exposure to the human eye... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:00:00 -0800

Making Light Work Of Home Grooming The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the University of Dundee recently assessed the light emitted by a home-use intense-pulsed light (IPL) hair reduction system and confirmed that it is safe. This confirmation is important, as IPL devices must meet the necessary safety guidelines, to ensure users are protected in the case of accidental exposure to the human eye... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Rhinoplasty Using Nácul’s Suspensor System: A Preliminary Report Abstract  A minimally invasive procedure based on a “suspensory system” is presented for the aesthetic correction of the flat nose. A Goretex monofilament is inserted between the connective tissue and the perichondrium from the septal, upper lateral, and alar cartilages in a quadrangular fashion. When tightened, it shortens the nose and elevates the tip. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis with the patient under local anesthesia. It offers the patient immediate evaluation of the result. No edema or bruises have been observed. At this writing, 8 months after an application of this procedure, no extrusions or collateral reactions have been found. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00266-010-9476-zAuthors Almir Moojen... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:00:13 -0800

Nerve regeneration after local administration of the inhibitor peptide of the TGF-ß1 (P144®) Abstract  To determine whether local administration of the inhibitor peptide of the transforming growth factor-ß1 (TGF-ß1; p144®) at the site of the anastomosis of a peripheral nerve can improve the peripheral nerve regeneration. Sciatic nerves were transected and immediately repaired. Wistar rats (n?=?45) were divided into three groups: a control group (group I, n?=?15), a vehicle solution group (group II, n?=?15), and a p144®-treated group (group III, n?=?15); 0.25 ml of a solution containing 2.5 mg of p144® per milliliter of tissucol® was administered at the site of the nerve repair in group III. The animals were sacrificed at 12 weeks. Spinal motor neurons and distal axons were quantified. Electrophysiological studies and walking track... Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:59:53 -0800

Back to the big tent I am constantly reminded about how different things are these days. Different especially in how plastic surgeons view themselves. When I began my training there was a segmentation between ‘real’ plastic surgeons (meaning those that did traditional reconstructive plastic surgery) and the cosmeticians (those surgeons who did cosmetic surgery). Even as a trainee I found this disingenuous. My experience was that as a plastic surgeon got more senior in his or her practice they tended to do more cosmetic surgery. The peculiar tension between experienced, respected plastic surgeons and what they were actually doing, versus the ridicule and shame heaped upon them for doing cosmetic surgery, always made me uneasy and was difficult to understand. This tension apparently all got too much when a g... Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:06:26 -0800

Male Breast Reduction Fastest Growing Area Of Cosmetic Surgery In Britain Last Year The economic situation does not appear to have affected the cosmetic surgery business in Britain: new figures from a not-for-profit organisation show that the number of surgical procedures were 6.7 per cent higher in 2009 than 2008, among which the number of male breast reductions went up by 80 per cent... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Did Paula Abdul Get More Plastic Surgery? Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Heidi Montag Plans More Plastic Surgery in the Future Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Montag plans another boob job Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Patients choosing less-expensive options in plastic surgery Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Reply to Discussion by Dr. M. Kane Discussion by Dr. M. Kane Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s00266-009-9400-6Authors Kiyonori Harii, Kyorin University Tokyo Mitaka-shi JapanMakoto Kawashima, Tokyo Women’s Medical University School of Medicine Tokyo Japan Journal Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1432-5241Print ISSN 0364-216X (Source: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:51:42 -0800

The Fate of Porous Hydroxyapatite Granules Used in Facial Skeletal Augmentation This study evaluated the long-term maintenance of augmented bony projection when porous hydroxyapatite granules are used on the facial skeleton. Ten female patients aged 28–58 years were studied following aesthetic augmentation of the facial skeleton at 24 sites using porous hydroxyapatite granules. Postoperative CT scans at 3 months served as the baseline measurement and compared with scans taken at 1 and 2 years, with the thickness of the hydroxyapatite measured in axial and coronal planes. Thickness of original bone plus overlay of hydroxyapatite, thickness of the overlying soft tissue, and the overall projection (bone plus soft tissue) were recorded. It was found that 99.7% of the hydroxyapatite was maintained at 2 years, with no statistical difference (t te... Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:51:42 -0800

What Is Liposuction? What Are The Risks And Benefits Of Liposuction? Liposuction, also called lipoplasty, liposculpture suction lipectomy, or lipo is a type of cosmetic surgery which breaks up and "sucks" fat from various possible parts of the body, most commonly the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, neck, chin, upper and backs of the arms, calves, and back. The fat is removed through a hollow instrument - a cannula - which is inserted under the skin... Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Breast Implants are Legal for Teens Thu, 20 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

An uncommon presentation of hydatid cyst in submandibular salivary gland—a case report Abstract  Hydatid disease is a parasitosis known as hydatidosis or echinococcosis. It affects both animals and humans. Hydatid cyst of the head and neck region is uncommon and the involvement of salivary glands, especially the submandibular gland is very rare. A case of submandibular gland hydatid cyst is reported in this article. A patient presented with a swelling of submandibular region since 8 months. On examination, swelling revealed a soft, non-tender, mobile mass with fluctuation positive when done bimanually measuring 8?×?6 cm. Chest X-ray and abdominal ultrasonography were normal. Excision of the submandibular gland with the mass was performed and pathological examination confirmed the swelling to be a hydatid cyst of the right submandibular gland. ... Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:53:21 -0800

A long-term review of Z-plasty technique for repair of split earlobes The objective of this study is to present the technique, results, and outcomes of our split earlobe patients. A 10-year retrospective review of one surgeon’s (I.T.J) split earlobe cases was performed. Repairs involved resection of the edges of the split area followed by a Z-plasty at the edge of the lobe. We perform a complete closure without preservation of the original piercing hole. Re-piercing is performed after at least a month. Forty-three patients were included, and eight had bilateral involvement. Average follow-up of the patients was around 4 months. A variety of etiologies were responsible for the split. One patient developed hematoma and infection which was resolved with antibiotics. Another patient developed notching and required revision surgery. The other 41 pat... Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:53:20 -0800

Plastic Surgery More Often Part of Wedding Plans Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Request For Re-Examination Of Ceftobiprole Submitted To CHMP Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0800

Women Who Drink Moderately Appear To Gain Less Weight Than Non-Drinkers Normal-weight women who drink a light to moderate amount of alcohol appear to gain less weight and have a lower risk of becoming overweight and obese than non-drinkers, according to a report in the March 8 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. More than half of American adults drink alcoholic beverages, according to background information in the article... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Maryland Legislation Introduced To Prohibit Indoor Tanning For Minors New Maryland legislation to protect youth from melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is based on significant scientific evidence that indoor tanning before the age of 30 is undeniably linked to increased risk of developing the disease. Senator James N. Robey and Delegate William A... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Recent Studies Link Obesity To Food Allergies First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" Campaign tells us that about 32 percent of children and teens (or 25 million) are obese or overweight. It revealed those extra pounds put them at greater risk of developing debilitating and costly diseases including diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol and may also cause them to lead a two to five year shorter life than their parents... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Bolder Action Needed From Government On Obesity, Says Heart Charity, UK In response to the Department of Health's 'Healthy Weight, Healthy Lives Strategy Two Years On' (1) report looking at the Government's progress on tackling rising levels of obesity in children and adults, Peter Hollins, Chief Executive for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) says: "Unfortunately childhood obesity levels in England remain far too high and it is too early to ... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Surgical Safety Research Recieves 2010 HSR Impact Award AcademyHealth recognized research that improves patient safety and surgical outcomes with the 2010 Health Services Research (HSR) Impact Award. The WHO Surgical Safety Checklist was created as a tool to ensure adherence to basic safety standards of care... Thu, 11 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Surgical Safety Research Recieves 2010 HSR Impact Award AcademyHealth recognized research that improves patient safety and surgical outcomes with the 2010 Health Services Research (HSR) Impact Award. The WHO Surgical Safety Checklist was created as a tool to ensure adherence to basic safety standards of care... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:00:00 -0800

Breast-removal surgery that preserves a lot Thu, 06 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

In The Future Our Own Skin Cells Could Be Used To Repair Our Hearts A heart patient's own skin cells soon could be used to repair damaged cardiac tissue thanks to pioneering stem cell research of the University of Houston's newest biomedical scientist, Robert Schwartz... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Nad's Launches New Hypoallergenic Facial Hair Removal Strips Nad's, the Hair Removal Experts, have announced the full national launch of new Hypoallergenic Facial Hair Removal Strips. The product comes packaged with 24 strips for the face and is available now at a special launch discount of 40% off at the Nad's online store. Also, to celebrate the launch, all other Nad's products are 30% off during the month of March. Customers can visit http://www.nads... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Index (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America) Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Middle Eastern Rhinoplasty This article highlights the inherent nasal features of the Middle Eastern nose and reviews pertinent concepts of rhinoplasty on Middle Eastern patients. Essential considerations in the process spanning the consultation and surgery are reviewed. Reliable operative techniques that achieve a successful aesthetic outcome are discussed in detail. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America) Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Rhinoplasty in the Patient of African Descent This article highlights the significance of exploring ancestry in the rhinoplasty consultation; identifies key anatomic variables in the nasal tip, dorsum, and alar base; and reviews surgical logic that has facilitated the achievement of consistent, balanced aesthetic outcomes. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Hispanic/Mestizo Rhinoplasty This article highlights the different types of problems encountered in mestizo patients. It describes a graduated approach to the nose whereby support structures of the nose are strengthened by careful placement of sutures and grafts, trying to achieve greater definition and support without necessarily making the nose look bigger. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America) Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Asian Rhinoplasty Asian rhinoplasty is one of the most challenging ethnic rhinoplasties that plastic surgeons perform because of the thick skin and soft-tissue envelope. There are three goals: pleasing the patient, achieving an aesthetically appealing result, and preserving a natural look. Of these goals, the most arduous is to satisfy the patient, as many patients have unrealistic goals and may desire an extremely narrow Western nose. Furthermore, patients may bring in celebrity or model photographs and expect that outcome, even though it may not be suitable for their face or appear over-resected and pinched. The surgeon's most important task is to attempt to persuade the patient that this result is nonfunctional, esthetically unfit, and difficult to achieve with their skin. For ethnic surgery, a clear and... Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Traumatic Rhinoplasty in the Non-Caucasian Nose This article discusses ethnic anatomic differences in the non-Caucasian nose in the context of posttraumatic nasal deformity. The various rhinoplasty techniques and strategies to address these issues are reviewed. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America) Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Botox Facial Slimming/Facial Sculpting: The Role of Botulinum Toxin-A in the Treatment of Hypertrophic Masseteric Muscle and Parotid Enlargement to Narrow the Lower Facial Width Botulinum toxin A is a highly efficacious and cost-effective, nonsurgical option for reducing the width and shape of the lower face and jawline. The results can vary from the subtlest thinning of the face to an extremely thin, cachectic appearance. Many nuances can be achieved. The administration is simple, and the process takes barely 5 minutes in an office setting. Botulinum toxin A can also be effectively used to reduce the bulk of an enlarged parotid gland without affecting saliva production. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America) Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Chemical Peels for Darker Skin Types This article focuses on chemical peels for darker skin types. All races comprise a range of Fitzpatrick skin color types: light skin types in African Americans, Asians, Middle Easterners, and Latinos and dark skin types in whites. With the focus on Fitzgerald skin types IV to VI, this article discusses chemical peels, providing current information on types of peels, detailed techniques, preoperative and postoperative care, complications, hazards, and nuances of management. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Laser Treatment for Ethnic Skin With the growth of new technology and products over the last 10 years, there has been an increased ability to improve a patient's appearance with procedures that can be performed in an office setting, including laser procedures. Demand for these procedures has grown among all ethnic groups. Patients with ethnic skin can have varying response to lasers. This factor should be considered when planning their treatment. After laser treatment, Patients with ethnic skin are at greater risk for laser energy absorption by melanin, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, and loss of pigment due to laser effects on melanin production leading to hypopigmentation. Therefore, any laser therapy should be planned carefully, especially in the treatment of patients with darker skin types. (Source: Facial Plasti... Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

The New “Genetico-Racial” Skin Classification: Maximizing the Safety of Skin Treatments for Asians Racial genetics play a significant role in determining a patient's response to any skin treatment. Contrary to traditional skin classifications, the new genetico-racial classification takes into consideration the racial origins of patients, as manifested in both their skin color and their feature contour characteristics, rather than their skin color alone. According to this new classification, patients may belong to 1 of 6 categories, originating from the 3 ancient continents: Africa, Europe, and Asia. In this article the Asian category, as well as its subcategories, are approached in a radically different way. This new geneticoracial classification ushers in a “paradigm shift” in the way Asian patients are perceived before, during, and after skin treatments. The new geneticoracial cla... Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Lip Reduction Surgery (Reduction Cheiloplasty) This article discusses and presents options related to the cosmetic reduction of enlarged lips, primarily in ethnic populations. No formal study is performed. The author presents a literature review and discusses his personal 26-year experiences in lip surgery. When basic tenets are followed, cosmetic lip reduction is a predictable procedure with very little morbidity. Although lip augmentation is a popular cosmetic procedure, a certain percentage of the population desires smaller lips. Reduction cheiloplasty is a safe and predictable procedure that has been performed over a half century. This procedure is relatively simple and has a moderate learning curve. Cosmetic lip reduction is safe and effective, and has a high level of patient acceptance when certain diagnostic and treatment criter... Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Forehead Augmentation with Alloplastic Implants Methods of alloplastic forehead augmentation using soft expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) and silicone implants are described. Soft ePTFE forehead implantation has the advantage of being technically simpler, with better fixation. The disadvantages are a limited degree of forehead augmentation and higher chance of infection. Properly fabricated soft silicone implants provide potential for larger degree of forehead silhouette augmentation with less risk of infection. The corrugated edge and central perforations of the implant minimize mobility and capsule contraction. (Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America) Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0800

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc., Unveils CYTOMIMIC™ Technology At 68th Annual Meeting Of The American Academy Of Dermatology Building on decades of research into how the body's electrical field affects skin regeneration, scientists at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc., have discovered how to harness the power of bioelectricity to help improve skin rejuvenation... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

What Is Heat Rash? What Is Prickly Heat? What Causes Heat Rash? Heat rash, also known as prickly heat, sweat rash and miliaria, is an itchy, red skin rash that often causes a stinging or prickling sensation. It is common in infants but can affect adults too, especially during hot, humid weather. Heat rash develops when sweat ducts become blocked and perspiration is trapped under the skin. This causes irritation and results in the rash... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

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Response to Letter to the Editor: “Title to a text is author's prerogative” I am very pleased to hear yet another input from Mr. Tanuj Kanchan regarding my paper (Congenital burns) published 5 years ago in this journal . I thank him for his interest in this work. I appreciate his latest work which showed the results of a survey regarding the appropriateness of the title of my paper to the text and he concluded in his survey that the title was not appropriate. Well, I can only say that I have my own reservations to the group which he involved in this survey as they are all medical students and I think they are still not experienced enough to be involved in such type of task. I would prefer if the survey respondents were plastic surgeons or may be experienced clinicians. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

Routine radiography is not necessary for finding forgotten staples We appreciate Dr. Tang et al.’s comments on our article: “Forgotten Staples” . They have mentioned that forgotten staples are problematic and may cause legal problems for the surgeons and the most important aspect of their comment is prevention of forgotten staples by means of routine radiography. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

The treatment of hand burns: Timing of debridement and grafting We read with great interest the letter to the editor by van Zuijlen . It is nice to read that they mainly agree with our review , and that they also think that the timing of debridement and grafting is considered as one of the main issues concerning the treatment of burned hands and that there is still a discussion concerning the optimal timing. We think that the paragraph that expresses that wounds should be excised and covered as soon as burn depth can be determined exactly (usually on the second or third day after injury) is still right, because there is not enough literature available showing that late excision is better, but we agree with van Zuijlen that there are some cases or areas, where even a later debridement and more conservative approach might be useful for burn patients ; ne... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

Also about forgotten staples We read with interest the recent two letters to the editor both entitled “Forgotten staples” . Forgotten staples are really problematic. Some patients with this suffer are symptomatic and doctors can even be accused of medical negligence. Therefore much attention has been paid to this issue in our practice. We would like to share our experience in this respect. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

Title to a text is author's prerogative Title should appropriately justify the text . An apt title to an article is a prime concern of the authors as it catches the attention and stays in the mind of the readers. An interesting case report by Suliman followed by a string of arguments and suggestion relating the title of the case report has prompted the author to undertake the present short research. There seems to be a difference in arriving at a particular title. Suliman was fascinated by the ‘congenital’ aspect of burns sustained to the neonate, while Rao and Menezes with the ‘iatrogenic’ aspect of the case . Kanchan ended up combining the two very valid aspects of the case ‘iatrogenic’ and ‘congenital’ to make the title technically more correct, that in no case can be considered a tautology to the title sugges... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

The treatment of hand burns: Timing of debridement and grafting We read with interest a review on the treatment of hand burns by Kamolz, which was recently published in this journal . This review covers a challenging area for the burn surgeon, as the hand is an important part of the body with respect to functional and aesthetic outcome. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

An easy and safe pattern graft for facial burns The association and optimization of donor autograft sites, harvesting methods and cutaneous covering (autografts, allografts, artificial skin substitute…) allow to ensure early excision and grafting of burns. Facial burns occur, and when these require skin grafts, these are ideally taken from sites that have good color match, have not been used before, and are fashioned in sizes to cover the aesthetic units of the face and minimize the appearance of scars in the graft seams. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

Water jet for early treatment of chemical burn The first necessity in the initial management of burn to remove from the wound the agent of burn and also any contaminants, clothes or foreign bodies. This is particularly important in chemical burns, because the agent may penetrate deeply into the skin and cause ongoing tissue destruction unless it is immediately and completely removed by washing or irrigation using saline or water. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:09 -0800

Prefabricated flap for multiple facial units reconstruction using a jejunal seromuscular patch as a vascular carrier Prefabricated flap is a versatile reconstructive option especially in patients with severe burns, because it can create new donor sites without limitation of natural vascular territories. In this method, a vascular carrier is implanted to a new skin territory. Following a period of maturation and neovascularization, the prefabricated flap can be transferred, based on the implanted pedicle. The very first attempt of prefabricated flap was reported by Washio in a canine model using an intestinal seromuscular patch as the vascular carrier. However, the development of various types of tissue transfer, such as muscle , fascia , and vascular pedicle alone, has precluded the usage of intestine in this clinical setting. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Lower limb functional outcome assessment following burn injury: A novel use for 3D laboratory-based movement analysis The primary concern of burn rehabilitation has shifted from survival to maximising functional outcome and improving the time-frame for return to work . In their review of burn rehabilitation outcomes Van Baar et al. reported that restrictions in range of motion (ROM) were experienced by up to 18.5% of adult burns patients, up to 5 years following injury. This emphasises the need for quantification of movement outcomes in burns patients, to enable therapists to plan optimal rehabilitation regimes with the aim of maximising long-term functional outcomes. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Burn injuries from in-car cigarette lighters Burns as a result of disposable cigarette lighters have been widely reported . However, cigarette lighters fitted in cars also have the potential to harm, especially in the paediatric population. Traditionally, 12V outlets have been used to power in-car cigarette lighters. Recently these devices have been used to power in-car entertainment facilities such as mobile DVD players, satellite navigation systems or mobile phone chargers. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Sprayed cultured autologous keratinocytes used alone or in combination with meshed autografts to accelerate wound closure in difficult-to-heal burns patients Extensive deep burns present a significant challenge to the burns surgeon. The limited availability of skin donor sites in such patients means that the time to achieve complete skin cover is prolonged and consequently increases the risk of complications such as sepsis. Research has shown that prompt excision of burned tissue and early wound cover will lead to improved survival, more rapid recovery and reduction in scarring . (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Interleukin-8 is elevated in cerebrospinal fluid following high-voltage electrical injury with late-onset paraplegia suggesting neuronal damage at the microlevel as causative factor The patient, a 31-year-old male, sustained an electric burn injury (16kV, AC/DC) while working with electric power lines. He was acutely admitted to a national burn center in Southeast Sweden, where burns equalling 29% of the total body surface area were noted. The burns were located at the front of the abdomen, upper arms bilaterally, and the left hip region, and the lesions were estimated to be mainly of the dermal type, what was believed initially to be caused mainly by an electric flash. There were no obvious entry or exit sites of the electric current. However, myoglobin in plasma was elevated as a sign of muscular degradation, suggesting that at least some current had passed through the tissues. According to the paramedic report there was an episode of a few minutes of unconsciousnes... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

The characteristics of elderly burns in Shanghai This study aims to analyse the epidemiologic characteristics of severe burn in the elderly in Shanghai and to discusses a possible prevention programme for this population.Methods: A retrospective review of all medical records of elderly patients (aged 60 and older) admitted with acute burns to the Burn Center of the RuiJin Hospital between January 1996 and December 2004 was carried out. Patient demographics, etiology of burn, mechanism of injury, burn extent, anatomical areas burned, number of operations, and outcomes were reviewed.Results: A total of 201 (5.8% of hospitalised patients) elderly patients (mean age (±SD) of 69.3±7.1 years (range 60–90 years)) were admitted. Majority of the patients were men (62.2%) and the most common etiologies were flames (52.7%) and scalds (39.8%). T... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Epidemiology of hospitalized burn patients in a tertiary care hospital in South India Conclusions: In patients with burns, total body surface area involvement more than 30%, age more than 20 years, female gender and presence of facial injury are statistically significant, as predictors of poor outcome and risk of death. The strongest association was seen with facial injury, which increased the risk of death by fourfold. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Parent attitudes towards medical student attendance and interaction in the paediatric burns outpatient clinic Abstract: Medical student attendance in the Outpatient Department is not only essential for the teaching of paediatric burns, but is also important in the recruitment of promising individuals for the growth of our speciality. In 2008, 110 consecutive parents were asked to complete written surveys before the start of their clinic appointment. Only one parent per family could choose to complete the survey. The response rate was 100%. Parents from a diverse range of cultural, educational and socioeconomic were represented in this study. Eighteen parents (16.4%), 48 parents (46.3%) and 44 parents (40.0%) considered their child's burn to be severe, moderate and mild, respectively. One hundred and nine parents (99.1%) accepted the attendance of medical students. Forty-two parents (38.5%) preferr...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:08 -0800

Socioeconomic deprivation and burns Conclusion: This study confirms marked ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in burn injuries requiring hospital admission. This is unacceptable and preventable. We propose active targeting of burn prevention strategies at high-risk groups as a cost-effective way of reducing disparities. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:07 -0800

Burn imaging with a whole field laser Doppler perfusion imager based on a CMOS imaging array Abstract: Laser Doppler perfusion imaging (LDPI) has been proven to be a useful tool in predicting the burn wound outcome in an early stage. A major disadvantage of scanning beam LDPI devices is their slow scanning speed, leading to patient discomfort and imaging artifacts. We have developed the Twente Optical Perfusion Camera (TOPCam), a whole field laser Doppler perfusion imager based on a CMOS imaging array, which is two orders of magnitude faster than scanning beam LDPI systems. In this paper the first clinical results of the TOPCam in the setting of a burn centre are presented. The paper shows perfusion images of burns of various degrees. While our system encounters problems caused by blisters, tissue necrosis, surface reflection and curvature in a manner similar to scanning beam imag... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:07 -0800

Trapeze-flap plasty: Effective method for postburn neck contracture elimination Abstract: The new method for postburn neck contracture management is presented. The method is found to be most effective when using the local flap procedures on patients who cannot undergo complex and long surgical procedures that are aimed at both contracture elimination and neck skin restoration (children, elderly patients, patients with inadequate donor sites, and patients with cosmetically acceptable scar appearance). The method consists of the opposite transposition of trapezoid scar-fascial flaps which are prepared one on each antero-lateral neck surface. Both flaps include scars, fat, platysma and deep cervical fascia. As a result of the trapeze-flap plasty, the anterior surface of the neck is lengthened approximately by 100–200%, the contracture is eliminated and mentocervical an...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:07 -0800

Use of bone anchors for flap fixation in burned patients Conclusion: Mitek anchors are a useful tool in plastic surgery. Suture anchors are used when coverage poses a risk of shearing away from the bone or adequate periosteum and soft tissue is not available for standard suture techniques. The anchor system provides a simple, fast, and efficient technique for flap fixation. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:07 -0800

The use of theraputic plasma exchange (TPE) in the setting of refractory burn shock This study examines the physiologic effects of theraputic plasma exchange (TPE) in the setting of refractory burn shock and attempts to identify variables that correlate with the eventual need for TPE.Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted of 40 patients over 24 months with >20% TBSA burns who experienced complicated resuscitations. TPE was utilized in 21 patients when the patients’ total resuscitation volumes exceeded 1.2 times the amount predicted by the modified Baxter formula (3cm3 LR/kg/%TBSA). Nineteen matched, contemporaneous patients served as controls. Demographic, injury severity, and acute clinical variables were abstracted for comparison between the two groups. Additionally, the TPE group was analyzed for blood lactate levels, mean arterial pressure (MAP) and urine o... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:06 -0800

Burn severity and post-burn infertility in men Abstract: Burn wounds are a common cause of much morbidity and misery, especially in low- and medium-income countries. A number of studies show that severe burns cause infertility from poor sperm production.The pathways leading to such infertility are not well understood, and it is not known how the severity of injury affects this post-burn infertility (PBI). We evaluated the relationship between sperm parameters and indices of burn severity, such as burn surface area and depth in 19 adults.Total sperm counts ranged from 0 to 160million/ml, with a mean of 19.58±7.52million/ml. About 60% of the subjects had total counts of 20million/ml or less, falling into the clinically oligospermic range. We found only a weak correlation between infertility and both burn depth and burn surface area. The... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:05 -0800

Hypercalcaemia and acute renal failure after major burns: An under-diagnosed condition Abstract: Background: Hypercalcaemia has been shown to occur in about 20% of patients with major burns requiring prolonged intensive care unit (ICU) treatment, and it may be associated with renal failure. Having observed the early onset of hypercalcaemia, the study aimed to determine the frequency and timing of this condition in a European patient cohort.Methods: A retrospective cohort study on a prospectively collected, computerised database of the 225 burn-injury ICU admissions between 2001 and 2007 was undertaken. The inclusion criteria included: burns >20% of the body surface area (BSA) or in-hospital stay >20 days. Hypercalcaemia was defined as an ionised plasma calcium (Ca2+) concentration >1.32mmoll-1 (or total corrected calcium=[Ca]c>2.55mmoll-1). Four emblematic cases are repo... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:05 -0800

How would you like your tea, vicar? Discussion/conclusion: Hot beverages can cause significant scald injuries especially in the paediatric population. We demonstrated the potential for a full thickness burn despite cooling for 10min or the addition of cold milk. Thus the complacent attitude surrounding beverages under such conditions should be abolished. Our work also reiterates the need for education amongst caregivers regarding the handling of hot beverages in order to reduce the number of household injuries. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:05 -0800

Actinidia deliciosa (kiwifruit), a new drug for enzymatic debridement of acute burn wounds Abstract: Background: Actinidia deliciosa (kiwifruit) is used as a meat tenderizer. It acts rapidly and efficiently to soften meat, liquefying it if allowed to work for more than a few hours. Observing this effect and the lack of studies addressing this subject in the literature, the authors sought to investigate the use of this natural remedy in an animal model for eschar separation and debridement.Methods: Thirty-five male rats were divided randomly into three groups. Under general anaesthesia, a limited standard full-thickness burn was produced on the back of each rat. For the intervention group (G1, 15 rats), the wounds were covered with fresh kiwifruit; for control groups 2 and 3 (G2, 15 rats; G3, five rats), the dressing was a neutral ointment (Emulsifier 1220). Weekly wound observat... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:05 -0800

Processing efficacy in relation to microbial contamination of skin allografts from 723 donors Abstract: The Siena Skin Bank, established in 2000, processes skin from more than 130 cadaveric donors per year (about 400,000cm2) and distributes it for transplants to treat burns and other types of skin loss. More than 1,500,000cm2 of homologous skin has been transplanted to date. At the Siena Skin Bank we conducted a retrospective study of our data to assess microbial contamination of skin specimens from 723 donors banked in the period 2000–2007. Our aim was to determine factors deleterious for skin quality, to optimize skin banking procedures and to reduce corrective actions. The factors analyzed were: type of donor (multi-organ, multi-tissue, live or cadaver), cause of death, time elapsing between death and procurement, different procurement centres and operator experience. Of the 7... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:05 -0800

Descriptive and inferential statistical methods used in burns research Conclusion: Descriptive analysis and basic statistical techniques account for most of the statistical tests reported. This information should prove useful in deciding which tests should be emphasised in educating burn care professionals. These results highlight the need for burn care professionals to have a sound understanding of basic statistics, which is crucial in interpreting and reporting data. Advice should be sought from professionals in the fields of biostatistics and epidemiology when using more advanced statistical techniques. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:05 -0800

Macrophage migration inhibitory factor—A potential diagnostic tool in severe burn injuries? Abstract: Serum macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) and procalcitonin (PCT) concentrations as well as leucocyte numbers were evaluated in a retrospective study with 23 patients with severe burn injuries. The MIF and PCT concentrations as well as the number of leucocytes (LEU) were monitored over a period of 5 days. The total body surface area (TBSA) and sepsis-related organ failure assessment (SOFA) scores were also evaluated. The MIF, PCT concentrations and leucocyte counts were profoundly increased in all patients with severe burn wounds. At the time of admission into the intensive care unit, no significant differences were observed for the MIF and PCT levels between patients with a TBSA60% (Group 2). After 48h, however, the MIF and PCT levels reached very high levels in a subgr... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:04 -0800

The treatment of deep dermal hand burns: How do we achieve better results? Should we use allogeneic keratinocytes or skin grafts? Abstract: The treatment of deep dermal burns has a broad spectrum and has been subject to discussion over the past years. The treatment of hand burns is challenging due to the high requirements to aesthetic and functional outcome. 27 patients, 7 women and 20 men with deep dermal hand burns with a mean age of 41.3±16.5 and a mean TBSA of 15%±19.6% were treated either with allogeneic cryopreserved keratinocytes or with split skin grafts. Long-term follow-up revealed no statistical significant differences between the two groups concerning Vancouver Scar Scale as well as hand function judged by the DASH score; however there was a tendency to higher VSS scores and impaired aesthetic results in the keratinocyte group. Allogeneic keratinocytes are a suitable armentarium for the treatment of dee...<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:04 -0800

The use of AlloDerm on major burn patients: AlloDerm prevents post-burn joint contracture Abstract: In efforts to prevent and reduce joint contracture and scar formation after burn, we used the acellular human dermis (AlloDerm®) as a dermal replacement in the acute stage. A total of 64 patients received AlloDerm® graft selectively on joint areas during the study period from March, 2005 to July, 2007. From January to March, 2008, a total of 31 patients returned to our burn center to examine the functional results by measuring range of motion of joints. Additionally, the quality of grafted skin condition criteria of skin elasticity, scar thickness, trans-epidermal water loss, melanin and erythema level was measured in a total of 11 patients among them. By analyzing the limitation level of 55 joints excluding hand areas, we found that 24 joints (43.6%) showed no limitations, 12 ... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:04 -0800

Biological background of dermal substitutes Abstract: Dermal substitutes are of major importance in treating full thickness skin defects, both in acute and chronic wounds. In this review we will outline specific requirements of three classes of dermal substitutes:Biological and clinical requirements will be translated to composition, physical structure, immunological properties and cell–matrix interactions of the various materials.Important properties like pore size, cell adhesion sites (e.g. RGD sequences), crosslinking, degradability and the presence of a basement membrane will be discussed for each of the different classes of materials. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:04 -0800

Chemical burns: Pathophysiology and treatment Abstract: Chemical burns continue to pose a variety of dilemmas to the clinician managing such cases. Assessment of burn depth is often difficult and the decision whether to excise the wound early is not always clear-cut. In this updated review, common agents are classified and the basic principles of management and specific recommendations are examined. The complications arising from exposure to these chemicals and the supportive measures needed during treatment are also described. (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:04 -0800

ISBIEXCA_210x280_b.pdf (Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Sat, 13 Mar 2010 04:58:04 -0800

Exploring Diabetes' Link To Eating Disorders Diabetics, under the gun to better manage their disease by controlling their food intake and weight, may find themselves in the sticky wicket of needing treatment that makes them hungry, researchers said. Attempts to maintain healthy blood sugar levels and prevent weight gain may suggest an eating disorder when the disease and its treatment are to blame, said Dr... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Tackling Childhood Obesity With Get Up, Get Out And Go! Getting children involved in finding ways to become more physically active can not only make them more aware of local recreational opportunities, but can even help increase their own physical activity. That's the result of a study examining the role of seven national parks in contributing to the health of today's youth... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Strong Period Pain And Excess Weight In Childhood Increase Risk Of Endometriosis Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR) scientists have identified a new link between strong period pain experienced in adolescence and early adulthood and the risk of endometriosis. Researchers from QIMR's Gynaecological Cancer Laboratory have found having strong period pain often at an early age doubles a woman's risk of developing endometriosis... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Cutting Obesity In Black, Latino New Yorkers A $6 million grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) has funded the creation of ORBIT: Obesity Related Behavioral Intervention Trials to focus on reducing obesity and obesity-related deaths in New York City's African-American and Latino communities... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Weight-Bearing Exercise Does Not Prevent Increased Bone Turnover During Weight Loss, MU Researchers Find While there are many benefits of losing weight, weight reduction also might negatively affect bones in the body. During weight loss, bones are being remodeled - breaking down old bone and forming new bone - at an accelerated rate. As a result, bone density is reduced, causing increased fragility... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Team Approach Provides Better Care For Children With Cleft Lip And Palate Children with a cleft lip or cleft palate are more likely to receive recommended age-appropriate health care when that care is provided by an interdisciplinary team rather than an individual provider. In a study encompassing three states, Arkansas, Iowa and New York, 24% of participants were not receiving team care... (Source: Cleft Palate News From Medical News Today) Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

COPPERTONE(R) Solar Research Center Unveils Studies On Efficacy Of Topical Antioxidants In Sunscreens At 2010 Annual Meeting Schering-Plough HealthCare Products, Inc., the consumer healthcare division of Merck & Co., Inc., the makers of COPPERTONE®, announced at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology the results of studies demonstrating the efficacy of topical antioxidants in broad spectrum sunscreens... Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Phase III REGION-I Study Shows PEP005 (ingenol Mebutate) Gel 0.05% May Reduce Pre-Cancerous Skin Lesions In Patients With Actinic Keratosis Specialty pharmaceutical company LEO Pharma announced that findings from a Phase III study evaluating PEP005 (ingenol mebutate) Gel 0.05% to treat actinic keratosis (AK), a common pre-cursor to skin cancer, were presented at the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) (Scientific Session Poster Discussion: P105)... Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

A Layperson's Psychological Take on Fake Breasts <p>Food for thought on the real reasons why women get breast augmentation.</p><p>Contributor: M G<br />Published: Apr 25, 2005</p> Mon, 25 Apr 2005 20:44:00 -0700

The Benefits of Saline Implants Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Droopy eyelids, bags and crow`s feet Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Welcomes New Editor-in-Chief Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialDOI 10.1007/s00266-010-9477-yAuthors Catherine Foss, ISAPS Hanover NH USA Journal Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1432-5241Print ISSN 0364-216X (Source: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:18:43 -0800

Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome in a 7-year-old girl with Hurler’s syndrome Abstract&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a case report of bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome in a 7-year-old girl with Hurler’s syndrome successfully managed with standard carpal tunnel releases. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s00238-010-0403-yAuthors Amy J. Greenwood, Frenchay Hospital Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Bristol UKJacqueline E. Rees-Lee, Frenchay Hospital Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Bristol UKSimon Lee, Frenchay Hospital Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Bristol UK Journal European Journal of Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1435-0130Print ISSN 0930-343X (Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:17:37 -0800

Botulinum Toxin Injection May Help Prevent Some Types Of Migraine Pain A preliminary study suggests the same type of botulinum injection used for cosmetic purposes may be associated with reduced frequency of migraine headaches that are described as crushing, vicelike or eye-popping (ocular), but not pain that is experienced as a buildup of pressure inside the head, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the ... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:00:00 -0800

Study Examines Outcomes After Bariatric Surgery Revisions Revisional bariatric surgery appears to be associated with a higher risk of complications than the initial procedure, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Surgical treatment is currently the only effective approach for long-term weight loss in the severely obese, according to background information in the article... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:00:00 -0800

Study Identifies Racial And Ethnic Disparities In Surgical Care Minority patients in New York City appear less likely than white patients to have surgeries performed by surgeons or at facilities that have handled large numbers of similar procedures in the past, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:00:00 -0800

Company Pleads Guilty To Felony Misbranding Of A Drug Grant C... Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:00:00 -0800

Company Pleads Guilty To Felony Misbranding Of A Drug Grant C... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Mon, 15 Feb 2010 02:00:00 -0800

ADPH Observes National Nutrition Month With Satellite Conference on Obesity And Overweight The health risk factors of obesity and overweight in Alabamians will be the focus of a combined satellite conference and webcast March 17 from 2-3 p.m. central time. Excessive weight and obesity are major risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, the No. 1 cause of death worldwide... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Potential To Improve Children's Diets Without Burdening School Finances While Helping Local Farmers During the school day, children eat roughly one-third of their nutritional needs while at school. Besides lunch, breakfast and snacks may be served, providing ample opportunities for obesity-prevention strategies by offering more nutritious food... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Research Roundup: Childhood Obesity, Insurance Coverage In Cancer Trials, Hospitals Stays And Need For Nursing Homes Health Affairs this month is devoted to the topic of childhood obesity, with the first study of the group - National, State, And Local Disparities In Childhood Obesity - pointing out that "new data from the 2007 National Survey of Children's Health show that the percentage of children ages 10-17 who are overweight ... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Low Levels Of Vitamin D Linked To Muscle Fat, Decreased Strength In Young People There's an epidemic in progress, and it has nothing to do with the flu. A ground-breaking study published in the March 2010 Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found an astonishing 59 per cent of study subjects had too little Vitamin D in their blood. Nearly a quarter of the group had serious deficiencies (less than 20 ng/ml) of this important vitamin... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Obesity Associated With Risk Of Colorectal Tumors Without Microsatellite Instability The increased risk of colorectal cancer associated with obesity may be largely restricted to tumors that have no or low microsatellite instability (MSI), a common condition in most colorectal cancers, according to a new study published online March 8 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Drinking Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Daily Linked To Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Increased Healthcare Costs More Americans now drink sugar-sweetened sodas, sport drinks and fruit drinks daily, and this increase in consumption has led to more diabetes and heart disease over the past decade, researchers reported at the American Heart Association's 50th Annual Conference on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

BioTime Reports Results From Independent Hextend(R) Study BioTime, Inc. (NYSE Amex:BTIM) reported recently-released results from an independent study evaluating the use of Hextend® in hemodynamically unstable trauma patients. Hextend (6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection) is BioTime's commercially-available blood plasma volume expander used to treat hypovolemia (low blood volume)... Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:00:00 -0800

BioTime Reports Results From Independent Hextend(R) Study BioTime, Inc. (NYSE Amex:BTIM) reported recently-released results from an independent study evaluating the use of Hextend® in hemodynamically unstable trauma patients. Hextend (6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection) is BioTime's commercially-available blood plasma volume expander used to treat hypovolemia (low blood volume)... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Saline Implants' Risks, Benefits Essential Info for Health Literate Women <p>Breast projection is a legitimate wish of some women. They may be aware of the risks and costs of a saline implant. It must be possible for every woman who takes a considered decision to opt for reconstruction surgery, to have her wish fulfilled.</p><p>Contributor: Jenny Tansey<br />Published: May 27, 2005</p> Fri, 27 May 2005 14:36:00 -0700

The treatment of soft-tissue defects of the lower leg after a traumatic open tibial fracture Abstract  The treatment of large soft-tissue defects of the lower leg remains a challenge. The timing of the operation, the most suitable type of tissue, and the decision between local or free flap coverage still remains under discussion. Fifty-two patients were treated with local or free flap coverage after a traumatic soft-tissue defect of the lower leg. We compared the results after treatment with local versus free flaps and fasciocutaneous flaps versus musculocutaneous flaps. In the case of primary reconstruction, we also compared the results regarding the timing of the operation: patients treated within 72 h after the trauma versus patients treated after 72 h. Thirty-five patients (67%) have been treated because of posttraumatic soft-tissue defects and, theref... Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:43:09 -0800

10 Myths About Breast Cancer Busted <p>Ten of the most common myths about breast cancer exposed here. Some of them may surprise you, and others you just be aware of.</p><p>Contributor: Megan Mathews<br />Published: May 19, 2006</p> Fri, 19 May 2006 03:14:00 -0700

Improvements in Transaxillary Breast Augmentation Conclusion  Transaxillary augmentation mammaplasty without routine endoscopic assistance is a safe method with predictable results and a high rate of patient satisfaction. The transaxillary technique offers the advantage of locating the surgical scar off the breast. It requires closer supervision during the first few postoperative months compared with the submammary or periareolar technique because it is more difficult to place and maintain implants at the proper level using the transaxillary approach. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00266-009-9437-6Authors Igor Niechajev, Lidingö-kliniken Torsvägen 30 181 32 Lidingö, Stockholm Sweden Journal Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1432-5241Print ISSN 0364-216X (Source: Aesth... Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:48:53 -0800

Inferior Pedicle Autoaugmentation Mastopexy After Breast Implant Removal Conclusion  The advantages of the technique presented here are that it minimizes the skin scar in cases using vertical mammaplasty techniques and optimizes the breast shape after breast implant removal in patients who do not want a new implant. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00266-010-9471-4Authors Johannes Franz Hönig, Paracelsus Clinic Hannover Hannover GermanyHans Peter Frey, Clinic im Loewen-Center Luzern Luzern SwitzerlandFrank Michael Hasse, Paracelsus Clinic Hannover Hannover GermanyJens Hasselberg, Paracelsus Clinic Hannover Hannover Germany Journal Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1432-5241Print ISSN 0364-216X (Source: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:48:53 -0800

Psychological Profile of Taiwanese Female Cosmetic Surgery Candidates: Understanding Their Motivation for Cosmetic Surgery Conclusions  The results of this study indicate that the Taiwanese female CS candidates did not have higher body image dissatisfaction or greater body image investment than the control group. However, body area dissatisfaction was the only significant predictor for the likelihood of having CS, a feature not previously recognized in Asian CS candidates. The higher self-esteem of the CS candidates opposes the view that low self-esteem is a principal motivating factor for CS. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00266-009-9461-6Authors Hung-Chi Chen, E-Da Hospital/I-Shou University Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery No. 1 Yi-Da Road, Jiau-Shu Tsuen, Yan-Chau Shiang Kaohsiung County Taiwan, ROCVasu Karri, E-Da Hospital/I-Shou U... Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:48:51 -0800

Commentary on “Skin malignancy of the head and neck in Calabar, Southern Nigeria” by Asuquo Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s00238-010-0393-9Authors Ian Jackson, Institute for Craniofacial and Reconstructive Surgery Southfield MI USA Journal European Journal of Plastic SurgeryOnline ISSN 1435-0130Print ISSN 0930-343X (Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:48:03 -0800

The non surgical face lift: What is a microcurrent facial? Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:00:02 -0700

Short Term High-Intensity Interval Training (HIT) As Effective As Moderate Long Term Endurance Exercise, Study The excuse that there is not enough time to exercise effectively is beginning to wear thin according to evidence from a study by scientists in Canada who found that short term high-intensity interval training (HIT) can deliver in significantly less time the same health benefits as moderate long term "endurance" training... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0800

The Results Are In: Users Of BodyMedia's Wearable Body-Monitoring Technology Lose 3 Times More Weight With obesity in America reaching alarming levels -- across our adult and youth populations -- results from a clinical trial unveiled by BodyMedia confirm that participants who used BodyMedia's wearable body-monitoring technology either in conjunction with a group weight loss program or as part of their own self-directed program lost up to three times more weight than individual... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:00:00 -0800

Joint Role Of Obesity And Alcohol In Increasing The Risk Of Liver Disease Obesity and alcohol act together to increase the risk of liver disease in both men and women according to two studies published on bmj.com today. These findings have significant clinical and public health implications. In the UK, rates of liver disease and obesity are increasing. Alcohol is a major cause of liver cirrhosis... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

What Is Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)? What Causes Hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis, also known as polyhidrosis or sudorrhea means excessive sweating; sweating too much. Hidrosis means sweating, while hyper means too much, or excessively. The excessive sweating may be either localized in specific parts of the body, or generalized (everywhere). Most cases of excessive sweating tend to start during a person's teenage years - their adolescence... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Erythromycin extravasation mimicking necrotising fasciitis in the infant We present a case of erythromycin extravasation in a 1-year-old child with significant comorbidities. The presentation of blistering and deep dermal necrosis followed extravasation of an unknown volume of erythromycin and required urgent plastic surgery review and tissue reconstruction. This represents the first reported case of erythromycin extravasation and graphically illustrates the potentially devastating effects of this uncommon injury. Little is known about the mechanism of injury in erythromycin extravasation, though it is likely to be multifactorial. Immediate management is with local irrigation of the injury site, elevation and symptomatic relief. In large-volume extravasations and late diagnosis, the clinical signs are much more pronounced, with rapid necrosis and tissue l... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:45:38 -0800

Skin malignancy of the head and neck in Calabar, Southern Nigeria Abstract  Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common malignant skin tumour in sub-Saharan Africa in contrast to Caucasians in whom basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is most frequent. We evaluated all patients with a histologic diagnosis of skin malignancy of the head and neck presenting to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar from January 2005 through December 2008. This was compared with total skin malignancy during the same period. Seventy patients presented with skin malignancy during the study period. The 15 patients with lesions located on the head and neck accounted for 21% of skin malignancy seen during the same period. SCC 7 (46%) ranked first while the second was Kaposi sarcoma (KS), 4 (27%), all human immunodeficiency virus seropositive. Others were... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:45:37 -0800

Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Center Passes Surgical Milestone Few treatments are available to help obese adolescents who are unable to lose weight and are already suffering from obesity-related health problems. Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB), an option for adults in the United States since 2001, is showing promise for teens... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Center Passes Surgical Milestone Few treatments are available to help obese adolescents who are unable to lose weight and are already suffering from obesity-related health problems. Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB), an option for adults in the United States since 2001, is showing promise for teens... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Advancements In Skin Care At AAD Annual Meeting Presented By P&G Beauty & Grooming Research presented by P&G Beauty & Grooming scientists at the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (Miami Beach, FL, March 5-9) examines skin care science from multiple perspectives, offering insights into how ingredient formulations, care regimens and gene expressions impact skin condition... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0800

Advancements In Skin Care At AAD Annual Meeting Presented By P&G Beauty & Grooming Research presented by P&G Beauty & Grooming scientists at the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (Miami Beach, FL, March 5-9) examines skin care science from multiple perspectives, offering insights into how ingredient formulations, care regimens and gene expressions impact skin condition... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:00:00 -0800

Advancements In Skin Care At AAD Annual Meeting Presented By P&G Beauty & Grooming Research presented by P&G Beauty & Grooming scientists at the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (Miami Beach, FL, March 5-9) examines skin care science from multiple perspectives, offering insights into how ingredient formulations, care regimens and gene expressions impact skin condition... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today)<div id="medworm"><p><b><i>MedWorm Message:</i></b> Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm <b><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.medworm.com/rss/search.php?qu=%2Bswine+%2B%28influenza+flu%29&t=Swine+Flu&f=infectiousdiseases&r=Any&o=d">Swine Flu RSS news feed</a></b> - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.</p></div> Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:00:00 -0800

Bedbugs, Scabies And Head Lice Oh My! If simply the thought of bedbugs, scabies and head lice makes you feel a little itchy, imagine how those affected by these common infestations feel when they learn what has been creeping around them and causing symptoms such as intense itching, red bite marks or irritated scalps... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Research Reveals How Popular Skin Filler Works At The Molecular Level To Stimulate Collagen Production In Sun-Damaged Skin In the U.S. and around the world, the popularity of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures continues to increase. Soft tissue injectables, also known as dermal fillers, are popular procedures that improve the appearance of aging and sun-damaged skin by restoring lost volume and filling lines... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Sizing Up Nanotechnology: How Nanosized Particles May Affect Skin Care Products The rapidly growing field of nanotechnology and its future use in cosmetic products holds both enormous potential and potential concern for consumers. Currently, major cosmetic manufacturers have imposed a voluntary ban on the use of nanoparticles in products while they await a ruling from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the safety of this technology... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Psoriasis Is More Than Skin Deep For the approximately 7.5 million Americans affected by psoriasis, the thick, red, scaly, itchy plaques it causes only scratch the surface when it comes to the overall implications of this disease... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Dermatologists Can Help Women Win The Fight Against Common Forms Of Hair Loss For many women, unexplained hair loss can take a significant psychological toll on their overall quality of life. From altering their hairstyle to hide a thinning part to scaling back their hair care regimen in an effort to halt further hair loss, women try countless ways to cover up this problem and the results are often lukewarm at best... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Contact Dermatitis Can Be Irritating, Especially When The Cause Is A Mystery Itchy irritated skin can leave some people scratching their heads trying to determine the cause of this bothersome condition... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Research Reveals How Popular Skin Filler Works At The Molecular Level To Stimulate Collagen Production In Sun-Damaged Skin In the U.S. and around the world, the popularity of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures continues to increase. Soft tissue injectables, also known as dermal fillers, are popular procedures that improve the appearance of aging and sun-damaged skin by restoring lost volume and filling lines... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Sizing Up Nanotechnology: How Nanosized Particles May Affect Skin Care Products The rapidly growing field of nanotechnology and its future use in cosmetic products holds both enormous potential and potential concern for consumers. Currently, major cosmetic manufacturers have imposed a voluntary ban on the use of nanoparticles in products while they await a ruling from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the safety of this technology... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:00:00 -0800

Sizing Up Nanotechnology: How Nanosized Particles May Affect Skin Care Products The rapidly growing field of nanotechnology and its future use in cosmetic products holds both enormous potential and potential concern for consumers. Currently, major cosmetic manufacturers have imposed a voluntary ban on the use of nanoparticles in products while they await a ruling from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the safety of this technology... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:00:00 -0800

Research Reveals How Popular Skin Filler Works At The Molecular Level To Stimulate Collagen Production In Sun-Damaged Skin In the U.S. and around the world, the popularity of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures continues to increase. Soft tissue injectables, also known as dermal fillers, are popular procedures that improve the appearance of aging and sun-damaged skin by restoring lost volume and filling lines... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:00:00 -0800

More Than Skin Deep - Inside The Beauty Lab Scientists at L'Oréal, in hot pursuit of the hidden elements of beauty, seem well on their way to disputing the old adage, "beauty is only skin deep." In fact, their work indicates that what makes hair curly or straight and skin smooth or rough, is much deeper... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

More Than Skin Deep - Inside The Beauty Lab Scientists at L'Oréal, in hot pursuit of the hidden elements of beauty, seem well on their way to disputing the old adage, "beauty is only skin deep." In fact, their work indicates that what makes hair curly or straight and skin smooth or rough, is much deeper... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0800

Abbott To Collaborate With GSK On Molecular Diagnostic Test To Select Candidate Patients For Future Skin Cancer Immunotherapy Abbott (NYSE: ABT) announced that it has entered into an agreement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) to develop a molecular diagnostic test intended for use as an aid in selecting patients who may benefit from a skin cancer treatment in development by GSK... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

More Than Skin Deep - Inside The Beauty Lab Scientists at L'Oréal, in hot pursuit of the hidden elements of beauty, seem well on their way to disputing the old adage, "beauty is only skin deep." In fact, their work indicates that what makes hair curly or straight and skin smooth or rough, is much deeper... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

More Than Skin Deep Scientists at L'Oréal, in hot pursuit of the hidden elements of beauty, seem well on their way to disputing the old adage, "beauty is only skin deep." In fact, their work indicates that what makes hair curly or straight and skin smooth or rough, is much deeper... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Surgical versus pathological excision margins—an excision too far? Abstract  A common observation by clinicians who surgically excise skin pathology is the discrepancy between the measured size of the surgical specimen and that of the measurements reported by the examining pathologist. This discrepancy can often be the difference between whether, in the case of skin malignancies, the patient requires further wider excision, follow-up and, in cases where relevant, discharge. Could it therefore mean that patients are needlessly undergoing further excisions that could be avoided with more careful attention to specimen measurements and specimen ‘shrinkage,’ both surgically and pathologically? We measured the length and width of skin lesions excised pre- and post-operatively and compared these measurements with the reported histopathological... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:52:51 -0800

First Fractional Laser FDA Cleared For Striae Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Lux1540™ Fractional non-ablative laser handpiece has received the first clearance by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of striae (stretch marks) using a fractional laser... Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:00:00 -0800

First Fractional Laser FDA Cleared For Striae Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Lux1540™ Fractional non-ablative laser handpiece has received the first clearance by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of striae (stretch marks) using a fractional laser... (Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today) Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0800