Scott Spear, MD: The Surgeon Who Saved One Million Nipples (and Counting)
The October 2015 cover story features Scott Spear, MD, an early champion of nipple-sparing mastectomy.
The October 2015 cover story features Scott Spear, MD, an early champion of nipple-sparing mastectomy.
For women undergoing autologous breast reconstruction—reconstruction using the patient’s own tissues, rather than implants—the risks of overall and specific complications are increased at higher body mass index (BMI) levels.
In a recent survey, 60% of facial plastic surgeons noted an increase in patients with “Ozempic Face,” linked to the weight loss drug Semaglutide, with Manhattan facial plastic surgeon Sam Rizk, MD, advocating for his deep plane facelift technique as a long-term solution.
A dermal substitute called urinary bladder matrix, or UBM, enables new approaches to surgical reconstruction of severe traumatic avulsion injuries of the head and face—reducing reliance on skin grafts.
Read MoreArtificial intelligence (AI) techniques may provide a more accurate approach to predicting the risk of periprosthetic infection after implant-based breast reconstruction.
Read MoreThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Plastic Surgery Foundation announce the 12th annual Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day USA (BRA Day) on October 18, aimed at educating breast cancer patients about their reconstruction options and improving their overall well-being.
Read MoreEstablishment Labs Holdings Inc. has nabbed U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance for the Motiva Flora SmoothSilk Tissue Expander, which features SmoothSilk surface technology to reduce inflammation and an MRI-compatible port without magnets for improved radiation oncology treatment precision.
Read MoreWomen undergoing autologous breast reconstruction—in which the breast is reconstructed using the patient’s own tissues—report higher satisfaction with their breasts at follow-up, compared to those undergoing implant-based reconstruction, reports a new study.
Read MoreRecently popularized utility terrain vehicles with “side-by-side” passenger seating are associated with higher rates of severe hand injuries when compared to traditional all-terrain vehicles, reports a study in the October issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Read MoreAutologous breast reconstruction using a patient’s own tissues is successful in women with a history of massive weight loss, but poses higher risks of complications and revision surgery compared to those without such weight loss.
Read MoreTF Biologics will be honored with the 2023 Corporate Humanitarian Award at Mission Plasticos’ annual event for their support of reconstructive breast surgery and medical training.
Read MoreA recent study examined regret and satisfaction among individuals who underwent gender-affirming mastectomy, revealing highly positive outcomes with minimal regret, aligning with previous research indicating low rates of regret following gender-affirming surgeries.
Read MoreRace/ethnicity is not an independent predictor of hospital readmission in patients undergoing breast reconstruction surgery, according to a new study appearing in the August issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Read MorePtosis repair surgery, unlike cosmetic upper lid blepharoplasty, is primarily performed for functional reasons and can be combined with blepharoplasty to improve both the appearance and functionality of the eyelids. Here is what plastic surgeons need to know about ptosis repair.
Read MoreA combination of two established surgical techniques provides good outcomes in repair of cleft palate in infants, according to a new study.
Read MoreEstablishment Labs Holdings Inc., a medical technology company focused on breast aesthetics and reconstruction, announces that it has received CE marking under the European Medical Device Regulation for the Motiva Injector, the Motiva Inflatable Balloon, and the Motiva Channel Dissector.
Read MoreA cleft lip or palate arises from the combined effects of genes and inflammatory risk factors experienced during pregnancy, such as smoking or infections, finds a new study led by University College London researchers.
Read MoreFor breast cancer patients undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy, avoiding postoperative oral antibiotics does not reduce the risk of infections, researchers say.
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