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Cosmetic Surgery 2024-1

This selection focusses on plastic and reconstructive surgery, examining surgical techniques, body mass index effects, and the choice between skin grafts and flaps. It also addresses eyelid ptosis management and liposuction practices to enhance patient care. Learn more about the contents of this selection below.

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20 minutes | 0.25 CME credit

Details

+ CME credit: 0.25
+ Open access articles: 5
+ Duration: 00h 20m
+ Language: English
+ Available since 17 December 2024
+ Accredited by EACCME® until 6 March 2027

Target group

+ Hand surgeons
+ Orthopedic surgeons
+ Researchers in hand surgery
+ Rehabilitation specialists

+ Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons would gain the most direct insights into surgical techniques, patient selection, and outcomes related to various procedures discussed in the articles.

+ Oculoplastic Surgeons would find the information on eyelid ptosis management particularly relevant, as it directly pertains to their practice and patient care.

+ Dermatologists, especially those involved in surgical dermatology, would benefit from understanding the implications of grafts, flaps, and the aesthetic outcomes of skin cancer surgeries.

Target group

Covered articles

+ Impact of Body Mass Index on Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Liposculpture in Private Practice
Cruz Vargas, Johanna MD; Carbajal Barrios, Miguel MD; De la Cruz Ku, Gabriel MD. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open 12(11):p e6291, November 2024.

+ Comparison of Colorado Needle Electrocautery and Traditional Scalpel for Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty Incision: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Pruksapong, Chatchai MD, PhD, FRCST; Jankajorn, Suttisun FRCST; Burusapat, Chairat FRCST; Attainsee, Akaradech FRCST; Wanichjaroen, Nutthapong FRCST; Wongprakob, Nuttadon FRCST; Siriwattana, Kolid MD. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open 12(11):p e6325, November 2024.

+ Posterior Müller Muscle-Conjunctival Resection as a First Step to Treat Eyelid Ptosis: Clinical Results and Treatment Algorithm
Maarten Fechner, Isabelle Francisca Petronella Maria Kappen, Joep Antonius Franciscus van Rooij, Berend van der Lei. Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum, Volume 6, 2024.

+ Functional and Aesthetic Comparison between Grafts and Local Flaps in Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer Surgery of the Face: A Cohort Study
Faenza, Mario et al. JPRAS Open, Volume 42, 97 - 112.

+ Current Standards of Liposuction Surgery and the Effect of Tumescent Anesthesia on Patient Recovery.
Persaud Clive, Castellano J. Journal of Cosmetic Surgery 2(1):15-16.

Learning objectives

+ Understand the impact of Body Mass Index (BMI) on surgical outcomes and complications in patients undergoing liposculpture, emphasizing the importance of patient selection and preoperative assessment in cosmetic procedures.

+ Understand and articulate the comparative advantages and outcomes of using electrocautery versus traditional scalpel techniques in lower eyelid blepharoplasty, including their effects on intraoperative bleeding, incision time, and scar quality.

+ Understand the efficacy and applicability of the Müller Muscle-Conjunctival Resection (MMCR) procedure as a primary treatment option for eyelid ptosis across various etiologies and severity levels, as well as the implications for clinical practice.

+ Evaluate the effectiveness of different reconstructive techniques for non-melanoma skin cancers, specifically understanding the advantages of local flaps over skin grafts in terms of aesthetic and functional outcomes.

+ Understand the current standards and techniques in liposuction surgery, particularly the role of tumescent anesthesia in improving patient recovery and safety outcomes.

Learning objectives

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