Plastic Surgery – Medxy AI

Combined Fascial Plane Blocks Fail to Superiorize Paravertebral Block in Mastectomy: Results from a 1,507-Patient Cluster-Randomized Trial

By MedXY 01/19/2026

A large-scale cluster-randomized trial involving 1,507 patients demonstrated that adding PECS I blocks to paravertebral or serratus anterior plane blocks does not reduce postoperative opioid use or improve recovery compared to paravertebral block alone in mastectomy with reconstruction.

Dermatology news Plastic Surgery

Bio-Engineered Autologous Skin Grafts Outperform Gold Standard in Burn Care: 1-Year Phase IIB Results

By MedXY 12/29/2025

A Phase IIB trial demonstrates that denovoSkin™, an autologous bio-engineered skin graft, offers a significantly higher expansion ratio and superior scar outcomes compared to split-thickness skin grafts in burn patients, potentially revolutionizing the treatment of deep partial and full-thickness wounds.

Dermatology news Plastic Surgery

Optimizing Scar Healing Post-Dermatologic Surgery: A Comparative Look at Hydrocolloid Dressings and Petroleum Ointments

By MedXY 10/25/2025

This study evaluates whether a single application of hydrocolloid dressing improves scar appearance and reduces complications compared to daily petroleum ointment after dermatologic excisions.

Dermatology news Plastic Surgery

Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: Hydrocolloid Dressings vs Petroleum Ointment for Scar Management

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This clinical trial compares the effectiveness and safety of hydrocolloid dressings versus petroleum ointment in post-surgical scar healing, emphasizing patient comfort and cosmetic outcomes.

OB/GYN & Women's Health Plastic Surgery Urology

Developing a Patient-Centered Counseling Tool for Resuming Sexual Activity After Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery: A Qualitative and Cognitive Interview Approach

By MedXY 10/24/2025

A novel, evidence-based counseling tool was developed to guide patients in safely resuming sexual activity after pelvic reconstructive surgery. The tool integrates patient perspectives and expert input, addressing safety, discomfort, and recovery expectations.

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Enhanced Healing in Periodontal Surgery: The Promise of Cyanoacrylate Adhesives in Free Gingival Graft Stabilization

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This clinical trial explores how n-butyl cyanoacrylate can improve healing, reduce graft shrinkage, and minimize postoperative discomfort in periodontal graft procedures.

Allergy & Immunology Plastic Surgery Transplantation

Unraveling Chronic Rejection in Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation: Clinical Manifestations, Mechanisms, and Future Directions

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This article explores the clinical features, underlying mechanisms, and potential therapeutic targets for chronic rejection in VCA, emphasizing the importance of tailored interventions to improve long-term graft survival.

General Surgery OB/GYN & Women's Health Plastic Surgery Public Health

Advancing Sustainability in Gynecologic Surgery: 12 Practical Steps to Reduce Environmental Impact

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This article reviews 12 evidence-backed strategies to enhance sustainability in gynecologic surgery by minimizing single-use disposables and reducing carbon emissions in the operating room.

Emergency Medicine news Plastic Surgery

Comprehensive Management of Animal Bites: Integrating Plastic Surgery and Predictive Algorithm Approaches

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This article reviews injury profiles from animal bites, emphasizing plastic surgery roles, treatment strategies, and a predictive model for complications, based on a large clinical dataset from Balıkesir University.

Anesthesiology news Pediatrics Plastic Surgery

Customized Protective Palatal Obturator Enhances Safe Intubation in Neonatal Cleft Lip Surgery: Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Trial

By MedXY 10/24/2025

A customized protective palatal obturator significantly reduces oral tissue injury during intubation in newborns undergoing cleft lip surgery, improving safety without prolonging intubation.

Dentistry Plastic Surgery Rehabilitation Medicine

Minimally Invasive Ceramic Laminate Veneers for Maxillary Anterior Esthetic Rehabilitation: A 12+ Years Follow-Up

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This case report details a long-term successful esthetic rehabilitation using thin feldspathic ceramic laminate veneers to close diastemas and improve tooth morphology, with a follow-up exceeding 12 years.

Dentistry Plastic Surgery

Risk Factors Influencing Implant Failure in Full-Arch Fixed Rehabilitation: Insights from a 7-Year Retrospective Study

By MedXY 10/23/2025

This retrospective study evaluated implant failure rates and identified stage-specific risk factors in fixed full-arch rehabilitations using All-on-4® implants over 1 to 7 years, highlighting bone grafting, implant number, opposing dentition, and night guard use as key determinants.

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Microsurgical Advances and Clinical Outcomes in Penile Replantation: Overcoming Complex Reconstructive Challenges

By MedXY 10/05/2025

This article reviews microsurgical techniques and patient outcomes in penile replantation, highlighting complications, innovative management strategies, and the critical need for standardized protocols to improve functional and aesthetic results.

Dentistry news Plastic Surgery Specialties

Why Do Kids Grind Their Teeth at Night? Understanding Pediatric Bruxism

By MedXY 09/18/2025

Children's nighttime teeth grinding, or bruxism, is common and often caused by various physiological, dental, health, emotional, genetic, and behavioral factors. This article explores its causes, misconceptions, clinical implications, and management strategies.

AI Dentistry Plastic Surgery Specialties

Evaluating Diagnocat AI: Accuracy in Detecting Periapical Radiolucencies on CBCT Scans of Molars

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A study assessing the AI-based platform Diagnocat reveals high sensitivity but moderate specificity in detecting periapical radiolucencies on CBCT scans of non-root-filled molars, with decreased accuracy post-root treatment, underscoring the need for clinician oversight.

AI Dentistry Plastic Surgery Specialties

Enhancing Dental Diagnostics: The Role of AI Assistance in Detecting Periapical Radiolucencies

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A randomized controlled trial demonstrates that AI assistance moderately improves dentists' accuracy in diagnosing periapical radiolucencies, mainly by reducing false positives, with significant benefits for junior clinicians and a shift towards conservative treatment decisions.

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Can Kissing Save Your Smile? Exploring Its Potential Protective Role Against Dental Cavities

By MedXY 08/26/2025

New research explores whether kissing can help restore saliva's pH balance after sugary drinks, potentially protecting against dental caries.

Dermatology news Plastic Surgery

Hair Transplantation: Is It a Permanent Solution for Hair Loss?

By MedXY 07/26/2025

Exploring whether hair transplantation truly offers a permanent fix for hair loss, this article examines scientific evidence, common myths, and practical advice for those considering the procedure.