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Silicone Axillary Lymphadenopathy Linked to Fourth-Generation Cohesive Breast Implant Rupture: Clinical Insights and Surgical Correlation

By MedXY 09/03/2026

This study evaluates silicone axillary lymphadenopathy (SAL) associated with rupture of fourth-generation cohesive silicone breast implants, revealing strong correlations with implant age and rupture type, essential for guiding patient management.

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Tissue-Preserving Inframammary Fold Breast Augmentation: Enhancing Aesthetic Outcomes with Minimal Complications Over Three Years

By MedXY 09/03/2026

This article examines a novel tissue-preserving breast augmentation technique using inframammary fold access, reporting low complication rates and improved implant stability over a 3-year follow-up in 330 patients.

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Rapid Isolation of Epidermal Stem Cells Enhances Single-Stage Composite Skin Graft Outcomes for Full-Thickness Wounds

By MedXY 09/03/2026

Intraoperative isolation of autologous epidermal stem cells using Myseed technology improves vascularization, survival, and contraction rates of single-stage composite skin grafts in full-thickness wounds, offering a promising approach for functional skin repair.

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Maxillary Distraction Osteogenesis: A Transformative Approach in Cleft Lip and Palate Management

By MedXY 09/03/2026

Maxillary distraction osteogenesis (MaxDO) offers promising long-term dentofacial correction in cleft lip and palate patients, serving both as a bridge to and replacement for traditional orthognathic surgery.

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Evaluating Complication Rates in Post-Weight-Loss Body Contouring: Comparing Surgery, GLP-1 Pharmacotherapy, Combination, and Lifestyle Approaches

By MedXY 09/02/2026

This study investigates postoperative complication rates following body-contouring surgery among patients with differing weight-loss methods, revealing that weight-loss modality does not affect complications, while BMI and diabetes at surgery are key predictors.

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Impact of Weight-Loss Methods on Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Surgery Outcomes: A Comparative Analysis

By MedXY 09/02/2026

This study examines complication rates following body-contouring surgeries in patients after weight loss via bariatric surgery, GLP-1 receptor agonists, combination therapy, or lifestyle changes, finding modality-independent risk but highlighting BMI and diabetes as key predictors.

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Assessing Age-Related Risks in Facelift Surgery: Is Chronological Age a Barrier?

By MedXY 09/02/2026

A decade-long single-surgeon study finds facelift surgery safe across all age groups, including patients older than 75, with no significant increase in major or minor complications attributable to age alone.

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Hidden Costs of Healing: Financial Burdens After Distal Upper Extremity Nerve Injuries

By MedXY 09/02/2026

Despite nearly universal insurance coverage, nearly half of patients with distal upper extremity nerve injuries face significant financial hardship, influenced by injury location, surgical complexity, and preexisting debt. Targeted financial counseling is vital to mitigate this burden.

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A Split-Muscle Support Technique for Direct-To-Implant Breast Reconstruction: A Case Series

By MedXY 09/02/2026

This report details the first application of the split-muscle support technique in direct-to-implant breast reconstruction, highlighting its approach to reduce animation deformity and enhance implant support with less ADM use.

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Impact of Weight-Loss Methods on Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Surgery Outcomes: A Comparative Analysis

By MedXY 08/31/2026

This study evaluates complication rates following body contouring after weight loss via bariatric surgery, GLP-1 receptor agonists, combination therapy, and lifestyle changes, finding weight-loss modality does not affect postoperative complications but BMI and diabetes do.

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Intraday Upper Blepharoplasty Closure: Comparing Intradermal and Continuous Sutures for Optimal Outcomes

By MedXY 08/27/2026

This paired-eye randomized study evaluates the aesthetic results of intradermal versus continuous external sutures in upper blepharoplasty, revealing similar long-term scar quality and high patient satisfaction.

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Defining a Quantitative Perfusion Threshold with SPY-PHI QP to Predict Mastectomy Skin Necrosis in Breast Reconstruction: Insights and Clinical Implications

By MedXY 08/26/2026

This prospective study identifies a 30% SPY-PHI QP perfusion threshold predictive of mastectomy skin flap necrosis in staged breast reconstruction, highlighting the confounding effect of nitroglycerin ointment and underscoring the need for refined intraoperative tissue assessment.

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Oncoplastic Reconstruction Versus Reduction Mammoplasty in Macromastia: Safety, Satisfaction, and Aesthetic Outcomes Compared

By MedXY 08/26/2026

Oncoplastic breast reconstruction (OP) offers comparable safety and aesthetic results to bilateral breast reduction (BBR) while improving quality of life in women undergoing lumpectomy for macromastia.

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Mid- to Long-term Clinical Outcomes of B-Lite Lightweight Breast Implants in Primary Augmentation: A Prospective Multicenter Study

By MedXY 08/20/2026

This prospective multicenter study demonstrates that B-Lite lightweight breast implants offer high efficacy, exceptional patient and surgeon satisfaction, and a favorable safety profile up to five years post-implantation in primary breast augmentation.

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Does Industry Influence Persist? Financial Conflicts and ADM Outcomes After the 2021 FDA Safety Alert: A Case Report Analysis

By MedXY 08/20/2026

This report examines the ongoing association between industry payments and positive outcomes reported in acellular dermal matrix (ADM) studies following the 2021 FDA safety alert.

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Impact of Early Surgical Excision on Survival in Severe Burns: Insights from a Multicenter Prospective Study

By MedXY 08/18/2026

Early surgical excision within 48 hours significantly lowers 90-day mortality in adults with severe burns, suggesting it as a beneficial strategy despite increased sepsis risk.

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Prepectoral Direct-to-Implant Breast Reconstruction: A Viable Single-Stage Alternative?

By MedXY 08/17/2026

This study examines prepectoral direct-to-implant breast reconstruction, showing it reduces complication rates and total surgeries compared to two-stage reconstruction, despite increased minor aesthetic revisions. It supports DTI as a safe, effective single-stage option.

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Who Truly Tops the Field? Gender and Geographic Disparities in America’s Best Plastic Surgeon Rankings

By MedXY 08/17/2026

Analysis of Newsweek's "America’s Best Plastic Surgeons" rankings reveals significant underrepresentation of female surgeons and concentration of accolades among a limited group, suggesting a need to reassess ranking methods to foster equity and diversity in patient choices.

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Optimizing Patient Experience in Lipoabdominoplasty: Sedation, TAP Block, and Tumescent Anesthesia for Enhanced Recovery

By MedXY 08/16/2026

A prospective study shows that sedation combined with tumescent anesthesia and TAP block meets or exceeds patient expectations for comfort and accelerates postoperative recovery in lipoabdominoplasty.

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Optimizing Breast Augmentation Through Tissue Preservation and 3D Geometric Analysis: Clinical Insights and Outcomes

By MedXY 08/12/2026

A retrospective study validates tissue-preserving breast augmentation using 3D imaging and ultrasound, demonstrating enhanced stability, natural aesthetics, and low complication rates.