Noncontrast Magnetic Resonance Angiography as a Noninferior and Safer Alternative to Contrast-Enhanced CT in DIEP Flap Planning: Insights from a 4-Year Cohort Study
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Noncontrast Magnetic Resonance Angiography as a Noninferior and Safer Alternative to Contrast-Enhanced CT in DIEP Flap Planning: Insights from a 4-Year Cohort Study

A 4-year cohort study demonstrates that optimized noncontrast MRA is a reliable, noninferior alternative to contrast-enhanced CTA for deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap planning, reducing operative time and avoiding radiation and contrast risks.
Evaluating Complication Rates in Post-Weight-Loss Body Contouring: Comparing Surgery, GLP-1 Pharmacotherapy, Combination, and Lifestyle Approaches
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Evaluating Complication Rates in Post-Weight-Loss Body Contouring: Comparing Surgery, GLP-1 Pharmacotherapy, Combination, and Lifestyle Approaches

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

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.