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A Standardized Porcine Kidney Auto-transplant Protocol for Studying Delayed Graft Function

Delayed graft function (DGF) is commonly defined as the need for dialysis within 7 days after kidney transplantation; however, current definitions often ...

Duke University

Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH), a rare side effect of CoolSculpting (cryolipolysis), is characterized by fatty enlargement of the treatment area occurring months after the procedure.

Characteristics and Treatment of Patients Diagnosed With Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia After Cryolipolysis: A Case Series and Scoping Review.

Nipple-areolar complex (NAC) necrosis is a known risk of breast surgery, particularly mastectomy. Disruption of the underlying blood supply to the NAC can lead to ischemia and subsequent necrosis. Nitroglycerin paste is currently used to combat NAC ischemia but has limited efficacy and an unfavorable side effect profile. Topical dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) has been shown to increase tissue perfusion in microsurgery and various skin flaps, but its role in the treatment and prevention of NAC ischemia has not been reported. Through a prospective case series, this study aims to introduce DMSO as a safe treatment for NAC ischemia after breast surgery.

Salvage of Nipple-Areolar Complex Ischemia With Dimethyl Sulfoxide: A Case Series.

The management of cranioplasty infections has historically been explantation followed by delayed reimplantation/reconstruction. This treatment algorithm necessitates surgery, tissue expansion, and prolonged disfigurement. In this report, the authors describe a treatment approach consisting of serial vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) with hypochlorous acid (HOCl) solution (Vashe Wound Solution; URGO Medical) as a salvage strategy.

Healing Exposed Calvarial Hardware Using Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy and Vashe Wound Solution: Case Report.

ChatGPT is a cutting-edge language model developed by OpenAI with the potential to impact all facets of plastic surgery from research to clinical practice. New applications for ChatGPT are emerging at a rapid pace in both the scientific literature and popular media. It is important for clinicians to understand the capabilities and limitations of these tools before patient-facing implementation. In this article, the authors explore some of the technical details behind ChatGPT: what it is, and what it is not. As with any emerging technology, attention should be given to the ethical and health equity implications of this technology on our plastic surgery patients. The authors explore these concerns within the framework of the foundational principles of biomedical ethics: patient autonomy, nonmaleficence, beneficence, and justice. ChatGPT and similar intelligent conversation agents have incredible promise in the field of plastic surgery but should be used cautiously and sparingly in their current form. To protect patients, it is imperative that societal guidelines for the safe use of this rapidly developing technology are developed.

Article	Year
Characteristics and Treatment of Patients Diagnosed With Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia After Cryolipolysis: A Case Series and Scoping Review. Aesthetic surgery journal\| PubMed ID: 35961054	2022
Salvage of Nipple-Areolar Complex Ischemia With Dimethyl Sulfoxide: A Case Series. Annals of plastic surgery\| PubMed ID: 36752563	2023
Healing Exposed Calvarial Hardware Using Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy and Vashe Wound Solution: Case Report. Advances in skin & wound care\| PubMed ID: 37224465	2023
Navigating the Ethical Landmines of ChatGPT: Implications of Intelligent Chatbots in Plastic Surgery Clinical Practice. Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open\| PubMed ID: 38152714	2023

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