Nassif T, Yung Chia C. Neurotized Platysma Graft: A New Technique for Functional Reanimation of the Eye Sphincter in Longstanding Facial Paralysis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Dec;144(6):1061e-1070e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006296. PMID: 31764664.

Go over the anatomy of the neck- useful from surgical exploration to neck dissections and in this paper...for migrane treatment! Amirlak B, Lu KB, Erickson CR, Sanniec K, Totonchi A, Peled ZM, Cheng JC. In-Depth Look at the Anatomical Relationship of the Lesser Occipital Nerve, Great Auricular Nerve, and Spinal Accessory Nerve and Their Implication in Safety of Operations in the Posterior Triangle of the Neck. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Sep;146(3):509-514. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000007049. PMID: 32453270.

Is the use of ADM the answer to surgical treatment of CAPCON? Or just an expensive option Hidalgo DA, Weinstein AL. Surgical Treatment for Capsular Contracture: A New Paradigm and Algorithm. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Sep;146(3):516-525. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000007079. PMID: 32842102.

Find out if long term outcomes of breast cancer reconstruction with implant based reconstruction really do worsen with time. Seth AK, Cordeiro PG. Stability of Long-Term Outcomes in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction: An Evaluation of 12-Year Surgeon- and Patient-Reported Outcomes in 3489 Nonirradiated and Irradiated Implants. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Sep;146(3):474-484. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000007117. PMID: 32842095.

To mesh or not to mesh...that is the question Maisel Lotan A, Ben Yehuda D, Allweis TM, Scheflan M. Comparative Study of Meshed and Nonmeshed Acellular Dermal Matrix in Immediate Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Nov;144(5):1045-1053. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006116

Algorithm for Free Perforator Flap Selection in Lower Extremity Reconstruction Based on 563 Cases. Abdelfattah U, Power HA, Song S, Min K, Suh HP, Hong JP. Algorithm for Free Perforator Flap Selection in Lower Extremity Reconstruction Based on 563 Cases. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Nov;144(5):1202-1213. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006167.

An algorithym for ear reconstruction Sanniec K, Harirah M, Thornton JF. Ear Reconstruction after Mohs Cancer Excision: Lessons Learned from 327 Consecutive Cases. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Sep;144(3):719-729. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005992

Assessment of Columellar Strut versus Caudal Septal Extension Graft Sawh-Martinez R, Perkins K, Madari S, Steinbacher DM. Control of Nasal Tip Position: Quantitative Assessment of Columellar Strut versus Caudal Septal Extension Graft. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Nov;144(5):772e-780e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006178

Move aside Zitelli and skin grafts and make way for Integra! Seth AK, Ratanshi I, Dayan JH, Disa JJ, Mehrara BJ. Nasal Reconstruction Using the Integra Dermal Regeneration Template. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Oct;144(4):966-970

Try and navigate your way through all the bias in this paper! ergeron L, Bouchard S, Bonapace-Potvin M, Bergeron F. Intraoperative Surgical Navigation Reduces the Surgical Time Required to Treat Acute Major Facial Fractures. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Oct;144(4):923-931. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006040

Will you send your autologous breast reconstruction patient home at day 3 after reading this paper? ablonka EM, Lamelas AM, Kanchwala SK, Rhemtulla I, Smith ML. A Simplified Cost-Utility Analysis of Inpatient Flap Monitoring after Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction and Implications for Hospital Length of Stay. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Oct;144(4):540e-549e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006010

Momeni A, Remington AC, Wan DC, Nguyen D, Gurtner GC. A Matched-Pair Analysis of Prepectoral with Subpectoral Breast Reconstruction: Is There a Difference in Postoperative Complication Rate? Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Oct;144(4):801-807. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006008

Do we really need to reconstruct lower limbs within 72 hours for a safe outcome? Lee ZH, Stranix JT, Rifkin WJ, Daar DA, Anzai L, Ceradini DJ, Thanik V, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Timing of microsurgical reconstruction in lower extremity trauma: An update of the Godina paradigm. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jun 7. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005955.

Are free flaps safer in obese women undergoing breast reconstruction? Klement KA, Hijjawi JB, LoGiudice JA, Alghoul M, Omesiete-Adejare P. Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction in the Obese: A Better Option Than Tissue Expander/Implant Reconstruction? Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Sep;144(3):539-546. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005897

Beugels J, Cornelissen AJM, van Kuijk SMJ, Lataster A, Heuts EM, Piatkowski A, Spiegel AJ, van der Hulst RRWJ, Tuinder SMH. Sensory Recovery of the Breast following Innervated and Noninnervated DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Aug;144(2):178e-188e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005802.

ALCL from textured implants in the buttocks...its offical Mendes J Jr, Mendes Maykeh VA, Frascino LF, Zacchi FFS. Gluteal Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Sep;144(3):610-613. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005910

Assessing Retrobulbar Hyaluronidase as a Treatment for Filler-Induced Blindness in a Cadaver Model. Paap MK, Milman T, Ugradar S, Silkiss RZ. Assessing Retrobulbar Hyaluronidase as a Treatment for Filler-Induced Blindness in a Cadaver Model. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Aug;144(2):315-320. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005806

What is "Breast in a Day" reconstruction and is it better/safer than a more traditional implant reconstruction? Antony AK, Poirier J, Madrigrano A, Kopkash KA, Robinson EC. Evolution of the Surgical Technique for "Breast in a Day" Direct-to-Implant Breast Reconstruction:Transitioning from Dual-Plane to Prepectoral Implant Placement. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jun;143(6):1547-1556. doi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000005627

Does a team in Pakistan have the most comprehensive Fistula classification and Algorithm for repair? Fayyaz GQ, Gill NA, Ishaq I, Aslam M, Chaudry A, Ganatra MA, Obaid O, Tarar MN, Chen PK, Laub DR. Pakistan Comprehensive Fistula Classification: A Novel Scheme and Algorithm for Management of Palatal Fistula/Dehiscence. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jan;143(1):140e-151e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000005169

Can steroids improve symptoms and function for all stages of trigger finger disease? Shultz KJ, Kittinger JL, Czerwinski WL, Weber RA. Outcomes of Corticosteroid Treatment for Trigger Finger by Stage. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Oct;142(4):983-990

Yoshimatsu H, Steinbacher J, Meng S, Hamscha UM, Weninger WJ, Tinhofer IE, Harima M, Fuse Y, Yamamoto T, Tzou CHJ. Superficial Circumflex Iliac Artery Perforator Flap: An Anatomical Study of the Correlation of the Superficial and the Deep Branches of the Artery and Evaluation of Perfusion from the Deep Branch to the Sartorius Muscle and the Iliac Bone. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Feb;143(2):589-602

Momeni A, Sorice SC, Li AY, Nguyen DH, Pannucci C. Breast Reconstruction with Free Abdominal Flaps Is Associated with Persistent Lower Extremity Venous Stasis.Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jun;143(6):1144e-1150e

Mazeed AS, Bulstrode NW. Refinements in Otoplasty Surgery: Experience of 200 Consecutive Cases Using Cartilage-Sparing Technique. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jul;144(1):72-80

You might go mental for the submental pedicled flap the next time you perform a head and neck reconstructive case after listening to this paper's review?! Bertrand B, Honeyman CS, Emparanza A, McGurk M, Ousmane Hamady IE, Schmidt A, Sinna R, Pittet-Cuénod B, Zwetyenga N, Martin D. Twenty-Five Years of Experience with the Submental Flap in Facial Reconstruction: Evolution and Technical Refinements following 311 Cases in Europe and Africa. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jun;143(6):1747-1758

Strategies for Achieving a Five-Digit Hand in Apert's Raposo-Amaral CE, Denadai R, Furlan P, Raposo-Amaral CA. Treatment of Apert Hand Syndrome: Strategies for Achieving a Five-Digit Hand. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Oct;142(4):972-982

In a first of its kind an ANZ study reveals the relative risk for local patients obtaining ALCL following breast implants and how the risk varies with implant type. Magnusson M, Beath K, Cooter R, Locke M, Prince HM, Elder E, Deva AK. The Epidemiology of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma in Australia and New Zealand Confirms the Highest Risk for Grade 4 Surface Breast Implants. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 May;143(5):1285-1292

Does having more arterial injury in a Gustilo 3B patient increase the reconstructive flap failure rate? Ricci JA, Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Jacoby A, Anzai L, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Comparing Reconstructive Outcomes in Patients with Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures and Concomitant Arterial Injuries. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 May;143(5):1522-1529

Roy M, Klar E, Ho ES, Zuker RM, Borschel GH. Segmental Gracilis Muscle Transplantation for Midfacial Animation in Möbius Syndrome: A 29-Year Experience.Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Mar;143(3):581e-591e

A summary of the management of BIA-ALCL and the possible reconstructive options for patients following explantation Lamaris GA, Butler CE, Deva AK, Miranda RN, Hunt KK, Connell T, Lipa JE, Clemens MW. Breast Reconstruction Following Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Mar;143

The facial vein is more consistent with its anatomy/relationship with the marginal mandibular nerve than the facial artery... Touré G, Tran de Fremicourt MK, Randriamanantena T, Vlavonou S, Priano V, Vacher C. Vascular and Nerve Relations of the Marginal Mandibular Nerve of the Face: Anatomy and Clinical Relevance. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019

The superficial femoral artery and or its branches maybe useful options for loco regional reconstruction Mohan AT, Zhu L, Morsy M, Sur YJ, Michalak GJ, Lachman N, Mardini S, Saint-Cyr M. Reappraisal of Perforasomes of the Superficial Femoral, Descending Genicular, and Saphenous Arteries and Clinical Applications to Locoregional Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Mar;143(3):613e-627e

A great summary of the relevant arterial anatomy for facial surgery Cotofana S, Lachman N. Arteries of the Face and Their Relevance for Minimally Invasive Facial Procedures: An Anatomical Review. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Feb;143(2):416-426

Mycobacterial infections after breast augmentation is extremely rare. Found out how one centre had 10 cases in just 5 months and why a Jacuzzi was so important in cracking the case! Scheflan M, Wixtrom RN. Over Troubled Water: An Outbreak of Infection Due to a New Species of Mycobacterium following Implant-Based Breast Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jan;137(1):97-105

Want to find out how to augment the venous drainage in your paramedian forehead flaps? Well this paper is for you! Wiener M, Karunanithy N, Pease N, Davies A, Walker N, Katsanos K, Aldridge B, Healy C. A New Approach to an Old Flap: A Technique to Augment Venous Drainage from the Paramedian Forehead Flap. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jan;143(1):269-271

Mycobacterium jacuzzi by Shiv Chopra & Damian Marucci

Can Nitroglycerin Ointment reduce the Rate of Mastectomy Flap Necrosis in Immediate Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction? Turin SY, Li DD, Vaca EE, Fine N. Nitroglycerin Ointment for Reducing the Rate of Mastectomy Flap Necrosis in Immediate Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Sep;142(3):264e-270e.

Can sheering forces and the lack of a deep fascia be the major factors for the high complications rate in the "brazilian butt lift"? Del Vecchio DA, Villanueva NL, Mohan R, Johnson B, Wan D, Venkataram A, Rohrich RJ. Clinical Implications of Gluteal Fat Graft Migration: A Dynamic Anatomical Study. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Nov;142(5):1180-1192

Rehnke RD, Groening RM, Van Buskirk ER, Clarke JM. Anatomy of the Superficial Fascia System of the Breast: A Comprehensive Theory of Breast Fascial Anatomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Nov;142(5):1135-1144

Heparin before, during or after an autologous breast reconstruction? Bassiri-Tehrani B, Karanetz I, Bernik SF, Dec W, Lehman JC, Lerman OZ. The Timing of Chemoprophylaxis in Autologous Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Nov;142(5):1116-1123.

Relevant paper for those that have an interest in facial aesthetics Cotofana S, Gotkin RH, Frank K, Koban KC, Targosinski S, Sykes JM, Schlager M, Schlattau A, Schenck TL. The Functional Anatomy of the Deep Facial Fat Compartments: A Detailed Imaging-Based Investigation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jan;143(1):53-63.

Can an algorithm help with your incision choice when planning a nipple sparing mastectomy and breast cancer reconstruction? Find out Frey JD, Salibian AA, Levine JP, Karp NS, Choi M. Incision Choices in Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy: A Comparative Analysis of Outcomes and Evolution of a Clinical Algorithm. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Dec;142(6):826e-835e

Dr Hanasono and his team talk through the risks of vein grafting in head and neck surgery Interposition Vein Grafting in Head and Neck Free Flap Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Oct;142(4):1025-1034

10 year follow up and questionnaires to patients who underwent free abdominal based reconstruction for their breast cancer. Nelson JA, Tecci MG, Lanni MA, Fischer JP, Fosnot J, Selber JC, Wu LC, Serletti JM. Function and Strength after Free Abdominally Based Breast Reconstruction: A 10-Year Follow-Up. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019 Jan;143(1):22e-31e.

Will this paper change the way you treat paediatric distal phalanx fractures? Gibreel W, Charafeddine A, Carlsen BT, Moran SL, Bakri K. Salter-Harris Fractures of the Distal Phalanx: Treatment Algorithm and Surgical Outcomes. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Sep;142(3):720-729

This paper reviews the use of expander devices in paediatric surgery. Gosain AK, Turin SY, Chim H, LoGiudice JA. Salvaging the Unavoidable: A Review of Complications in Pediatric Tissue Expansion. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Sep;142(3):759-768

Do we no longer need to delay autologous reconstruction for breast cancer patients requiring post-operative radiotherapy? O'Connell RL, Di Micco R, Khabra K, Kirby AM, Harris PA, James SE, Power K, Ramsey KWD, Rusby JE. Comparison of Immediate versus Delayed DIEP Flap Reconstruction in Women Who Require Postmastectomy Radiotherapy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Sep;142(3):594-605.

Perhaps this study will bring a smile to your face... Hontanilla B, Olivas J, Cabello Á, Marré D. Cross-Face Nerve Grafting versus Masseteric-to-Facial Nerve Transposition for Reanimation of Incomplete Facial Paralysis: A Comparative Study Using the FACIAL CLIMA Evaluating System. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Aug;142(2):179e-191e

Our first review of a PRS Global Open paper on the use of NWPT on incisional breast reduction wounds Galiano RD, Hudson D, Shin J, van der Hulst R, Tanaydin V, Djohan R, Duteille F, Cockwill J, Megginson S, Huddleston E. Incisional Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for Prevention of Wound Healing Complications Following Reduction Mammaplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2018 Jan 12;6(1):e1560. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000001560. eCollection 2018 Jan.

Soft-Tissue Reconstruction of the Complicated Knee Arthroplasty: Principles and Predictors of Salvage. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Apr;141(4):1040-1048 Colen DL, Carney MJ, Shubinets V, Lanni MA, Liu T, Levin LS, Lee GC, Kovach SJ.

Hallam MJ, Pitt E, Thomas A, Nduka C. Low-Dose Insulin as an Antiscarring Therapy in Breast Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Apr;141(4):476e-485e.

Avoid a local flap by using a mesh expansion technique for calvarial scalp defects Khouri KS, Cardoso E, Khouri RK. Percutaneous Mesh Expansion: A Regenerative Wound Closure Alternative. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Feb;141(2):451-457.

A 20-Year Experience with 202 Segmental Mandibulectomy Defects: A Defect Classification System, Algorithm for Flap Selection, and Surgical Outcomes. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Apr;141(4):571e-581e. Cordeiro PG, Henderson PW, Matros E.

This paper looks at the use of the Transverse cervical artery in complex or difficult head and neck reconstructions. Tessler O, Gilardino MS, Bartow MJ, St Hilaire H, Womac D, Dionisopoulos T, Lessard L. Transverse Cervical Artery: Consistent Anatomical Landmarks and Clinical Experience with Its Use as a Recipient Artery in Complex Head and Neck Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Mar;139(3):745e-751e

Do prophylactic antibiotics after immediate implant-based breast reconstruction reduce the rate of complications? Ranganathan K, Sears ED, Zhong L, Chung TT, Chung KC, Kozlow JH, Momoh AO,Waljee JF. Antibiotic Prophylaxis after Immediate Breast Reconstruction: The Reality of Its Efficacy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Apr;141(4):865-877

This paper suggests that the medial row perforators have a higher risk of fat necrosis in bilateral DIEP reconstructions. Kamali P, Lee M, Becherer BE, Wu W, Curiel D, Tran BNN, Tobias AM, Lin SJ, Lee BT. Medial Row Perforators Are Associated with Higher Rates of Fat Necrosis in Bilateral DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017

Pellicer E, Siebold BS, Birgfeld CB, Gallagher ER. Evaluating Trends in Headache and Revision Surgery following Cranial Vault Remodeling for Craniosynostosis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Mar;141(3):725-734

Sobti N, Ji E, Brown RL, Cetrulo CL Jr, Colwell AS, Winograd JM, Austen WG Jr, Liao EC. Evaluation of Acellular Dermal Matrix Efficacy in Prosthesis-Based Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Mar;141(3):541-549

Hu L, Zou Y, Chang SJ, Qiu Y, Chen H, Gang M, Jin Y, Lin X. Effects of Botulinum Toxin on Improving Facial Surgical Scars: A Prospective, Split-Scar, Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Mar;141(3):646-650

Taylor DA, Merten SL, Sandercoe GD, Gahankari D, Ingram SB, Moncrieff NJ, Ho K, Sellars GD, Magnusson MR. Abdominoplasty Improves Low Back Pain and Urinary Incontinence. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Mar;141(3):637-645

Toyoda Y, Fu RH, Li L, Otterburn DM, Rohde CH. Smoking as an Independent Risk Factor for Postoperative Complications in Plastic Surgical Procedures: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis of 36,454 Patients from the NSQIP Database from 2005 to 2014. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Jan;141(1):226-236

Dr Bob Allen and his team share their experience with the Lateral thigh Perforator flap for breast reconstruction Tuinder SMH, Beugels J, Lataster A, de Haan MW, Piatkowski A, Saint-Cyr M, van der Hulst RRWJ, Allen RJ. The Lateral Thigh Perforator Flap for Autologous BreastReconstruction: A Prospective Analysis of 138 Flaps. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Feb;141(2):257-268

Can steroid injections help treat carpal tunnel syndrome without the need for surgery? Evers S, Bryan AJ, Sanders TL, Gunderson T, Gelfman R, Amadio PC. Corticosteroid Injections for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Long-Term Follow-Up in a Population-Based Cohort. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Aug;140(2):338-347

Have an amputated finger present to emergency? Is the best outcome a replantation?..find out Zhu H, Bao B, Zheng X. A Comparison of Functional Outcomes and Therapeutic Costs: Single-Digit Replantation versus Revision Amputation. Plast Reconstr Surg.2018 Feb;141(2):244e-249

What flap would be best in lower limb reconstruction? Ultimately...the best flap for the patient! Cho EH, Shammas RL, Carney MJ, Weissler JM, Bauder AR, Glener AD, Kovach SJ Hollenbeck ST, Levin LS. Muscle versus Fasciocutaneous Free Flaps in Lower Extremity Traumatic Reconstruction: A Multicenter Outcomes Analysis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Jan;141(1):191-199

What is the actual evidence behind DIEP vs muscle sparring TRAM in Breast Reconstruction? Uda H, Kamochi H, Sarukawa S, Sunaga A, Sugawara Y, Yoshimura K. Clinical and Quantitative Isokinetic Comparison of Abdominal Morbidity and Dynamics following DIEP versus Muscle-Sparing Free TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Dec;140(6):1101-1109

The age old question of how to best manage your scar...does this paper hold the answer? Perez JL, Rohrich RJ. "Optimizing Your Post-Surgical Scars: A Systematic Review on Best Practices in Preventative Scar Management"1. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Aug 3

How effective is the use of botox for brow lift? Found out here...paper below El-Khoury JS, Jabbour SF, Awaida CJ, Rayess YA, Kechichian EG, Nasr MW. The Impact of Botulinum Toxin on Brow Height and Morphology: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018 Jan;141(1):75-78

Is there any difference in surgical and patient reported outcomes with immediate vs delayed breast cancer reconstruction. We review a recent mutli-centered study. Srinivasa DR, Garvey PB, Qi J, Hamill JB, Kim HM, Pusic AL, Kronowitz SJ, Wilkins EG, Butler CE, Clemens MW. Direct-to-Implant versus Two-Stage Tissue Expander/Implant Reconstruction: 2-Year Risks and Patient-Reported Outcomes from a Prospective, Multicenter Study. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Nov;140(5):869-877

Is there more to the Gustilo 3B injury and can there be a further classification when dealing with both its reconstruction and outcomes? Stranix JT, Lee ZH, Jacoby A, Anzai L, Avraham T, Thanik VD, Saadeh PB, Levine JP. Not All Gustilo Type IIIB Fractures Are Created Equal: Arterial Injury Impacts Limb Salvage Outcomes. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Nov;140(5):1033-104

We review one institution's experience on spinal defect reconstruction Devulapalli C, Broyles JM, Bello R, Elgendy T, Yalanis G, Redett R, Rosson GD, Sacks JM. Soft-Tissue Reconstruction of Large Spinal Defects: A 12-Year Institutional Experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Oct;140(4):806-814

Exploring the Clinical Implications of the Angiosome Concept Taylor GI, Corlett RJ, Ashton MW. The Functional Angiosome: Clinical Implications of the Anatomical Concept. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Oct;140(4):721-733

How good is the body of evidence surrounding the recent FDA warning on general anaesthesia in under 3's? Derderian CA, Szmuk P, Derderian CK. Behind the Black Box: The Evidence for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Warning about the Risk of General Anesthesia in Children Younger than 3 Years. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Oct;140(4):787-792.

A team from Australia and New Zealand have pooled together the local data from industry on breast implants inserted and the cases ofBreast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma cancer to calculate the risk in the region. Loch-Wilkinson A, Beath KJ, Knight RJW, Wessels WLF, Magnusson M, Papadopoulos T, Connell T, Lofts J, Locke M, Hopper I, Cooter R, Vickery K, Joshi PA, Prince HM, Deva AK. Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma inAustralia and New Zealand: High-Surface-Area Textured Implants Are Associated with Increased Risk. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Oct;140(4):645-654

Can cryolipolysis be a more suitable alternative to liposuction and surgery for the "saddlebag" area? Adjadj L, SidAhmed-Mezi M, Mondoloni M, Meningaud JP, Hersant B. Assessment ofthe Efficacy of Cryolipolysis on Saddlebags: A Prospective Study of 53 Patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jul;140(1):50-57. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003433. PubMed PMID: 28654588.

Can we minimise the risk of developing ALCL in macro textured implants...surely 42,000 cases can't be wrong?! Adams WP Jr, Culbertson EJ, Deva AK, R Magnusson M, Layt C, Jewell ML, Mallucci P, Hedén P. Macrotextured Breast Implants with Defined Steps to Minimize Bacterial Contamination around the Device: Experience in 42,000 Implants. PlastReconstr Surg. 2017 Sep;140(3):427-431. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003575. PubMed PMID: 28841597

One centre's experience in mastectomy for gender re-affirmation patients van de Grift TC, Elfering L, Bouman MB, Buncamper ME, Mullender MG. Surgical Indications and Outcomes of Mastectomy in Transmen: A Prospective Study of Technical and Self-Reported Measures. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Sep;140(3):415e-424e. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003607. PubMed PMID: 28841608; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC5571880.

A novel approach to breast reconstruction using ADM in a pre pectoral pocket...but is it safe and possibly affordable? bitany H, Piper M, Lentz R. Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction: A Safe Alternative to Submuscular Prosthetic Reconstruction following Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Sep;140(3):432-443. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003627. PubMed PMID: 28574950

A new approach to lower lid blepharoplasty but is it for all patients? Wong CH, Mendelson B. Extended Transconjunctival Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty with Release of the Tear Trough Ligament and Fat Redistribution. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Aug;140(2):273-282. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003561. PubMed PMID: 28746272.

Can the forehead flap and its subsequent procedures for nasal reconstruction become simplified?...found out Sanniec K, Malafa M, Thornton JF. Simplifying the Forehead Flap for Nasal Reconstruction: A Review of 420 Consecutive Cases. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Aug;140(2):371-380. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003540. PubMed PMID: 28376026.

Great protocol for trainees of all levels on surgical approach and follow up for patients with closed nasal bone fractures. Farber SJ, Nguyen DC, Parikh RP, Jang JL, Woo AS. Improving Results in Closed Nasal Reduction: A Protocol for Reducing Secondary Deformity. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jan;139(1):51-59. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000002847. PubMed PMID: 28027227

Is it cheaper and safer for patients to undergo breast reconstruction with implants without ADMs? Serrurier LC, Rayne S, Venter M, Benn CA. Direct-to-Implant Breast Reconstruction without the Use of an Acellular Dermal Matrix Is Cost Effective and Oncologically Safe. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Apr;139(4):809-817. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003222. PubMed PMID: 28350650

Round vs Anatomical breast implants...the battle is on! Hidalgo DA, Weinstein AL. Intraoperative Comparison of Anatomical versus Round Implants in Breast Augmentation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Mar;139(3):587-596. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003114

Can breast implants and the plane they are placed in the chest increase your risk of breast cancer? Cho EH, Shammas RL, Phillips BT, Greenup RA, Hwang ES, Hollenbeck ST. Breast Cancer after Augmentation: Oncologic and Reconstructive Considerations among Women Undergoing Mastectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jun;139(6):1240e-1249e.doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003342

Is rotation truly a concern to stop surgeons using anatomical shaped implants...and if so how can we reduce that risk? Found out Montemurro P, Papas A, Hedén P. Is Rotation a Concern with Anatomical Breast Implants? A Statistical Analysis of Factors Predisposing to Rotation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jun;139(6):1367-1378. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003387

Found out if using fat to re-contour the breast after cancer conservation surgery is safe. Petit JY, Maisonneuve P, Rotmensz N, Bertolini F, Rietjens M. Fat Grafting after Invasive Breast Cancer: A Matched Case-Control Study. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jun;139(6):1292-1296. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003339.

Will a calf perforator flap become another option for your oral cavity reconstructions in head and neck cancers? Molina AR, Citron I, Chinaka F, Cascarini L, Townley WA. Calf Perforator Flaps: A Freestyle Solution for Oral Cavity Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Feb;139(2):459-465

How can we reduce the seroma rate after LD reconstruction...glue, steroids, sutures...all of them? Hart AM, Duggal C, Pinell-White X, Losken A. A Prospective Randomized Trial of the Efficacy of Fibrin Glue, Triamcinolone Acetonide, and Quilting Sutures in Seroma Prevention after Latissimus Dorsi Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Apr;139(4):854e-863e

A team in Beijing have looked at different cell sources to engineer tendons and test in their lab. Find out their results. Chen B, Ding J, Zhang W, Zhou G, Cao Y, Liu W, Wang B. Tissue Engineering of Tendons: A Comparison of Muscle-Derived Cells, Tenocytes, and Dermal Fibroblasts as Cell Sources. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Mar;137(3):536e-544e.

Is free flap reconstruction a safe option for children with lower limb defects following trauma? The author's seem so... Momeni A, Lanni M, Levin LS, Kovach SJ. Microsurgical Reconstruction of Traumatic Lower Extremity Defects in the Pediatric Population. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Apr;139(4):998-1004

What are the upper limits for reconstruction with autogenous secondary skull defects? Full paper- Fearon JA, Griner D, Ditthakasem K, Herbert M. Autogenous Bone Reconstruction of Large Secondary Skull Defects. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Feb;139(2):427-438.

This study looked at patients with previous pfannenstiel scars and the effect on their SIEV. Kim SY, Lee KT, Mun GH. The Influence of a Pfannenstiel Scar on Venous Anatomyof the Lower Abdominal Wall and Implications for Deep Inferior Epigastric Artery Perforator Flap Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Mar;139(3):540-548

Multicenter randomised control trial looking at full thickness skin grafts vs interposition flaps for burns. Stekelenburg CM, Jaspers ME, Jongen SJ, Baas DC, Gardien KL, Hiddingh J, van Zuijlen PP. Perforator-Based Interposition Flaps Perform Better Than Full-Thickness Grafts for the Release of Burn Scar Contractures: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Feb;139(2):501e-509e

Can you better predict post-op radiotherapy for your immediate breast reconstruction patients? Chao AH, Martinez JC, Wobb J, Povoski SP. Multivariate Preoperative and Intraoperative Predictors of Postmastectomy Radiation Therapy in Patients for Whom Immediate Breast Reconstruction Is Planned. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Mar;139(3):599e-605e.

Does plication of the rectus have an effect for those who underwent tummy tucks for weight loss? Staalesen T, Olsén MF, Elander A. The Effect of Abdominoplasty and Outcome of Rectus Fascia Plication on Health-Related Quality of Life in Post-Bariatric Surgery Patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Dec;136(6):750e-61e.

when is old...too old for digital replantation? Kwon GD, Ahn BM, Lee JS, Park YG, Chang GW, Ha YC. The Effect of Patient Age on the Success Rate of Digital Replantation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Feb;139(2):420-426

Find out if just a small incision and fat grafting can help with Dupuytren's? The full paper is Kan HJ, Selles RW, van Nieuwenhoven CA, Zhou C, Khouri RK, Hovius SE. Percutaneous Aponeurotomy and Lipofilling (PALF) versus Limited Fasciectomy in Patients with Primary Dupuytren's Contracture: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Trial.

This week we review if the needle is mightier than the blade for Dupuytren's? Zhou C, Selles RW, Slijper HP, Feitz R, van Kooij Y, Moojen TM, Hovius SE. Comparative Effectiveness of Percutaneous Needle Aponeurotomy and Limited Fasciectomy for Dupuytren's Contracture: A Multicenter Observational Study. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Oct;138(4):837-46

Lower limb free flap thrombosis...should have checked the pre-op platelets! Cho EH, Bauder AR, Centkowski S, Shammas RL, Mundy L, Kovach SJ, Levin LS, Hollenbeck ST. Preoperative Platelet Count Predicts Lower Extremity Free Flap Thrombosis: A Multi-Institutional Experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jan;139(1):220-230.

Will wee no longer tighten platysmal bands after this paper? Trévidic P, Criollo-Lamilla G. Platysma Bands: Is a Change Needed in the Surgical Paradigm? Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jan;139(1):41-47

This paper found that surgical site infections occurred after 30 days following implant-based reconstruction. The full paper's details can be found below Sinha I, Pusic AL, Wilkins EG, Hamill JB, Chen X, Kim HM, Guldbrandsen G, Chun YS. Late Surgical-Site Infection in Immediate Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg 2017 Jan;139(1):20-28

Can liposuction contouring replace the traditional body list for those after massive weight loss? Paper from... Bertheuil N, Chaput B, De Runz A, Girard P, Carloni R, Watier E. The Lipo-Body Lift: A New Circumferential Body-Contouring Technique Useful after Bariatric Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 Jan;139(1):38e-49e

Are we close to the world's first total human eye transplant? One team seems to think so! Davidson EH, Wang EW, Yu JY, Fernandez-Miranda JC, Wang DJ, Richards N, Miller M, Schuman JS, Washington KM. Total Human Eye Allotransplantation: Developing Surgical Protocols for Donor and Recipient Procedures. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Dec;138(6):1297-1308

Sleep Architecture Linked to Airway Obstruction and Intracranial Hypertension in Children with Syndromic Craniosynostosis. Spruijt B, Mathijssen IM, Bredero-Boelhouwer HH, Cherian PJ, Corel LJ, van Veelen ML, Hayward RD, Tasker RC, Joosten KF. Sleep Architecture Linked to Airway Obstruction and Intracranial Hypertension in Children with Syndromic Craniosynostosis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Dec;138(6):1019e-1029e.

We review a paper that focuses on Health-Related Quality of Life following head and neck reconstruction. The details of the paper are below. Cohen WA, Albornoz CR, Cordeiro PG, Cracchiolo J, Encarnacion E, Lee M, Cavalli M, Patel S, Pusic AL, Matros E. Health-Related Quality of Life following Reconstruction for Common Head and Neck Surgical Defects. Plast Reconstr Surg.2016 Dec;138(6):1312-1320

We look at the new SAFE technique in liposuction and find out how effective it is in body contouring. The full paper can be found below Wall SH Jr, Lee MR. Separation, Aspiration, and Fat Equalization: SAFE Liposuction Concepts for Comprehensive Body Contouring. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Dec;138(6):1192-1201.

Can breast reconstruction be carried out using the SIE Artery? Here is one institution's experience Park JE, Shenaq DS, Silva AK, Mhlaba JM, Song DH. Breast Reconstruction with SIEA Flaps: A Single-Institution Experience with 145 Free Flaps. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jun;137(6):1682-9. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000002158. PubMed PMID: 27219224

Is this the best algorithm to use for DIEP flap breast reconstruction?...we review its value Mohan AT, Zhu L, Wang Z, Vijayasekaran A, Saint-Cyr M. Techniques and Perforator Selection in Single, Dominant DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction: Algorithmic Approach to Maximize Efficiency and Safety. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Nov;138(5):790e-803e.

Bob Allen and his team's latest work on the use of the Profunda Artery Perforator flap is reviewed in this month's podcast. The full article is below Allen RJ Jr, Lee ZH, Mayo JL, Levine J, Ahn C, Allen RJ Sr. The Profunda Artery Perforator Flap Experience for Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Nov;138(5):968-975

can supermicorsurgery assist in the reconstruction of diabetic foot wounds? Here is the paper below Suh HS, Oh TS, Lee HS, Lee SH, Cho YP, Park JR, Hong JP. A New Approach for Reconstruction of Diabetic Foot Wounds Using the Angiosome and Supermicrosurgery Concept. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Oct;138(4):702e-9e.

This month we review a pear that discusses if we should extend our prophylactic treatment against DVT in lower limb reconstruction? Rau AS, Harry BL, Leem TH, Song JI, Deleyiannis FW. Evidence for Extending the Duration of Chemoprophylaxis following Free Flap Harvest from the Lower Extremity: Prospective Screening for Deep Venous Thrombosis. Plast Reconstr Surg.2016 Aug;138(2):500-8

This month we tackle the lateral arm flap and optimising its design and raise. Chang EI, Ibrahim A, Papazian N, Jurgus A, Nguyen AT, Suami H, Yu P. Perforator Mapping and Optimizing Design of the Lateral Arm Flap: Anatomy Revisited and Clinical Experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Aug;138(2):300e-6e

This month we looked at one centre's experience of breast reconstruction using ADM.The paper can be found below. Salzberg CA, Ashikari AY, Berry C, Hunsicker LM. Acellular Dermal Matrix-Assisted Direct-to-Implant Breast Reconstruction and Capsular Contracture: A 13-Year Experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Aug;138(2):329-37

Please find below the journal we reviewed this month Mattison GL, Lewis PG, Gupta SC, Kim HY. Abstract 159: SPY Imaging Use in Post-mastectomy Breast Reconstruction Patients: Preventative or Overly Conservative? Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014 Mar;133(3 Suppl):175

Please find below the paper we reviewed this month Mihara M, Hara H, Tange S, Zhou HP, Kawahara M, Shimizu Y, Murai N. Multisite Lymphaticovenular Bypass Using Supermicrosurgery Technique for Lymphedema Management in Lower Lymphedema Cases. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jul;138(1):262-72.

Please find below the details of the paper we reviewed this month Cordeiro PG, Jazayeri L. Two-Stage Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction: An Evolution of the Conceptual and Technical Approach over a Two-Decade Period. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jul;138(1):1-11.

Please find below the paper we reviewed this month Morton JD. Defining the Role of Secondary Intention Healing in Full-Thickness Lid Margin Defects. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jul;138(1):95e-103e.

Bacterial Biofilm Infection Detected in Breast Implant–Associated Anaplastic Large-Cell Lymphoma Hu, Honghua; Johani, Khalid; Almatroudi, Ahmad; More Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(6):1659-1669, June 2016.

A Phase 3 Randomized Trial of Nicotinamide for Skin-Cancer Chemoprevention. Chen AC1, Martin AJ, Choy B, Fernández-Peñas P, Dalziell RA, McKenzie CA, Scolyer RA, Dhillon HM, Vardy JL, Kricker A, St George G, Chinniah N, Halliday GM, Damian DL. N Engl J Med. 2015 Oct 22;373(17):1618-26. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1506197.

Design for Natural Breast Augmentation: The ICE Principle Mallucci, Patrick; Branford, Olivier Alexandre Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(6):1728-1737, June 2016.

Evolving Concepts of Keystone Perforator Island Flaps (KPIF): Principles of Perforator Anatomy, Design Modifications, and Extended Clinical Applications Mohan, Anita T.; Rammos, Charalambos K.; Akhavan, Arya A.; Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(6):1909-1920, June 2016.

Each month we review a paper from the PRS Journal. Here is this month's paper. Stern CS, Schreiber JE, Surek CC, Garfein ES, Jelks EB, Jelks GW, Tepper OM.Three-Dimensional Topographic Surface Changes in Response to Compartmental Volumization of the Medial Cheek: Defining a Malar Augmentation Zone. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 May;137(5):1401-8. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000002066. PubMed PMID: 27119916.

Each month we review a paper from the PRS Journal. Her is this month's paper. Tepper OM, Steinbrech D, Howell MH, Jelks EB, Jelks GW. A Retrospective Review of Patients Undergoing Lateral Canthoplasty Techniques to Manage Existing or Potential Lower Eyelid Malposition: Identification of Seven Key Preoperative Findings. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Jul;136(1):40-9. doi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000001363. PubMed PMID: 26111312.

Chang EI(1), Kronowitz SJ. Dual-Pedicle Flap for Unilateral Autologous Breast Reconstruction Revisited: Evolution and Optimization of Flap Design over 15 Years. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 May;137(5):1372-80. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000002075. PubMed PMID: 27119911

Each month we review a paper from the PRS Journal. Here is this month's paper. Steinberg JP, Rawlani R, Humphries LS, Rawlani V, Vicari FA. Effectiveness of conservative therapy and helmet therapy for positional cranial deformation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Mar;135(3):833-42. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000000955. PubMed PMID: 25415272

Each month we review a paper from the PRS Journal. Here is this month's paper. The Evolution of Free Vascularized Bone Transfer: A 40-Year Experience Taylor, G. Ian; Corlett, Russell J.; Ashton, Mark W. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(4):1292-1305, April 2016.

Each month the journal club reviews a paper from the PRS Journal. Here is the paper Quality of Life and Patient-Reported Outcomes in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Multicenter Comparison of Four Abdominally Based Autologous Reconstruction Methods Macadam, Sheina A.; Zhong, Toni; Weichman, Katie; More Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(3):758-771, March 2016

Each month we review the latest articles from the PRS Journal. This month's article can be found below Role of Autologous Fat Transfer to the Superficial Fat Compartments for Perioral Rejuvenation Pezeshk, Ronnie A.; Stark, Ran Y.; Small, Kevin H.; More Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 136(3):301e-309e, September 2015

Each month the journal club reviews journals from PRS. This Podcast reviews the paper below. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(4):1292-1305, April 2016. Secondary Neck Lift and the Importance of Midline Platysmaplasty: Review of 101 Cases Narasimhan, Kailash; Ramanadham, Smita; O’Reilly, Eamon; More Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 137(4):667e-675e, April 2016

each month the journal club reviews a recent paper Here is the paper below Ghasemzadeh A, Mundinger GS, Swanson EW, Utria AF, Dorafshar AH. Treatment of Pediatric Condylar Fractures: A 20-Year Experience. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Dec;136(6):1279-88. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26595021

Each month the plastic surgery journal club reviews a recent paper Here is the paper Spruijt B, Rijken BF, den Ottelander BK, Joosten KF, Lequin MH, Loudon SE, van Veelen ML, Mathijssen IM. First Vault Expansion in Apert and Crouzon-Pfeiffer Syndromes: Front or Back? Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jan;137(1):112e-21e. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26368328

Each month the plastic surgery journal club reviews a recent paper The paper discussed here is Wang F, Peled AW, Chin R, Fowble B, Alvarado M, Ewing C, Esserman L, Foster R,Sbitany H. The Impact of Radiation Therapy, Lymph Node Dissection, and Hormonal Therapy on Outcomes of Tissue Expander-Implant Exchange in Prosthetic Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Jan;137(1):1-9.

Our monthly review of scientific plastic surgery journals continues. The paper is Mericli AF, Martin JP, Campbell CA. An Algorithmic Anatomical Subunit Approach to Pelvic Wound Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Mar;137(3):1004-17. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26910686.

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