Botulinum toxin therapy for androgenetic alopecia: From mechanistic insights to clinical applications
Available online 3 September 2025
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common hair loss disorder that significantly affects patient's quality of life. Botulinum toxin (BoNT) has emerged as a potential treatment; however, its effectiveness...
Technical refinement of the reverse homodigital dorsoradial flap: A preliminary case report on flap optimization for radial thumb defects
Available online 1 September 2025
Soft tissue reconstruction of the radial thumb tip remains surgically challenging, particularly when standard options such as kite or Brünelli flaps are less suitable due to anatomical constraints....
Prevention of postoperative complications in axillary lymphadenectomy through adhesive application
Available online 28 August 2025
Postoperative complications, particularly those involving lymphatic drainage, remain a significant challenge for patients undergoing axillary lymphadenectomy (ALND) as part of breast cancer surgery....
Botulinum toxin in orofacial muscle hypertonicity: Clinical insights and therapeutic applications
Available online 21 August 2025
Orofacial muscle hypertonicity, characterized by excessive muscle tension in the facial and masticatory regions, can lead to significant functional impairment and aesthetic concerns. Botulinum toxin...
Treatment efficacy of sclerotherapy by polidocanol vs. bleomycin for pyogenic granuloma in children: A comparative study
Available online 24 July 2025
Pyogenic granuloma (PG) is a benign vascular skin lesion that occurs in children. Although, sclerotherapy is a common treatment for patients with PG, all the previous studies have been case reports...
A scoping review on the development of a decision-aid tool for breast cosmetic surgery patients based on patient-reported outcomes
Available online 18 July 2025
Patient involvement in shared decision-making (SDM) is crucial, as it reduces decision conflict and post-decision regret, thereby improving the overall cosmetic surgery experience. the SDM process for...
Angiomatosis of soft tissue
Available online 7 July 2025
Angiomatosis of soft tissue (AST) is a rare, benign vascular anomaly primarily characterized by extensive mesenchymal hyperplasia with a predilection for the lower extremities. It often presents in...
Deep inferior epigastric perforator and transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flap breast reconstruction: A comparison of breast mobility outcomes
June 2025
Current breast reconstruction evaluations mostly focus on static cosmetic analysis as a measure of the clinical outcomes. Moreover, it is essential to consider the dynamic changes in the reconstructed...
Frontal osteitis complicated with post-traumatic knife osteonecrosis in sexual assault: A case report
June 2025
Frontal osteitis complicated with bone necrosis is rare. In addition, the condition has various etiologies, such as frontal sinusitis, penetrating head injury, postoperative complications after sinus...
Anatomical CT study of lumbar artery perforator flap in women
June 2025
The lumbar artery perforator (LAP) flap is an important autologous option in breast reconstruction. As the lumbar perforator flap is relatively new in this field, several questions remain regarding...
Medicinal leech therapy and grated unripe papaya bandage for the treatment of chronic leg ulcer: A case report
June 2025
Leg ulcers pose a significant burden on morbidity, healthcare costs, and quality of life, despite rarely resulting in limb loss. This underscores the necessity for safe and effective alternative treatments....
A bibliometric and visual analysis of postburn hand reconstruction
June 2025
Scar contractions caused by hand burns seriously impact both the function and appearance of the hand. Consequently, post-burn hand reconstruction is a primary focus of secondary reconstructive surgery...
Two decades of myelomeningocele defect reconstruction: Insights and outcomes from a single center
June 2025
Numerous reconstruction methods have been developed for myelomeningocele defects; however, no published reports have been published on the preferred reconstruction method in Malaysia. This study reviewed...
Trends and key contributors in peripheral nerve regeneration research: A bibliometric study
June 2025
Peripheral nerve regeneration is a critical research area with significant implications for neurology, neurosurgery, and regenerative medicine. A bibliometric analysis was conducted to provide a structured...
Solcoseryl-enriched biodegradable diplene membrane for lower eyelid reconstruction: A novel bioactive approach
June 2025
The full-thickness excision of malignant lower-eyelid tumors, particularly those with posterior lamellar involvement, presents a reconstructive challenge. Traditional grafts often have limitations,...
An innovative resection of giant neurofibromas
June 2025
Plexiform neurofibromas (PNF) are highly vascular tumors with the potential for significant growth. Surgical removal of giant PNF is often challenging because of intraoperative hemorrhage. This study...
Subcutaneous fat transplantation improves dermal adipose dysfunction by regulating autophagy and mitophagy
June 2025
Dermal white adipose tissue (dWAT) plays a crucial role in maintaining skin structure and functional homeostasis. Dysfunction of dWAT is closely associated with skin aging and fibrosis, with the impairment...
A case of extensive Fournier's gangrene induced by dual infection with multidrug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Available online 25 June 2025
Fournier's gangrene is a rare urological condition with a poor prognosis and an extremely high mortality rate. Infections caused by pathogenic microorganisms play a critical role in the pathogenesis...
Poland syndrome complicated by macromastia in an adolescent female: A case report and literature review
Available online 20 June 2025
Poland syndrome (PS) is a rare congenital condition characterized by unilateral absence or underdevelopment of the pectoralis major muscle, frequently accompanied by breast and chest wall anomalies....
Bibliometric analysis of three-dimensional printing in craniofacial and craniomaxillofacial applications: Research trends, key contributors, and collaboration networks
Available online 19 June 2025
Three-dimensional (3D) printing has revolutionized craniofacial and craniomaxillofacial applications, leading to substantial advancements in patient-specific treatments. In this study, a bibliometric...
Recent advances in scalable exosome production: Challenges and innovations
Available online 27 May 2025
Exosomes, nanosized extracellular vesicles (30–150 nm), play a crucial role in intercellular communication and are promising biomarkers and therapeutic agents in oncology, neurodegenerative disorders,...
Reconstruction of chronic nerve injuries using artificial nerve conduits: A case series
Available online 10 May 2025
Traumatic peripheral nerve injuries are a major contributor to long-term disability, accounting for nearly half of all peripheral nervous system disorders. Although autologous nerve grafting remains...
TcPO2 and TcPCO2 monitoring for free flap perfusion assessment
Available online 10 May 2025
Free flap transplantation has emerged as a prevalent technique in reconstructive surgery for patients with oral cancer. Postoperative monitoring of flap perfusion is critical for flap survival, necessitating...
Combined therapy of a case of multiple venous malformation with FLT4 gene mutation
March 2025
As the study of vascular anomalies progresses, it is imperative for plastic surgeons to individualize their in-depth research and practice to develop more effective and personalized treatment plans....
Novel therapeutic approaches with poly-L-lactic acid for treating gluteal skin laxity in male patients
March 2025
Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) has become a popular treatment for body skin laxity, especially in female patients; however, research on its use in male patients remains limited, particularly in addressing...