Global trends and regional dynamics in plastic surgery research: A bibliometric analysis
Available online 29 October 2025
There is a notable scarcity of comprehensive bibliometric studies examining plastic surgery research across extended or recent timeframes and diverse regions in relevant journals. The major objective...
Limb salvage in a neonate with primary congenital lymphedema and Kasabach-Merritt-like phenomenon using negative pressure wound therapy and acellular dermal matrix: A case report
Available online 25 October 2025
Primary congenital lymphedema (PCL) is a rare lymphatic disorder that typically presents in early life and is usually managed conservatively. In severe neonatal cases, however, complications such as...
Construction of a patient-centered decision support tool for cosmetic breast surgery
Available online 24 October 2025
This study aimed to develop and evaluate a patient-centered decision aid (PDA) to support shared decision-making among individuals undergoing aesthetic breast surgery in China....
Research progress on vascular embolism in facial cosmetic injections
Available online 23 October 2025
Injectable embolism is among the most severe complications associated with facial cosmetic injections. Occlusion of blood vessels by filler materials can have devastating consequences, including skin...
Periorbital infantile hemangiomas complicated with strabismus
Available online 13 October 2025
Infantile hemangiomas (IHs) are the most common benign vascular tumors observed in children. Owing to mechanical compression during the critical visual development period, periorbital IHs carry a high...
Early active mobilization after eight-strand flexor tendon repair using double-stranded sutures: Outcomes of a digitally supervised rehabilitation protocol in zones II–V
Available online 3 October 2025
Flexor tendon injuries in zones II–V are challenging because of the risk of adhesions and rupture. Although early passive mobilization limits rupture, it often compromises the functional recovery. Recent...
Reconstruction of chronic nerve injuries using artificial nerve conduits: A case series
September 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
September 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...
Recent advances in scalable exosome production: Challenges and innovations
September 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,...
Bibliometric analysis of three-dimensional printing in craniofacial and craniomaxillofacial applications: Research trends, key contributors, and collaboration networks
September 2025
Three-dimensional (3D) printing has revolutionized craniofacial and craniomaxillofacial applications, leading to substantial advancements in patient-specific treatments. In this study, a bibliometric...
Poland syndrome complicated by macromastia in an adolescent female: A case report and literature review
September 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....
Treatment efficacy of sclerotherapy by polidocanol vs. bleomycin for pyogenic granuloma in children: A comparative study
September 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...
Botulinum toxin in orofacial muscle hypertonicity: Clinical insights and therapeutic applications
September 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...
Prevention of postoperative complications in axillary lymphadenectomy through adhesive application
September 2025
Postoperative complications, particularly those involving lymphatic drainage, remain a significant challenge for patients undergoing axillary lymphadenectomy (ALND) as part of breast cancer surgery....
Technical refinement of the reverse homodigital dorsoradial flap: A preliminary case report on flap optimization for radial thumb defects
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....
Botulinum toxin therapy for androgenetic alopecia: From mechanistic insights to clinical applications
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...
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...