Reverse sural flap of the fasciosubcutaneous pedicle: a case report [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2018 Endometriosis is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. The pathophysiology of this condition is poorly understood.
Carla Batista Moisés +8 more
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Determining factors in choosing a plastic surgeon [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2018 Introduction: This study aims to understand the factors that determine the choice of a plastic surgeon from the patient's perspective. This is a pilot project, which should be broadened and deepened by other studies.
Luiz Roberto Reis Araujo +4 more
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Bichectomy and its contribution to facial harmony [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2018 Introduction: Buccal fat removal was described for the first time by Heister in 1732. In 1802, Bichat identified the adipose nature of this tissue. There is a close association between buccal fat and masticatory muscles, which helps infants suck owing to
Cesar Augusto Daher Ceva Faria +5 more
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Surgery-for-life:Aging, sexual fitness and self-management in Brazil [PDF]
, 2014 This article draws on ethnographic fieldwork on plastic surgery to explore tensions in aging norms and ideals for women in Brazil. I situate my analysis in relation to debates about a “de-chronologized life course.” Some scholars argue that the life ...
Edmonds, Alexander
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Treatment of orbital floor fracture with conchal cartilage [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2017 INTRODUCTION: The reconstruction of defects in the orbital floor after fractures poses a challenge to the plastic surgeon because besides the patient's aesthetic and reconstructive expectations, possible functional complications such as diplopia and ...
Waldemar Chaves Nascimento Brandao Penna +7 more
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Quality of life assessment in patients with blepharoptosis [PDF]
, 2006 PURPOSE: To assess the health-related quality of life in blepharoptosis patients and the impact after surgical management on their quality of life. METHODS: Twenty-one patients with congenital or acquired blepharoptosis completed a questionnaire which ...
Asano, Márcia Emiko +1 more
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Alar cartilage flap for projection of the nasal tip [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2018 Introduction: The nasal tip is a frequent object of study by surgeons, since it is a common reason for pre- and postoperative complaints. Thus, the tip should be thoroughly evaluated to determine the best technique to be used.
José Carlos Daher +7 more
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Estimation of implant volume in immediate breast reconstruction using mastectomy specimen weight [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2022 Introduction: The choice of the appropriate volume of silicone implant to replace the mastectomy specimen is usually performed with the aid of provisional silicone molds which leads to a subjective evaluation and dependent on surgeons experience.
Francisco José Fontenele Bezerra +1 more
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Surgical treatment of skin carcinomas in the Brazilian Unified Health System: costs analysis [PDF]
, 2013 OBJECTIVE: To analyze the costs of the surgical treatment of cutaneous carcinomas held in the Plastic Surgery service at a university hospital in patients of the Unified Health System (SUS).
Bócoli, Karine Helena +6 more
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Evaluation of the effects of radiotherapy on breast reconstruction with a transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2018 Introduction: Radiation negatively influences the results of breast reconstruction using implants. However, the effects of radiation on breast reconstruction with autologous tissue is still unclear.
Marcela Caetano Cammarota +6 more
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