Infections in breast implants: a review with a focus on developing Countries [PDF]
, 2014 The risk of surgical site infection is always present in surgery; the use of prosthetic materials is linked to an increased possibility of infection.
Abbinante, Giulia +7 more
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Brazilian version of the Breast Evaluation Questionnaire: cultural adaptation and validation [PDF]
, 2013 BACKGROUND: Measurable data on plastic surgery outcomes are scarce. In recent years, questionnaires to measure quality of life have been used globally.
Ferreira, Lia Fleissig +4 more
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The effect of superior pedicle breast reductions on breast sensation [PDF]
, 2018 The aim of this study was to assess nipple, areola and breast skin sensation after breast reductions with two different superior pedicle techniques: a short, vertical scar technique compared to a long, inverted-T scar technique.
Baldi, Sandra +5 more
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Lumbar artery perforator (LAP) flap: a salvage tool for extended lumbo-sacral necrosis after bilateral internal iliac arteries embolization. [PDF]
, 2016 We report the case of a 52-year-old man presenting an extensive lumbosacral necrosis after bilateral internal iliac arteries embolization following unstable pelvic fracture. Coverage of the defect was performed using two extended lumbar artery perforator
Bauquis, O. +4 more
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Cost savings in outpatient versus inpatient reduction mammaplasty [PDF]
, 2016 Background and aims: Reduction mammaplasties are increasingly performed as outpatient procedures. Cost savings are assumed, but published data on the subject are scarce.
Carpelan, A., Kauhanen, S.
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A body mass index related scale for reconstructive breast reduction [PDF]
, 2018 Breast reduction is a highly emotional topic, involving three conflicting interests: (a) women suffering from symptomatic macromastia, (b) health insurance companies, and (c) surgeons.
Beer, Gertrude +3 more
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Chronic breast abscess due to Mycobacterium fortuitum: a case report [PDF]
, 2011 Introduction Mycobacterium fortuitum is a rapidly growing group of nontuberculous mycobacteria more common in patients with genetic or acquired causes of immune deficiency.
Dibendu Betal, Fiona A MacNeill
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Aggressive fibromatosis (desmoid tumor) associated with breast implant: literature review and presentation of three new cases [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2017 INTRODUCTION: Fibromatoses consists of the proliferation of fibrous tissue, in the form of bands or nodules, associated with fasciae and aponeuroses. The aggressive variety, previously denominated desmoid tumor, behaves similarly to malignant neoplasm ...
Aloísio Ferreira da Silva Filho +8 more
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The influence of the breast on physical activity participation in females [PDF]
, 2015 Background:The importance of physical activity is well known.1 However, previous research suggests that breast movement during exercise can be painful, embarrassing, and anecdotally deter exercise participation.2,3 Therefore, this research investigates ...
Burnett, Emma +2 more
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Objective Integrated Assessment of Functional Outcomes in Reduction Mammaplasty
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Global Open, 2013 Background: The aim of our study was an objective integrated assessment of the functional outcomes of reduction mammaplasty. Methods: The study involved 17 women undergoing reduction mammaplasty from March 2009 to June 2011.
Giovanni Nicoletti, MD FEBoPRAS +4 more
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