What is the impact of posterior pharyngeal wall (PPW) injection on severity of dysphagia and dysphonia in the treatment of velopharyngeal deficiency (VPD)?
Younger Onset Age and Early Treatment Benefit Women with Bell’s Palsy
Do the clinical features and treatment results, and the factors affecting them, differ between male and female patients with Bell’s palsy?
Evidence of Benign Vascular Anomalies Becoming Malignant Angiosarcoma Indicates Need for Increased Surveillance in Patients
Can benign vascular anomalies transform into highly malignant angiosarcoma (AS), and is a more aggressive biopsy/surgical approach warranted in certain cases of these anomalies?
New Database Informs Facial Fracture-Related Management and Cost Trends for U.S. Metropolitan Hospitals
With morbidity costs of facial trauma exceeding $1 billion each year, ew database informs facial fracture-related management and cost trends for U.S. Metropolitan hospitals.
New Surgical Algorithm for Unilateral Cleft Lip Nasal Deformity Secondary Repair Produces Satisfactory Results
Nasolabial flap (NLF) achieved satisfactory results in secondary rhinoplasty of unilateral CLND for patients with nasal tissue deficiencies in whom the surgeon weighed the potential benefits over postoperative scarring.
Gender and Ethnic Diversity Lacking Among Academic Facial Plastic Surgeons
Increased diversity is needed in academic facial plastic surgery, particularly female, Hispanic, and Black representation.
What Is the Antidepressant, Anxiolytic, and ADHD Medication Rate Among Rhinoplasty Patients?
Rates of prescription medication use for anxiety, depression, and ADHD did not significantly differ between cases and controls in patients undergoing functional or aesthetic rhinoplasty.
Data Established on Patient-Reported Improvements in Nasal Function Following Component Dorsal Hump Reduction with Spreader Graft
Cosmetic component dorsal hump reduction with use of spreader grafts to reconstruct the middle vault results in improved subjective nasal function and aesthetics.
Functional Results Strongly Influence Postoperative Satisfaction in Patients Who Have Undergone Rhinoplasty
Functional outcomes play an important role in satisfaction and quality of life after rhinoplasty.
Optimal Management of Vascular Pedicle Is an Important Concern in Facial Free Flap Reconstruction
In mid and upper face reconstruction, vascular grafting, targeting more distal branches of the facial system, or additional maneuvers to optimize pedicle orientation is often required to secure revascularization.