Tranexamic acid (TXA) is an antifibrinolytic agent that inhibits clot breakdown and is well described in the literature toreduce intraoperative blood loss in craniofacial, cardiac, trauma, dermatologic, and orthopedic surgeries.
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.
How To: Novel Endoscopic Technique to Repair Large Septal Perforation
The objective of this study is to describe step by step an innovative technique to repair large septal perforations with a pure endoscopic extended AEA flap.
Physical Assault Is Increasingly the Most Significant Mechanism of Operative Facial Trauma in Adults
Operative middle and upper maxillofacial trauma decreased over a 17-year period, with assault identified as the most significant mechanism of trauma overall.
Data Shows Increasing Lack of Diversity within Elite Surgical Specialties, Especially Otolaryngology
Significant disparities exist in medical school enrollment for minority students and achievement of full professorship in otolaryngology, surgery, and internal medicine.
Should Exogenous Estrogens Be Stopped for Surgery in Transgender Women?
The practice of discontinuing estrogen therapy for two weeks prior to surgery should be weighed against individual risk factors, mode of administration, and side effects.
Why Facial Plastic Surgeons Should Consider Bringing More Surgical Procedures In-House
There are compelling reasons why office-based surgery has become more popular: It’s a comfortable alternative for patients, and it gives practitioners control over everything from staffing to sutures.
Should Isotretinoin Be Stopped Prior to Surgery?
Recent prospective clinical studies have not found an increased incidence of facial scarring in patients using isotretinoin in the perioperative period.
Dermal Fillers and Vaccine Reactions: How to Prepare Patients for the Rare Possibility
Should Tranexamic Acid Be Used to Reduce Intraoperative Blood Loss During Rhytidectomy?
There is no meaningful advantage to justify using tranexamic acid as a best practice measure in rhytidectomy.
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