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Coupler microvascular anastomoses: how good?

This is a paper written by a group of reconstructive surgeons and school of computing. This study used computational fluid dynamics to model blood flow through ‘idealised sutured and coupled’ vessels. They investigate if the anastomotic technique affects intra vascular...

Not all faces are alike

The author examined 108 photographs of faces taken in an exact front view, in order to look for different patterns of facial shapes: round, square, heart shaped, oval and long. The author recognised that this was a qualitative analysis and...

Male pattern baldness is not all in the genes

Gentlemen, be advised (if it’s not already too late) that you may be able to influence your chances of going bald. The authors of this study compared the patterns of baldness in 92 pairs of identical twins and correlated these...

Rare grapefruit-sized tumour removed from behind two-year-old's ear

A two-year-old girl from Madagascar has received free life-changing surgery after a benign tumour weighing 280g was removed by the Christian international healthcare charity, Mercy Ships. Without the timely surgery, the tumour would have continued to grow, putting pressure on...

A history of the Asia Pacific Burn Association

To accompany his Newsround report on the 12th APBC meeting in the October/November issue, Editor Andrew Burd shares the story of how the APBA was set up.

Investigation into unlicensed botulinum toxin: comment from the editor

The recent Times investigation and subsequent reported investigation by the MHRA on the use of unlicensed botulinum toxin in the UK is something that is sorely needed in a sector that is unregulated.

The Vascular Birthmarks Foundation (VBF) 2023 Free Laser and Ultrasound Clinic – Greece

The Vascular Birthmarks Foundation’s (VBF) Free Laser Clinics are aimed at delivering much-needed access to early intervention for individuals and families living with a vascular birthmark, anomaly and / or related syndrome (VBARS) in the United States and abroad. In...

Menopause in Aesthetics 2025

Menopause in Aesthetics (MiA) returns for its highly anticipated third year! After two groundbreaking events, MiA 2025 promises to push the boundaries of aesthetic medicine and menopause care. This ever-evolving conference and exhibition puts you at the forefront of one...

NHS NIBEC: Breast Imaging Practice

Nottingham International Breast Education Centre (NIBEC) and Birmingham City University (BCU): Breast Imaging Practice Course

Eyelid and Periorbital Surgery

Many specialities in surgery intersect, allowing for clinical and research collaboration. Plastic surgery and ophthalmology are one such example wherein a number of different principles have been combined in order to develop reconstructive techniques for conditions affecting the orbital soft...

Encyclopedia of Aesthetic Rejuvenation Through Volume Enhancement

The publication of this reference book on volume enhancement in aesthetic surgery is timely. Volume replacement, whether with fat, fillers, or permanent implants, plays a key role in rejuvenation and beautification of the face and body. This book gives a...

The Surgical Art of Facial Makeover (Two Volumes)

This is an excellent two-volume textbook written by a world leader in the field of facial deformity, facial corrective surgery and orthognathic surgery. The two volumes bring together the various subspecialties as well as other non-surgical components of treating facial...