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The patient journey in DIEP flap breast reconstruction
In the UK approximately 40,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. About 40% of these need, or choose, to undergo mastectomy, where all of the breast tissue is removed. Currently around a third of these patients choose to...Life-transforming reconstructive surgery onboard floating hospital gives new hope to burn survivors in sub-Saharan Africa
Gamai from Guinea was a one-year-old when she suffered a horrific burn accident. With no access to medical care, her family were forced to watch as her skin contracted around her arms and hands, leaving her unable to perform basic...Finding the Common Ground
Plastics, Maxillo-Facial surgery and Aesthetics. The potential spectrum of topics, disciplines, procedures and practitioners to involve and interest is vast and presents a great challenge in terms of finding common ground. However, it is our intention that PMFA News will...Genioplasty
With the chin playing a vital part in facial harmony, genioplasty can have a hugely positive impact on patients’ self-esteem and quality of life. The authors share their expertise in the optimal techniques when performing an osseous genioplasty. The perception...Emmanuel, 3, has life transformed after Mercy Ships removes painful head growth
The parents of a three-year-old boy are rejoicing after volunteers on board a charity hospital ship removed a large, painful growth from the side of his head – a condition that had been developing since before he was born. Emmanuel’s...Melanoma skin cancer: how can we improve early detection in the UK?
With melanoma rates increasing globally, should there be screening of high-risk groups? Stephen Hayes takes a look at how Australia has reduced its melanoma mortality and asks whether a similar model should be adopted elsewhere. In Britain, some 16,000 new...Part four: Aye, Aye. AI?
“Formal clinical guidelines would provide a structured, evidence-based approach to managing patients who have undergone melanoma treatment and are considering elective surgery. This would enhance patient safety, standardise care, and support informed decision-making. Given the increasing prevalence of melanoma and...How I Do It - Breast augmentation: choosing the ideal implant size
Fernando Amato discusses the value of using 3D simulated imaging to help patients make the right decision about their implant size. Breast augmentation with implants is one of the most widespread plastic surgeries. However, clinicians still have some difficulties and...Agorà Congress 2025
Founded in 1984, Agorà is a leading scientific society in Aesthetic Medicine, dedicated to promoting evidence-based practice, safety, and clinical excellence. Since 1998, the Agorà International Congress has been a key platform for the exchange of cutting-edge research, innovative methodologies,...
