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Rectal ketamine during paediatric burn wound dressing procedures
Ketamine is well reported as being safe to use in providing analgesia, sedation and amnesia in paediatric populations. This prospective, randomised, double-blinded study aimed to establish an optimum dose of ketamine in burns treatment settings in children aged six months...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.Treating the male patient with dermal fillers
Concepts of beauty and attractiveness have always been associated with the appreciation of symmetry, balance and harmony of various facial features. An attractive face creates mystique and power. Its effects are undeniable, and for centuries, we have been trying to...HA dermal filler with lidocaine: initial clinical outcomes
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural occurring body polysaccharide essential for various body functions, present in connective tissues, skin, vitreous humour of eye, extracellular matrix, synovial fluid, etc [1]. It was first isolated in bovine vitreous by Mayer and Palmer...Cellulite therapy in 2022 – new treatment options making grades for the new year
World-renowned dermatologist Michael H Gold introduces two of the newest FDA-approved modalities for the treatment of the common skin condition cellulite. Cellulite is one of the most common skin concerns for women. It is estimated that between 80-98% of women...Interdisciplinary research in aesthetic medicine: Beyond the RCT
In this conversation, Elaine Williams (PhD Candidate, RN, INP) is joined by Becki Nash, a Sociologist and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Southampton, to explore the value of interdisciplinary approaches in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Becki Nash. Moving beyond...Perceptions and deceptions: a personal blog by the editor 8 December 2016
A Death in Hong Kong An evolving essay and insight into medicine and the law in contemporary Hong Kong (part two). The death of a young person. A fit and healthy person. A person for whom adult life has only...Medico-legal forum (VASEP liposuction)
The PMFA Journal and Hamilton Fraser Cosmetic Insurance have teamed up to provide a series of articles that will give examples of claims that occur from different procedures. The case in question The patient underwent VASER to the abdomen and...An overview of chemical peels
Chemical peels form an important part of most aesthetic and cosmetic practices. They are an affordable procedure for patients and significant results can be achieved. Generally chemical peels are a safe procedure, but only if used correctly and with caution....Dr Tijion Esho has announced he is to be an Ambassador for Operation Smile UK
Dr Tijion Esho, TV presenter, cosmetic doctor and philanthropist has announced he is to be an Ambassador for Operation Smile UK today on National Selfie Day.The importance of skin preparation
With both aesthetic procedures and antibiotic resistance on the rise, good skin disinfection to reduce the risk of infection is more vital than ever. Anna Baker takes us through the evidence behind commonly used skin preparation formulations for aesthetic injectable...
