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Topical phenytoin effect on pressure ulcers healing: A literature review of the evidence

1 December 2018 | | ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES
A pressure ulcer (PU) is a localised injury to the skin and / or underlying tissue usually over a bony prominence, because of pressure, or pressure in combination with shear (EPUAP/ NPUAP 2009/PPPPIA 2014). Bennett et al. [1] claimed total...

Nanocrystalline silver compared to alternative silver delivery systems in the management of burns

1 December 2017 | | General Plastic Surgery | Burns, Meta-analysis, Nanocrystalline silver, Silver delivery systems, Systematic review
With the rapid pace of new medical products being developed and marketed, it can be difficult to identify which product will provide most benefit to our patients. It is essential to have good evidence to allow us to make the...

TRALI following fresh frozen plasma resuscitation from burn shock

1 August 2017 | | General Plastic Surgery | Fresh frozen plasma, TRALI, Burn shock resuscitation
This study aims to examine the incidence of transfusion related acute lung injury (TRALI) in burns resuscitation using fresh frozen plasma (FFP). The authors conducted a retrospective chart review of patients who met their requirement of ‘severe burn‘, that being...

A systematic review of silver sulphadiazine in the conservative management of burns

28 April 2017 | | General Plastic Surgery | Burns, Conservative treatment, Review, Silver sulphadiazine
Silver sulphadiazine (SSD) has been used in conservative management of partial thickness burns (PTB), for over 50 years. Concerns have been raised over potential disadvantages of SSD including need for daily dressing changes, impairment of wound healing and expense. The...

Occlusal splint, injections or arthrocentesis in myofascial pain

1 December 2018 | | Maxillofacial Surgery | Arthrocentesis, Internal derangement, Myofascial pain, Stabilization splint, Trigger point injection
Facial pain is a fairly common complaint and may present in a myriad of symptoms. These patients present to both dentists and general practitioners and could end up referred to a number of specialists. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) may originate from...

Photoshopping the face: simulated outcomes of orthofacial surgery

1 December 2014 | | Imaging, Dentistry, Maxillofacial Surgery
Corrective facial surgeries are highly elective procedures. Outcomes depend largely on the nature of the surgery performed (requiring an in-depth knowledge of surgical techniques and anticipated soft tissue changes) and should be predictable in terms of risk and outcomes, in...

Looking unusual: what it’s like and how skin camouflage can help

1 October 2014 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology
Appearance matters, nowadays more than ever. We live in a global culture where a smooth, blemish-free and consistent complexion, symmetrical features and perfect teeth are highly prized and believed to be the passport to happiness and success. If you are...

How I Do It - Surgical upper lip lift

4 December 2023 | | Facial Plastic Surgery
This article has been verified for CPD. Click the button below to answer a few short questions and download a form to be included in your CPD folder. The shape and volume of the lips are highly significant features when...

3rd SOAP (State of the Art in Plastic Surgery) Meeting

27 February 2020 -29 February 2020
Live Surgeries, Minimally Invasive Workshops and Scientific Lectures Congress President: Prof Dr med C Can Cedidi from Bremen After the great success of 2019 with almost 200 participants from 14 countries we are looking forward in 2020! Once again, more...

Gross Negligence Manslaughter in Healthcare: The medico-legal dilemma (part 3)

14 June 2021 |
14 June 2021 is the day in the Chinese calendar to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. These local holidays are a reminder of the deep cultural heritage enjoyed by the Chinese people.

Maxillo-facial and neck surgery in Iraq and Afghanistan

1 February 2015 | | Maxillofacial Surgery
Over the past 150 years, military personnel wounded in action had a survival rate of approximately 80% [1]. During the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, those servicemen wounded in action have a 90.4% survival rate [2]. During the past...

While your patients keep busy….our tape continues to deliver steroid treatment

14 November 2022 | Research & Development
We know how important it is to manage your patients’ skin conditions, including inflammatory dermatoses, as well as when it comes to wound care management, to help prevent the development of proud flesh.