Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cosmetic Surgery for August 2017. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal articles, as well as the FDA approvals and regulatory changes that are the most likely to affect clinical practice.
Minimal Evidence for Electronic Communication Guidelines
THURSDAY, Aug. 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Minimal evidence is available for guidelines for electronic communication between patients and providers, according to research published online Aug. 28 in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association.
W-Plasty Closure in Posterior Occipital Hairline Acceptable
THURSDAY, Aug. 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) — For closures in the posterior occipital hairline, cosmetic outcomes are similar for primary W-plasty and traditional straight-line (SL) trichophytic closure techniques, according to a study published online Aug. 24 in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery.
Proactive Approach Encouraged for Online Patient Reviews
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 30, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Most patients are using online reviews as a first step to finding a new doctor, with 65 percent forming an opinion from reading one to six reviews, according to a report published in Medical Economics.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Effective for Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers
TUESDAY, Aug. 29, 2017 (HealthDay News) — For patients with chronic venous leg ulcers, autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is safe and effective, with highly significant improvement in ulcer size compared to conventional treatment, according to a study published online Aug. 19 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
CO2 Laser + Platelet-Rich Plasma Promising Treatment for Vitiligo
MONDAY, Aug. 28, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Combination of fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection is a promising treatment for vitiligo, according to a study published online Aug. 20 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Links Between Emotional Well-Being, Aesthetic Dermatology
FRIDAY, Aug. 25, 2017 (HealthDay News) — There is a positive relationship between attitude toward aesthetic dermatology treatments and emotional well-being, according to a study published online Aug. 18 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Myricetin Potentially Protective Against Photodamage of Skin
THURSDAY, Aug. 24, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Myricetin protects cells from photodamage via the IκB/NFκB signaling pathway, according to a study published online Aug. 17 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Platelet-Rich Plasma + Hyaluronic Acid Improves Skin Rejuvenation
THURSDAY, Aug. 24, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) combined with hyaluronic acid (HA) improves skin firmness and elasticity, according to a research letter published in the September issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Good Cosmetic Outcomes for Super Pulse CO2 Laser Therapy
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Super pulse carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is associated with good cosmetic outcomes for benign eyelid lesions, according to a study published online Aug. 17 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Nurse-, System-Related Factors Analyzed in Wrong-Patient Events
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Greater focus is needed on correct identification processes in order to prevent wrong-patient medication administration incidents, and system supports for nurses are critical, according to a study published online Aug. 17 in the Journal of Clinical Nursing.
Leukomelanoderma After Hydroquinone Use Described
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2017 (HealthDay News) — In a case report published online Aug. 16 in the Journal of Dermatology, leukomelanoderma is described in patients using hydroquinone at a concentration of 10 percent.
Hours Worked Impacted by Kids for Female, Not Male Doctors
MONDAY, Aug. 21, 2017 (HealthDay News) — For women, but not men, in dual-physician couples, weekly hours worked are lower for those with versus those without children, according to a research letter published online Aug. 21 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Early, Single Non-Ablative Fractional Laser Tx Aids Scarring
MONDAY, Aug. 21, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Early, single non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) exposure can offer improvement in clinical scar appearance, according to a study published online Aug. 16 in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.
One-Quarter With Early Breast Cancer Strongly Considers CPM
FRIDAY, Aug. 18, 2017 (HealthDay News) — More than half of newly diagnosed patients with early-stage breast cancer consider contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM), with one-quarter considering it strongly, according to a study published online Aug. 15 in Cancer.
Few Racial Differences in Peds Anesthesia Meds Administration
THURSDAY, Aug. 17, 2017 (HealthDay News) — There does not appear to be significant racial differences in preoperative or intraoperative medication administration for children undergoing emergency appendectomies, according to a study published online Aug. 10 in Pediatric Anesthesia.
Limited Economic Evidence for Vitiligo Treatments
THURSDAY, Aug. 17, 2017 (HealthDay News) — The cost burden associated with vitiligo is high, although no evidence exists for the value of vitiligo treatments, according to a research letter published online Aug. 10 in the British Journal of Dermatology.
Frequency, Degree of Pubic Hair Grooming Linked to Injury Risk
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 16, 2017 (HealthDay News) — The frequency and degree of pubic hair grooming is associated with the risk of grooming-related injury and high-frequency injury, according to a study published online Aug. 16 in JAMA Dermatology.
Variable Square Pulse Erbium Promising for Stretch Marks
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 16, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Resurfacing with a variable square pulse Erbium: YAG (VSP Er:YAG) laser is a promising treatment option for stretch marks, according to a small study published online Aug. 9 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Studies Used for FDA Approval of Device Changes Often Low Quality
TUESDAY, Aug. 15, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Many studies used to support U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of high-risk medical device modifications are not controlled; and efficacy of drugs granted accelerated approval is often confirmed three years after approval, according to two studies published in the Aug. 15 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Specialist Access No Better With Adoption of Access Standards
TUESDAY, Aug. 15, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Adoption of specialty access standards does not improve access to specialists, according to a study published online Aug. 14 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Majority of Derm Clinic Patients Express Interest in Anti-Aging Tx
FRIDAY, Aug. 11, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Patients are largely unfamiliar with most anti-aging treatment options, but are interested in pursuing future treatment, according to a study published online Aug. 3 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Intradermal LMW-HA Injection Reduces Enlarged Facial Pores
THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Intradermal injection of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid (LMW-HA) can significantly improve skin texture, reduce pore size, and enhance skin radiance, according to a study published online Aug. 8 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Guidance Provided for Preventing Practice Billing Errors
MONDAY, Aug. 7, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Strategies can help to prevent medical practice billing errors, according to a report published in Medical Economics.
Laser + Growth Factor Improves Appearance of Stretch Marks
FRIDAY, Aug. 4, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Laser treatments combined with topical growth factor improve the appearance of stretch marks, according to a small pilot study published online July 29 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Revenue Exceeds Expenditures for Many ABMS Member Boards
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 2, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Overall revenue exceeds expenditures for many American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) member boards, according to a study published in the Aug. 1 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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