research A Porcine Model for the Development and Testing of Preoperative Skin Preparations
Povidone iodine reduced skin bacteria more than chlorhexidine gluconate, but neither met FDA reduction standards.
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research Surgical Pearl: The cotton-tipped applicator as a suture scissors stabilizer in cutting suture
Using a cotton-tipped applicator as a base for cutting sutures helps make them a uniform length and reduces the risk of skin cuts.
research Preparation of Mohs Micrographic Surgery Frozen Sections: Three New Pearls Leading to a Simplified, More-Effective Process
Three new techniques simplify and improve the preparation of tissue samples for skin cancer surgery.
research Mesenchymal cell replacement corrects thymic hypoplasia in murine models of 22q11.2 deletion syndrome
Replacing defective mesenchymal cells with normal ones fixes thymic growth issues in 22q11.2DS mouse models.
research Minoxidil restores thymic growth in 22q11.2 deletion syndrome by limiting Sox9+ chondrocyte expansion
Minoxidil helps restore thymus size in 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
research Mechanical Methods of Improving Exposure in Abdominal Operations
Mechanical methods can make abdominal surgeries easier to perform.
research Controlled dissection for trichophytic closures with a Ledge Knife
Using a special knife helps improve hairline scars from surgery.
research Surgical Assistant’s Pearl: Moist Wounds Heal Twice as Fast as Dry Wounds
Wounds kept moist heal faster than dry ones.
research Surgical margins for melanoma.
research Surgical Assistants Editor’s Message: Quality control pertinent to surgical assistant tasks
Quality control is important for tasks done by surgical assistants.
research Changes of the skin barrier and bacterial colonization after hair removal by clipper and by razor
Clipping hair is gentler on the skin and reduces bacteria better than shaving with a razor.
research Disposable Instrumentation: The Future of Hair Restoration Surgery
Disposable instruments could be the future of hair restoration surgery to eliminate disease risk, but they require careful preparation and proper training.
research An Effective and Novel Technique for Hair Control in Craniofacial Surgery
A new method using bands and finger sheaths from gloves to manage hair during surgery is effective, quick, and reduces hair damage.
research The effectiveness of waxing or epilation compared to conventional methods of hair removal in reducing the incidence of surgical site infections: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Waxing and epilation might help wound healing, but more research is needed.
research 0854 Evaluating the efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy in reducing surgical site infections: A systematic review
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy reduces surgical site infections and speeds up healing.
research Recent advancements in wound management: Tailoring superwettable bio-interfaces
Superwettable bio-interfaces improve wound care by better managing fluids.
research Clinical efficacy of silk sericin dressing with collagen for split-thickness skin graft donor site treatment
Silk sericin dressing with collagen heals wounds faster and improves scar quality better than Bactigras.
research [Pre-operative non-shaving for neurosurgical operations (author's transl)].
Minimal scalp shaving before neurosurgery reduces infections and offers psychological benefits.
research Adhesive Depilation for Scalp Graft Hair Removal
A simple, safe, and cost-effective method using adhesive drapes effectively removes hair from scalp grafts, reducing infection risk.
research Research Techniques Made Simple: Optical Clearing and Three-Dimensional Volumetric Imaging of Skin Biopsies
3D imaging of skin biopsies offers better accuracy but is time-consuming and can't clear melanin.
research How do you prevent postoperative infections following hair restoration surgery?
To prevent infections after hair restoration surgery, keep the area clean and follow your doctor's care instructions.
research Commentary
The author suggests continuing to use reusable surgical instruments until there's proof of disease transmission, but acknowledges some may prefer disposables for safety despite the low risk.
research Disposable Instrumentation—The Future of Hair Restoration Surgery
Disposable tools could make hair restoration surgery safer and more efficient.
research NEW DIRECTIONS IN SURGICAL THERAPY
Surgical skin treatments improved with new methods like laser resurfacing, combined techniques, and better hair and fat removal options.
research Evaluation of healing and external tunnel histology of silver-coated peritoneal catheters in rats.
Silver-coated catheters heal better than standard ones.
research Instrumentation for cosmetic surgery
Dermatologists are increasingly developing surgical methods for cosmetic procedures.
research Surgical pearl: Modified hypodermic needle and its cap for guarded prick incision
The modified needle is safer for procedures by reducing injury risk.
research A modified scalpel in hair restoration.
In 2010, Marco Toscani's team introduced a new scalpel for hair transplants that cuts parallel to hair follicles, reducing hair loss and improving on previous methods.
research Scratch and split: how I minimise bleeding, visible scarring and alopecia during incision and closure in the hair-bearing scalp
A precise incision technique reduces hair loss and scarring on the scalp.
research Growth in skin surgery
Skin surgery has significantly advanced since 1950, with improvements in chemical peels, hair restoration, lasers, and Mohs surgery, and the development of less invasive techniques and specialized training.