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Open AccessNuclear translocation of ISG15 regulated by PPP2R2B inhibits cisplatin resistance of bladder cancer
Cisplatin resistance is a major challenge for systemic therapy against advanced bladder cancer (BC). Little information is available on the regulation of cisplatin resistance and the underlying mechanisms requ...
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“Filler-Associated Acute Stroke Syndrome”: Classification, Predictive Modelling of Hyaluronidase Efficacy, and Updated Case Review on Neurological and Visual Complications
The rising use of soft tissue fillers for aesthetic procedures has seen an increase in complications, including vascular occlusions and neurological symptoms that resemble stroke. This study synthesizes inform...
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Correction: A Systematic Review on the Reinforcement Loop in Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery: The Interplay of Social Media, Self-Perception, and Repeat Procedures
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Open AccessLaser therapy for treating cleft lip or/and palate scarring—a systematic review and meta-analysis
This review aims to assess the efficacy and safety of laser therapy in managing scars resulting from cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P) repair surgeries, as well as to determine the optimal timing for intervention...
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The Ideal Chinese Lip: Impact of Lip Contours and Proportions
The lips are one crucial determinant of facial attractiveness. Current studies investigating lip attractiveness were mostly conducted in Caucasians, and the results could not directly apply to Asians. Aside fr...
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Points to ponder on the role of polynucleotides in regenerative and aesthetic medicine: a systematic review
Polynucleotides (PDRN) have gained attention in aesthetic and regenerative medicine for their potential to enhance tissue regeneration, improve skin quality, and deliver superior aesthetic outcomes. However, t...
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Generational Exploration on Aesthetic Medicine Products: Influence of Social Media, Reviews, and Brand Identity—GEMS Bond Survey
The study investigates the impact of social media reviews and brand identity on consumer preferences in the non-surgical aesthetics products across different generations. It highlights the evolving landscape o...
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Gender- and Age-Related Characterization of Lower Eyelid Morphology: Three-Dimensional Analysis in a Chinese Population
The lower eyelid region is a critical component of the face. It is essential to establish anthropometric reference values for the evaluation of aging, surgical planning and assessment of outcomes in periocular...
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Intelligent devices for assessing essential tremor: a comprehensive review
Essential tremor (ET) stands as the most prevalent movement disorder, characterized by rhythmic and involuntary shaking of body parts. Achieving an accurate and comprehensive assessment of tremor severity is c...
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A Brillouin microscopy analysis of the crystalline lenses of Chinese adults with myopia
To evaluate lenticular biomechanical and geometric parameters in Chinese adults with myopia and identify relevant factors using Brillouin microscopy (BM) and Pentacam. The biomechanical and geometric propertie...
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Static and Dynamic Filler-Associated Tear Trough Deformities: Manifestations and Treatment Algorithm
Fillers are popular substances for the correction of tear trough deformity. Despite well-documented complications increasing gradually, standardized treatment algorithm for deformity secondary to improper inje...
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A Systematic Review on the Reinforcement Loop in Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery: The Interplay of Social Media, Self-Perception, and Repeat Procedures
This systematic review delves into the impact of social media on self-perception and the escalating interest in clinical aesthetic procedures, proposing that social media significantly influences beauty standa...
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How Camera-to-Subject Distance and Height Affect Breast Measurement and Follow-Up Assessment in Plastic Surgery
Due to several factors that affect photograph quality, bias is inevitably present in two-dimensional (2D) breast photography. The principal variables affecting image performance at a fixed focus length are the...
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Protocol Establishment and Reliability Verification of Three-Dimensional Digital Stereophotogrammetry in Lower Eyelid Anthropometry
Three-dimensional (3D) stereophotogrammetry has been widely used in anthropometry for both medical and esthetic purposes. However, no studies have assessed its reliability on measuring the lower eyelid by 3D i...
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Open AccessDevelopment and validation of predictive models for myopia onset and progression using extensive 15-year refractive data in children and adolescents
Global myopia prevalence poses a substantial public health burden with vision-threatening complications, necessitating effective prevention and control strategies. Precise prediction of spherical equivalent (S...
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Simultaneous Vertical Mastopexy During Aquafilling Removal: An Effective Way to Reshape the Breast with Ptosis
Aquafilling was used to be a popular breast filler and was banned due to increasing reports of complications. Debridement surgery is the only available approach to treat complications caused by gel fillers, bu...
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Open AccessVulvar migration of injected polyacrylamide hydrogel following breast augmentation: a case report and literature review
Vulvar migration is a rare complication of filler injection for breast augmentation, generally presenting as repeated pain and fever. We will report a case of woman with polyacrylamide hydrogel breast injectio...
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Nerve Distribution Method is Superior to the Conventional Method in BoNT-A Treatment of Trapezius Hypertrophy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The contour of the neck and shoulder is defined by the trapezius muscle (TM). Beyond facial procedures, botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) injections has been increasingly adopted to create a smooth shoulder line. Sev...
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MicroRNAs Associated with Keloids Identified by Microarray Analysis and In Vitro Experiments
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) play a crucial role in gene regulation and the development of keloid. This research aimed to identify and verify miRNAs associated with keloids by microarray analysis and in vitro experiment...
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Experimental and numerical investigation into interlaminar toughening effect of chopped fiber-interleaved flax fiber reinforced composites
Effects of various chopped fiber (CF) interleaves, including CF type, CF length, and interleave areal density on mode I interlaminar toughening for flax fiber reinforced composites were studied via the double ...
