8 Deoxycholic Acid
Aubriana M. McEvoy, Basia Michalski, and Rachel L. Kyllo Summary Deoxycholic acid, an adipocytolic agent, is the first injectable therapy approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to…
10 Chemical Peels
Sidney J. Starkman and Devinder S. Mangat Summary Patient selection is critical in enhancing the safety profile of chemical peeling. Proper intraoperative technique and tailored treatment plans to each individual…
6 Fat Transfers
Stephen E. Metzinger and Rebecca C. Metzinger Summary As with all cosmetic procedures, autologous fat grafting (AFG) or transfer (AFT) carries risks along with benefits. The benefits are well established…
Section I Complications Prevention Essentials
Daniel A. Yanes and Mathew M. Avram Summary Laser plume and surgical smoke are consequential byproducts of minimally invasive surgery. The effects they have on those who inhale them are…
43 Liposuction
Julian Winocour, John Layliev, Han Shi, Varun Gupta, Kevin Hagan, and Kent K. Higdon Abstract This chapter covers the pertinent considerations involved in this common surgical procedure for the localized…
44 Abdominoplasty
Bruce A. Mast Abstract This chapter looks at the various ways of correcting contour irregularities of the abdominal wall. Matters to be determined in the presurgical exam (degree/extent of adiposity,…
46 Brachioplasty
J. Peter Rubin Abstract Brachioplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to recontour the upper arm following excessive weight loss. To achieve the desired goal(s), liposuction and excisional surgery are…
41 Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Gregory A. Dumanian and Bruce A. Mast Abstract This chapter addresses the considerations involved in remediating bulges and hernias. The challenge in these procedures is to create a lasting connection…
33 Breast Reconstruction with Devices
Daniel F. Haynes Abstract This chapter covers the sensitive area of breast reconstruction following mastectomy. Every consideration to be addressed during patient presentation is listed, and treatment options are detailed….
