The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is reinforcing to commitment patient safety and ethical standards in light of concerns highlighted by a recent Los Angeles Times article, stressing the dangers of non-specialized physicians conducting cosmetic procedures and promoting the selection of board-certified plastic surgeons to mitigate such risks.
For patients considering or undergoing plastic and reconstructive surgery procedures, using social media to gather information and answer questions can enhance patient empowerment—potentially leading to increased autonomy and better decision-making, reports a study in the April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Preoperative Botox injections are a useful test for predicting how well patients with chronic migraine will respond to nerve decompression surgery, reports a study in the May issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
