Plastic and reconstructive surgery
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Plast. Reconstr. Surg. · Feb 2008
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyLocally administered ketorolac and bupivacaine for control of postoperative pain in breast augmentation patients: part II. 10-day follow-up.
Previously, it was shown that locally applied intraoperative ketorolac and bupivacaine significantly reduced pain in the recovery room. The objective of this study was to test the effectiveness of the same solution over the first 10 days. ⋯ Locally applied, intraoperative ketorolac and bupivacaine significantly reduced pain for 5 days after surgery in women who had undergone primary breast augmentation.
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Plast. Reconstr. Surg. · Jan 2008
Primary transcutaneous lower blepharoplasty with routine lateral canthal support: a comprehensive 10-year review.
Rejuvenation of the lower eyelid often requires tightening of excess skin and muscle and removal or transposition of orbital fat. Although transcutaneous lower blepharoplasty can accomplish these aesthetic demands, it has been associated with an increased risk of lower lid malposition. Routine lateral canthal support during lower blepharoplasty has recently been advocated to minimize this risk. This study reviewed the outcome of a surgeon's 10-year experience with primary lower transcutaneous blepharoplasty and lateral canthal support consisting of canthopexy, canthoplasty, and orbicularis suspension. ⋯ Lateral canthal support should be considered a routine component of lower transcutaneous blepharoplasty to obtain the desired aesthetic result and maintain the natural appearance of the eyelid shape. The associated complication rate is acceptable.