Rib Cartilage or Synthetic Implant for Microtia Repair?
Choosing between a rib cartilage graft and a synthetic implant for microtia repair comes down to the child’s age their lifestyle and how many surgeries the family is prepared for. Neither material is universally better. Microtia ear reconstruction has advanced...
Which Lymphedema Surgery Suits You: LVA or Node Transfer?
The choice between LVA and vascularised lymph node transfer depends on the stage of lymphedema, what the lymphatic vessels look like on imaging, and how much tissue damage is already present. These aren’t interchangeable procedures. One works with what remains...
Is Breast Asymmetry a Cosmetic Issue or a Medical One?
Most of the time breast asymmetry is simply a normal variation. Almost no one has perfectly matched breasts. Occasionally though it signals something needing medical attention, particularly when it appears suddenly. Knowing which category you’re dealing with...
