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Ekomwereren O, Shehryar A, Abdullah Yahya N, Rehman A, Affaf M, Chilla SP, Kumar U, Faran N, I K H Almadhoun MK, Quinn M, Ekhator C. Mastering the Art of Dermatosurgery: Aesthetic Alchemy in Medical Excellence. Cureus 2023; 15:e49659. [PMID: 38161926 PMCID: PMC10756331 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
Abstract
Dermatosurgery, a specialized branch within dermatology, has traversed an extraordinary journey through time, shaped by ancient practices, technological leaps, and shifting societal perceptions. This review explores the evolution of dermatosurgery, highlighting its profound transformation from addressing solely medical concerns to seamlessly integrating aesthetics. From its roots in ancient civilizations, where cultural traditions laid the foundation for modern techniques, to the twentieth-century technological renaissance, marked by innovative tools and enhanced understanding of skin anatomy, dermatosurgery has emerged as a dynamic field. Societal notions of beauty and health have significantly influenced dermatosurgery, blurring the lines between medical necessity and elective aesthetic procedures. The delicate balance between satisfying aesthetic desires and upholding medical ethics is a central challenge that dermatosurgeons face today. Open dialogue between practitioners and patients as well as psychological support plays a pivotal role in navigating this terrain. The training and ethics associated with dermatosurgery have evolved to meet the increasing demand for specialized procedures. Maintaining a focus on patient safety and satisfaction remains paramount as commercial pressures and disparities in access to care loom. Upholding best practices and standards in the field is essential for ensuring consistent, high-quality care for all patients. Looking ahead, dermatosurgery stands on the brink of a transformative era, marked by non-invasive techniques, artificial intelligence (AI) integration, and personalized medicine. The field's ability to harmonize medical science with aesthetic artistry is evident in various case studies, showcasing the intricate balance dermatosurgeons strike between addressing medical concerns and fulfilling aesthetic desires. As dermatosurgery continues to evolve, it promises to provide patients with even more precise, tailored treatments that enhance both their physical well-being and aesthetic satisfaction.
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Affiliation(s)
- Osatohanmwen Ekomwereren
- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, Shrewsbury, GBR
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- Internal Medicine, Women's Medical and Dental College, Abbotabad, PAK
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- Medicine, CARE Hospitals, Hyderabad, IND
- School of Health Sciences, University of East London, London, GBR
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- Medicine, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari, Karachi, PAK
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- Internal Medicine, Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Internal Medicine, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Neuro-oncology, New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, USA
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Konz B, Burg G. Leserbriefe - Correspondence. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2023; 21:921-922. [PMID: 37574682 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.15184_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/15/2023]
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Sattler E, Räwer HC, Mühlstädt M, Ruzicka T, Burgdorf W, Kunte C. Basalzellkarzinome auf mit Radiotherapie vorbehandelten vaskulären Malformationen. Hautarzt 2011; 62:534-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s00105-011-2188-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Bilan de l’activité de chirurgie d’exérèse des tumeurs cutanées en dermatologie en France en 2009. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2011; 138:100-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annder.2011.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2010] [Revised: 12/14/2010] [Accepted: 01/03/2011] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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