IN THE FIELD OF SURFACE DIGITAL ANALYSIS, PROOF ON A NEWLY DEVELOPED METHOD: THE METHOD OF PLASTIC SURGERY
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Keywords
Plastic Surgery, Surface Digital Study, Measurement Accuracy, Cutaneous Cancer, Flap, Digital Tool, Validation
Abstract
Background: In the field of cosmetic surgery, precise measurement of anatomical regions is crucial, particularly when documenting cases such as cutaneous cancers or flaps. Traditional methods using simple rulers are often inadequate for accurate and consistent measurement, leading to a need for improved techniques.
Objective: To develop and validate a novel approach to surface digital study and demonstrate its application in plastic surgery.
Methods: A new method for surface digital study was conceptualized, developed, and validated. The process involved the creation of a digital tool that can accurately measure and analyze surface areas depicted in clinical images. This tool was tested in a controlled experimental setting with simulated patients to ensure precision and reliability.
Results: The novel surface digital study method showed significant improvement in the accuracy and consistency of measurements compared to traditional ruler-based techniques. The digital tool was able to provide precise measurements of various anatomical regions, which were validated against known standards.
Conclusion: The newly developed surface digital study method offers a reliable and accurate alternative to traditional measurement techniques in plastic surgery. Its application can enhance the precision of documentation and analysis in clinical practice, leading to better patient outcomes and more robust data collection.
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Sergio Rodrigo Oliveira Souza Lima
MD, Department of Plastic Surgery, General Surgery Institute, Bahia Hospital, Brazil
Lara Alsadoun
SHO, Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, United
Tariq Rafique
Assistant Professor Dadabhoy Institute of Higher Education, Karachi, Pakistan,