Bacterial biofilms have been implicated with breast implant complications including capsular contracture and anaplastic large-cell lymphoma. The actual mechanisms for either are still under active investigation and are not clear. Due to... more
Bacterial biofilms have been implicated with breast implant complications including capsular contracture and anaplastic large-cell lymphoma. The actual mechanisms for either are still under active investigation and are not clear. Due to their increased surface area, implants with textured surfaces may harbor greater biofilm loads than those with smooth surfaces. Biofilm formation on the outer surface material was compared using implants with various surface areas and roughness, including Natrelle (Smooth), SmoothSilk/SilkSurface (Silk), VelvetSurface (Velvet), Siltex, and Biocell. The roughness and surface area of each material were assessed using non-contact profilometry. Bacterial attachment (2 h) and biofilm formation (24 h) were evaluated for Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Ralstonia pickettii over nine independent experiments using a CDC biofilm reactor and viable plate counts (VPCs) as well as confocal scanning laser microscopy. VPCs of the textured imp...
The application of electric currents on human body has been intensively studied in the past and today, its neurostimulative effects are well understood. However, the utilization of induced currents by rapidly changing magnetic fields has... more
The application of electric currents on human body has been intensively studied in the past and today, its neurostimulative effects are well understood. However, the utilization of induced currents by rapidly changing magnetic fields has recently raised an attention in the clinical practice as a complementary and possibly more advanced modality for muscle stimulation. The overall goal of this study is to review the essential technical parameters and principles of electromagnetic stimulation devices while focusing on the interaction of the electromagnetic fields with excitable biological tissues. The study discusses key differences between the electrical and magnetic stimulation and aims to summarize the current knowledge about magnetic stimulation of muscle tissue in physiotherapy and consequently its pioneering use in aesthetic.
Background Several studies investigating high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) treatments have recently been published. However, due to the novelty of the procedure, long-term data are still missing. Objectives The aim of this... more
Background Several studies investigating high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) treatments have recently been published. However, due to the novelty of the procedure, long-term data are still missing. Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate changes in abdominal tissues on average 1 year after a series of HIFEM treatments, to determine the long-term durability of patients’ original body responses. Methods Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scanning were performed on 21 patients a mean of 332.6 [88.5] days after their original HIFEM treatment series. The scans were evaluated by a blinded radiologist for abdominal muscle thickness, subcutaneous fat changes, and abdominal separation. The results were compared with the MRI/CT-assisted measurements taken at baseline and 6-week follow-up. Correlations between collected data sets were calculated and tested. The incidence of any adverse events related to earlier treatments was monitored. Results Whe...
