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"Ozempic Body"
A public term referring to the generalized loss of tissue volume and associated skin laxity in the body (e.g., breasts, abdomen, extremities) due to GLP-1 receptor agonist-mediated weight loss.
A public term coined to describe the exaggerated facial volume loss and gaunt appearance resembling advanced aging, resulting from rapid weight loss induced by GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide.
Multipotent mesenchymal stem cells found in adipose (fat) tissue, capable of differentiating into various cell types and secreting regenerative factors.
The production of logical, well-defined, and plausible incorrect responses by chatbots like LLMs. These counterfactual outputs are often articulated with confidence.
The entire process of an AI model’s existence, including diverse data collection, development, trials, and validation, which should incorporate input from varied backgrounds to ensure equity.
A professional organization that issues guidelines, including those for managing patients on GLP-1 receptor agonists during the perioperative period to mitigate risks like aspiration.
AI-based tools capable of analyzing data and providing diagnostic decisions without the need for human interpretation. An example is a system that diagnoses diabetic retinopathy directly from retinal images.
A cosmetic surgical procedure performed on the eyelids to remove excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat, often to improve appearance or correct vision problems.
An MLD method that added the technique consisting of using the side of the hand over specific watershed areas between distinct skin lymph territories with a slow and gentle “efflurage” maneuver.
A common cosmetic condition affecting the skin and subcutaneous tissue, characterized by a dimpled appearance, often found in the gluteal-femoral regions.
A common gastrointestinal side effect of GLP-1 receptor agonists, where food remains in the stomach for an extended period, increasing aspiration risk during surgery.
A high-acuity triage category for critical medical situations, which chatbots poorly identified with a sensitivity of only 20% and an 80% false negative rate.
Nanovesicles (40–160 nm) secreted by cells, containing proteins, lipids, RNA, and DNA, crucial for intercellular communication and tissue repair. A subset of Extracellular Vesicles (EVs).
A concept in which the decisions made by AI can be justified and made intelligible to users, driven by the need to ensure physician-patient trust and safety. It takes two forms: inherent and post hoc.
Surgical procedures to reduce facial wrinkles and other signs of aging, with outcomes primarily driven by mechanical manipulation and volume redistribution.
The increase in the number of fibroblasts, cells that synthesize collagen and other components of the extracellular matrix, important for tissue repair.
Connective tissue strands that separate fat lobules. In cellulite, these septae lose elasticity, leading to the protrusion of fat and the dimpling effect.
An off-shoot of the Vodder technique, the Földi technique utilizes similar hand movements described previously, with the addition of a period of increased pressure followed by a relaxation phase. The Földi technique also incorporates the “encircling” stoke to help reduce edema.
A type of laser that delivers light in a fractionated pattern, creating microscopic treatment zones that stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture.
A subfield of Artificial Intelligence (AI) that uses large language models (LLMs) to generate realistic images, text, and videos to assist in automating tasks.
A class of medications, including semaglutide and tirzepatide, that stimulate insulin secretion and have demonstrated significant weight-loss potential.
A localized swelling filled with blood, caused by a break in the wall of a blood vessel. After blepharoplasty, it can be a serious, vision-threatening complication.
A minimally invasive otoplasty technique that uses percutaneous needles to score the cartilage and sutures to reshape the ear without significant skin incisions.
A form of explainability pertaining to AI models with clear input-output data where the relationships between independent and dependent variables can be quantified, such as in a predictive linear regression.
A technique involving the modification of a Large Language Model (LLM) that allows users to circumvent security measures and potentially access confidential, personally identifiable information.
The underlying technology for genAI systems like ChatGPT, Bard, and Llama. They can efficiently handle complex concepts and provide multi-modal responses to a wide array of inquiries and prompts.
An MLD method that added "call-up" and "reabsorption" maneuvers to sequentially promote lymphatic uptake in the distal to proximal regions of lymphatic uptake.
A rare type of thyroid cancer; GLP-1 receptor agonists are contraindicated in patients with a history of this cancer due to preclinical study associations.
The circulation of blood in the smallest blood vessels (capillaries) within tissues. Impaired microcirculation is a component of cellulite pathophysiology.
Therapeutic approaches that use small non-coding RNA molecules to regulate gene expression, targeting specific pathways related to aging and inflammation.
Treatments aimed at improving mitochondrial function, which is critical for cellular energy metabolism and overall cell health, to combat aging and tissue degeneration.
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndrome Type 2 (MEN 2)
A genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of certain endocrine tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma, making GLP-1 receptor agonists contraindicated.
A technique involving the emulsification and filtration of microfat to yield a fluid rich in stromal vascular fraction (SVF) and ASCs, used for non-volumizing regenerative benefits.
A machine learning technology used by chatbots to nurture cosmetic surgery leads and handle inquiries, though NLP-based systems demonstrated high error rates exceeding 65% in the studied clinical scenarios.
AI agents, such as ChatGPT and Bard, that are prompted to serve as assistants for surgeons. They are designed to assist, not replace, human decision-makers.
In statistics, a measure of the probability that an observed difference could have occurred by random chance. A p-value less than 0.05 is typically considered statistically significant, meaning the observed difference is unlikely due to chance.
A pannus is an apron of excess skin and fat, often found in the lower abdomen after significant weight loss. A panniculectomy is a surgical procedure to remove this excess tissue.
A form of cell-to-cell communication in which a cell produces a signal to induce changes in nearby cells, altering the behavior or differentiation of those cells.
The functional changes associated with a disease or condition. In the context of cellulite, it refers to the complex biological processes contributing to its development.
A surgical specialty concerned with the restoration, reconstruction, or improvement of the body's form and function, encompassing both reconstructive and aesthetic procedures.
An autologous blood product with a high concentration of platelets suspended in plasma, enriched with growth factors and cytokines, used to promote tissue healing and regeneration.
A method used for complex AI models that lack simple input-output relationships. It aims to dissect the model’s decision-making process by using a confluence of decision variables to “reverse-engineer” the output.
A condition where one or both ears protrude excessively from the side of the head, typically defined by a projection of more than 20 mm and an angle greater than 35 degrees from the scalp.
A non-invasive or minimally invasive treatment that uses radiofrequency waves to generate heat, stimulating collagen production and improving circulation.
A cross-disciplinary field focusing on the restoration of function through the regeneration of cells, tissues, or organs damaged by congenital anomalies, disease, trauma, or aging.
A situation where it is unclear who would be held liable for ill-informed or harmful clinical decisions augmented by genAI, potentially placing the burden on surgeons who did not develop the technology.
Compact artificial intelligence tools tailored to specific clinical domains that are recommended as a future direction to improve the emergency triage capabilities of medical chatbots.
The category under which the FDA regulates AI and machine learning technologies. This regulatory strategy focuses on continuous monitoring and evaluation of real-world performance.
A heterogeneous population of cells found in adipose tissue, rich in adipose-derived stem cells, endothelial cells, pericytes, and immune cells, known for its regenerative potential.
Engineered particles designed to replicate the structure and function of natural exosomes, offering advantages in scalability, customizability, and reduced immunogenicity.
The top number in a blood pressure reading, representing the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats (contracts). This study focused on keeping SBP below 120 mmHg.
A situation where populational inequities in healthcare are exacerbated by advancements in medical technology, creating disparities in access and outcomes.
A medication that activates both GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptors, marketed as Mounjaro (for Type 2 diabetes) and Zepbound (for chronic weight management).
The process of categorizing clinical inquiries as emergent, urgent, or elective based on severity to determine the appropriate scheduling, advice, or escalation response.
A statistical test used to determine if there is a significant difference between the means of two independent groups, with a directional hypothesis (e.g., one group's mean is higher than the other).
A statistical relationship where the dependent variable initially decreases and then increases as the independent variable increases, forming a U-shape on a graph.
A 10-point scale used to evaluate patient satisfaction and user experience, with higher scores correlating to chatbots that had lower error rates and more appropriate triage behaviors
A specific MLD technique developed by Emil Vodder, emphasizing circular movements of the thumb and specialized hand movements to direct fluid across anastomoses.
The tendency for patients to regain a significant portion of lost weight after discontinuing GLP-1 receptor agonists, highlighting the need for long-term use.