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CRISPR/Cas9 – The Revolutionary Gene Scissors Used in a Human for the First Time
The revolutionary gene-editing system CRISPR/Cas9 was used for the first time in a human patient at West China Hospital on 28 October…
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CRISPR/Cas9 – The Gene Scissors Open a New Era in Genetic Engineering
Since 2012, the CRISPR/Cas9 gene scissors have become the leading method for “genome editing” and are opening up a new era in…
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Treating Facial Wrinkles
Different options for treating facial wrinkles To treat wrinkles on the face and on the whole body, there are various approaches depending…
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Wrinkle Treatment with Botulinum Toxin: Effect, Procedure, Risks and Costs
How botulinum toxin smooths expression lines, how the treatment works, which side effects are possible and when it is not suitable –…
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Wilhelm Denervation: Pain Treatment for the Wrist and Tennis Elbow
In Wilhelm denervation, the pain-conducting nerve branches of a joint are selectively divided – mobility is preserved. Indications, test block, the ten…
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Fractures of the Thumb Base: Bennett, Rolando and Winterstein Fractures – Diagnosis and Treatment
Bennett, Rolando and Winterstein fractures affect the base of the first metacarpal. How they differ, which imaging is needed, when surgery is…
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Cross-Finger Flap: An Effective Solution for Soft Tissue Defects on the Finger
Performing the dorsal cross-finger flap Fig. a) Preoperative defect, b) raising the flap taking the mid-lateral line into account, c) transposition of…
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The Foucher Flap (Kite Flap): Covering Thumb Defects with an Island Flap from the Index Finger
The Foucher flap is a sensate island flap from the dorsum of the index finger, pedicled on the first dorsal metacarpal artery.…
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Treatment of Fractures of the Proximal and Middle Phalanges of the Fingers
Fractures of the proximal and middle phalanges of the hand A basic distinction is made between fractures in the shaft area and…
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Trendy Pomelo and Grapefruit Can Interact with Many Medicines
Many people like the bittersweet taste of grapefruit. The trendy pomelo, on the other hand, is appreciated for its fruity aroma. Both…
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