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Surgical and non-surgical procedures are performed for both cosmetic and reconstructive situations in order to optimize the form and function of the face, head, and neck. In modern times, the facial plastic surgeon has become a target of both the patient and attorney, both of whom are hoping for financial gain secondary to a real or perceived fault with the actions of the practitioner. Despite extensive five-year training in Otolaryngology and, in many instances, additional specialized training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, the threat of medical malpractice looms significantly for facial plastic surgeons. Lack of proper informed consent and poor cosmetic outcome are cited most frequently as the reasons litigation are enacted. Familiarizing oneself with the details and scenarios of medical malpractice and litigation in facial plastic surgery is extremely important for those who practice in the United States today.
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Johnson, J., Carron, M.A. (2021). Malpractice in Aesthetic Surgery and Procedures. In: Eloy, J.A., Svider, P.F., Baredes, S., Kelly, S.P. (eds) Litigation in Otolaryngology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-64418-5_17
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