Editorial: Exploring precision medicine in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery
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By
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Domenico Tripodi
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Mario Faenza
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Claudio Cannistra
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July 10, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: Investigating the Role of Precision Medicine in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Precision Medicine in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery |
| Key Mechanisms | Anatomical precision, quantitative assessment tools, imaging guidance, and biologically informed decision-making. |
| Target Population | Patients undergoing aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. |
| Care Setting | Surgical disciplines focusing on personalized strategies for surgical planning and management. |
Key Highlights
- Standardisation of techniques enhances safety and reproducibility in aesthetic procedures.
- Digital anthropometry aids in objective outcome assessment and patient engagement.
- Ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia improves safety in perioperative management.
- Biomarkers like BMI and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio inform postoperative management.
- Artificial intelligence supports personalized aesthetic evaluations.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- Utilize anatomical and imaging assessments for personalized surgical planning.
Management
- Incorporate quantitative outcome measures and digital tools in surgical care.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Assess postoperative outcomes using objective metrics and patient-reported outcomes.
Risks
- Consider patient-specific factors such as comorbidities and anatomical variability.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Individuals seeking aesthetic or reconstructive surgery.
Personalized approaches based on anatomical characteristics and biological markers.
Clinical Best Practices
- Adopt imaging-guided techniques for enhanced surgical precision.
- Implement standardised protocols that allow for individual patient adaptation.
- Utilize biomarkers for tailored perioperative management.
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