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Trial over breast implants begins

Published: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 8:18 p.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 8:18 p.m.

A trial is under way for a Raceland patient who claims her Houma-based doctor botched her breast implant surgery, leading to several infections.

Jill Currault, 37, filed the lawsuit against Dr. mark Peters in November 2009. she claims he did not follow proper procedure when he gave her breast implants a few years earlier.

Peters has denied that his actions caused the infections, though a medical-review panel said the plastic surgeon acted negligently while treating Currault.

The trial started Wednesday in Judge Randy Bethancourt’s Houma courtroom. Currault’s attorney, Tracey Rannals Bryan, told the 12-member jury that Currault went back to Peters several times in 2005 and 2006 because of infections in her right breast.

Peters treated the infections via procedures performed in his office instead of on a surgical table in a hospital, Bryan said.

During one procedure, Bryan said Peters took out an implant, cleaned it and put it back in, though the implant’s instructions explicitly said not to do that.

“she had an active infection, and he tried to re-sterilize it and put it back in her body,” Bryan said.

Peters’ attorney, Stewart Niles, disputed Currault’s claims that Peters acted improperly. he said the review panel may have made a hasty decision when it determined Peters was at fault.

Niles added that his client has performed many procedures in a sterilized room in his office without complications. it is cheaper than surgery, he said, which is why many clients opt for it.

Niles also said while Currault contracted an infection, she knew the risks associated with the surgery. the attorney said it is “mere speculation, at best” to say the infections happened because of Peters’ actions.

Bryan said her client’s breast was later fixed by another surgeon.

A specific dollar figure for damages is not named in court papers, but Bryan said Currault seeks a “substantial” amount.

“Her mind is never going to be right after what she has been through,” Currault said.

The trial is scheduled to continue well into next week, as several doctors, relatives and experts are expected to testify.

Staff Writer Eric Heisig can be reached at 857-2202 or eric.heisig@houmatoday.com. Follow him on Twitter@HeisigHCDC.

Trial over breast implants begins

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CONSIDERING PLASTIC SURGERY

Regardless of where you are on life’s journey, we know why you are here right now. whether you are considering plastic surgery, looking for a plastic surgeon, researching plastic surgery procedures, or just plain ready to leap into plastic surgery, you are here because you want to make a change in your life that requires more than just positive thought.

Whatever cosmetic procedure you are currently contemplating, we understand why you are here. You’ve lived with it, tried to accept it, hoped others wouldn’t notice it, and hated several times over before finally reaching your decision to go under the knife and make some physical changes.

Before you proceed any farther, we want to share a few thoughts with you to hopefully enhance your cosmetic surgery experience and create a basically enjoyable transition from the old you to the new you.
THE NEW YOU

First and foremost, no matter what, you are you. you are a unique individual with gifts and talents and weaknesses and faults. you are human, and by the very definition, imperfect. by no means are we suggesting that you have to accept your weaknesses and faults, just as if you had a short temper would we dissuade you from trying to alter that short fuse we are not trying to convince you to reconsider your plastic surgery choice. Rather, we want to help you prepare.

First, it is recommended that every individual considering undergoing plastic surgery for any reason consult a licensed psychologist. this process does two things. one, it eliminates the question of why you want to alter your body. once you can define it satisfactorily for a clinical practitioner, then you have also defined it for yourself. this makes a huge difference when explaining to family and friends your decision, especially when it’s mom’s carbon copy nose you’re trying to change.

Second, it helps prepare you for the changes you can expect to go through should you decide to proceed with reconstructive plastic surgery. regardless of the procedure, you are about to alter a piece of your body that has been with you since birth. however, you are only altering a piece of your body, the person you are will remain the same. a professional can just check in and make sure that you are really internalizing the difference.
THE BASIC FACTS

Rhinoplasties, otherwise known as nose jobs, are among the most common reconstructive plastic surgery procedures performed. The procedure is fairly simple, though not pleasant to talk about. The very basic description of the nose job involves a precise fracturing of the nose, which is then reshaped into place to form a more appropriate nose for the face. Care is taken to be sure nasal passages are not obstructed and finished project is basically taped into place while the fracture heals. when healing is complete, the nose now takes on a different shape.

Nose jobs are considered one of the easiest and reasonably priced reconstructive procedures to have done. They are also among the most popular, aside from accumulated body fat it is one of the body parts that people are most likely to notice. one that is too large is pointed out from the time we are in grade school.

Rhinoplasty has fallen under multiple categories according to the specific procedure required. Nasal augmentation, revision rhinoplasty, nasal surgery, nose surgery, nasal plastic surgery, and secondary rhinoplasty are all various forms of the same procedure. a few, though rarely, fall under partially covered medical insurance claims.

The average age of the nose job recipient is rapidly decreasing. twenty to thirty years ago, nose jobs were the distinction of wealthy women in their early thirties. Today, young ladies are requesting nose jobs instead of cars for their sixteenth birthday. this has some critics up in arms. There are those who proclaim we are teaching young women to resent their bodies in pursuit of perfection and turn to cosmetic surgery instead of self acceptance and self love.

Others argue that a highly unattractive nose is a self esteem prohibitor and that the corrective procedure can enhance a young lady’s self image and boost her self confidence. Again, it is wise to seek some professional opinions when making such a determination for young women lifeplasticsurgery. is a good place to start.

All that said, rhinoplasty in some circumstances can improve breathing problems such as snoring, nasal vocalization and a deviated septum. Nose jobs in those cases can not only improve a person’s physical appearance, but enhance the quality of life as well. often by reconstructing the nasal passages, breathing is made easier for those with barely detectable disfigurements that lead to such associated problems.

Gender is no longer a determining factor for Rhinoplasty. once only a women’s problem, men too have jumped on board the beauty bandwagon and are seeking out qualified plastic surgeons to create for them a better appearance. The age old stigma that only women need to be beautiful is rapidly disappearing and in the last five years, men’s participation in cosmetic reconstructive surgery has increased nearly 60%.

What was once considered vanity surgery, nose jobs are now quite popular among nearly every demographic. Men, women, and teens from lower middle class to high end upper class are seeking out the perfect nose. The face is often the first impression a person presents to the world, and the nose is most often the one body part people are most uncomfortable with, outside of weight gain. Unlike unpleasant feet, an unpleasant nose is impossible to hide.
A BRIEF HISTORY

Rhinoplasty has actually been a legitimate medical procedure since 600 B.C. Originally, the nose job was created to tend to noses that has been disfigured or cut off in retribution for thievery. The nose job was a method of reconstructing one’s life and being able to go back into the world without the stigma of a previous conviction.

Since that time, the nose job has evolved into a well accepted practice of improving one’s looks and self image. Nose jobs have also become much more standardized with better results since its early inception.
THE RIGHT INFORMATION

The nose is a complicated part of the human body, and it does take a skilled surgeon to be able to perform nose jobs while leaving the nose’s function ability intact. The various parts of the nose, whether we enjoy ours or not, carry out specific functions. our nose, of course, helps us breathe. It also plays a part in our ability to taste, sleep, and naturally is vital source of bodily secretions which as unpleasant as it may be is a necessary function of human health.

Nose jobs are a practiced skill. Incisions are generally made inside the rim of the nose to hide any scarring. Most reshaping of the nose during Rhinoplasty can be done from the materials already in the nose, although sometimes it is necessary to use additional parts such as skin or cartilage, depending on the type of Rhinoplasty to be performed. Surgeons typically have used the various parts needed from the patient’s body whenever the need presented itself. however over the past several years the new trend in reconstructive Rhinoplasty involves created pieces from synthetic materials.

The popularity of the nose job has physicians competing for business. a good surgeon should be able to offer his services for a reasonable fee in comparison to comparable doctors. The popularity combined with the routine nature of the procedure now has some physicians offering nose jobs for very low down payments and low monthly payments. While this can be a tempting offer, research any plastic surgeon thoroughly prior to commencing any type of surgery. just because it is considered routine doesn’t mean that any unskilled physician can’t make a mistake. Since rhinoplasty is an elective procedure, most mistakes are not covered under insurance should the need arise to fix them unless, of course the mistake causes significant physical distress. without long and drawn out lawsuits, cosmetic surgery mistakes are costly and often painful to fix. Research your physician well prior to making any commitment to one particular surgeon.

Prior to any reconstructive procedure it is highly recommended that the patient research everything there is to know about the proposed surgery. of course, various resources all have their own motivations, particularly those that are sponsored by plastic surgeon practices and centers. one of the top unbiased information links on the web is a website known as lifeplasticsurgery.

This unbiased forum provides a wide variety on all types of reconstructive plastic surgery, recommended questions to ask a prospective physician, and links to various other resources to guide you in your life altering decision. Rhinoplasty can be an experience that enhances the quality of life and improves the self esteem. however, it is imperative that operations as such are treated with dignity, caution, and tempered with sound reasoning prior to commencement. as you walk down this road of often confusing but exciting options, take care to find the answers that are suitable for you.

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Hunt for ‘frenzied’ thug who knifed woman, 74, as she waited for bus in Chorlton

Police are investigating a ‘random’ knife attack which left a 74-year-old woman in hospital needing plastic surgery.

CCTV pictures of a man wanted in connection with a ‘frenzied’ knife attack on an elderly woman have been released.

The victim was stabbed several times around the body and remains in hospital.

The horrific attack happened in Chorlton at around 10.30am this morning at the bus stop in front of Southern Cemetery on the corner of Arrowfield Road and Winterman Avenue.

The hooded man walked up to the pensioner and stabbed her.

The elderly woman battled to defend herself before the man ran off along Winterman Avenue in the general direction of Princess Road.

Police said due to the ‘frenzied’ nature of the attack the woman had been able to give only a brief description of the man as a white male, with stubble and/or a dirty face wearing a hooded top.

Detective Inspector Lee Price said: “This was a totally unprovoked and random attack on an elderly woman standing at a bus stop.

“We can only imagine what she went through the victim’s mind as she was forced to defend herself from this horrendous assault. I understand this type of incident will cause very real concern in the community, but I want to reassure everyone that incidents like this are rare in south Manchester.

“We are actively pursuing investigative opportunities and additional officers have been dedicated to police the area and reassure the community. I also want to ask if anyone knows someone who arrived home this afternoon either agitated or with blood on his clothes.

“We know he ran off down Winterman Avenue so we believe he could have links to that estate.”

Anyone with information is asked to call south Manchester CID on 0161 856 6152 or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 55

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Norway’s Mass Killer Extremely Narcissistic, Underwent Plastic Surgery

Anders Behring Breivik has undergone plastic surgery several times, according to a childhood friend of his.

Breivik had a nose, forehead and chin job in the US several years ago, the friend told the Norwegian Dagbladet daily.

According to friends of the terrorist, he started taking steroids in his adolescence, which he has also admitted in his manifesto. Breivik is obsessed with his looks, as well as with money and clothes, the manifesto also says.

Friends of the mass killer have described him as pedantic. Some say that he used to claim he was very successful with women, but have never seen him with one.

Breivik himself has confessed in his manifesto that he considers himself too feminine, which he has blamed on having been raised without a father.

According to Svenn Torgersen, a Norwegian expert in clinical psychology, the mass murderer has an “extremely narcissistic” personality.

Behring Breivik, 32, is being held in connection with the bombing in Oslo‘s government district on Friday that killed at least 8 people and shootings that left at least 68 dead at a youth camp on nearby Utoya island the same day.

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Kim Kardashian Begs Brisa Johnson: No Plastic Surgery

Kim Kardashian, 29, has been known to seeming truly care about her fans, and she has once again shown this yesterday, as she practically begged a fan, via her Twitter account, not to have plastic surgery. A woman who wanted to look just like Kim, went by the name of Brisa Johnson on the social media website, Twitter. this person wanted to undergo massive plastic surgery on her entire body to resemble Kim. Kim urged the fan not to do it.

Kim has shown caring for her fans on the reality television show, “Keeping up with the Kardashians”. on one episode, Kim entered a boxing ring, set up by Bruce Jenner as a family charity event. Although this was the last thing Kim wanted to do, and she even backed out several times, she eventually got into the ring to show a fan who sat in a wheelchair that she really cared. the fan was elated and this made Kim feel really good, despite being bruised and sore from fighting. the people who fought against the Kardashians seemed to forget that the event was for charity and were extremely aggressive.

In any event, it has been said that Kim Kardashian has begged Brisa Johnson not to do anything drastic. Kim did this via Twitter, but it was not long after Kim responded to Brisa Johnson’s message, that Johnson’s Twitter and Facebook accounts were deleted. Information about this story was revealed through cached web pages and we are not even sure that Brisa Johnson is a real person.

Brisa Johnson had posted on her Twitter account, “I’m getting head 2 toe plastic surgery nxt week 2 look like @kimkardashian so my husband won’t leave me. he worships her.”

Kim Kardashian has admitted to getting Botox but completely denies that she ever had plastic surgery. Many don’t believe this. however, despite what the truth is about Kim’s own personal plastic surgery, the beautiful model and reality star quickly wrote back to Brisa Johnson.

Kim’s tweet stated, “Pls don’t. Ur husband should love u 4 who u are! Don’t try 2 b someone else. Im sure u are beautiful inside and out! Just as u are. Don’t change yourself for anybody but yourself . . . be happy with who u are! someone will appreciate and adore u just as you are.”

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Kim Kardashian Begs Brisa Johnson: No Plastic Surgery