Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Studies I: Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy01:30

Endoscopic Studies I: Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy

500
Endoscopy is a non-surgical medical technique used to examine a person's internal organs and vessels. This lesson will focus on two types of endoscopic studies: bronchoscopy and thoracoscopy.
Bronchoscopy
Description
Bronchoscopy is a procedure that involves direct visualization of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. A flexible fiber optic or rigid bronchoscope is used to carry out the procedure. The fiber-optic bronchoscope is more frequently used due...
500
Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy01:26

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy

532
Sigmoidoscopy and laparoscopy are distinct medical procedures that enable physicians to internally inspect different parts of the GI tract. Although they serve different purposes, each is essential for diagnosing and, in some cases, treating various medical conditions.
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...
532
Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis01:26

Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis

1.2K
Thoracentesis(Thoracocentesis), commonly known as pleural tap, is a medical procedure where a 22 gauge needle is inserted into the pleural space, the area between the lung and chest wall. This procedure is commonly performed to diagnose or treat various respiratory disorders.
Description
Excess pleural fluid or air may accumulate in some respiratory disorders in the thoracic cavity. To treat pleural effusion, a physician conducts thoracentesis by carefully piercing the chest wall and entering...
1.2K
Endoscopic Procedures III: Video Capsule Endoscopy01:28

Endoscopic Procedures III: Video Capsule Endoscopy

688
Capsule endoscopy, or wireless or video capsule endoscopy, is a diagnostic procedure for examining the entire gastrointestinal tract. Patients swallow a capsule about the size of a vitamin tablet. The capsule is equipped with a transmitter, a battery, an LED light source, and a color video camera to capture images throughout the gastrointestinal tract. This procedure is particularly useful for diagnosing conditions such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, tumors, polyps, ulcers,...
688
Endoscopic Procedures V: ERCP01:26

Endoscopic Procedures V: ERCP

2.6K
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a diagnostic procedure that combines endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat conditions related to the bile ducts, pancreatic ducts, and gallbladder. This procedure is beneficial for identifying and addressing blockages, gallstones, strictures, and tumors within the biliary or pancreatic systems. ERCP is both diagnostic and therapeutic, offering the ability to visualize and treat identified problems in one session.
Patient...
2.6K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Biologic Improvement of Skin: Pathways and Activation of Stem Cells, Growth Factors, and Peptides.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same author

Defensins.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same author

Bioelectric Modulation as a Systems-Level Adjunct to Regenerative Therapies in Facial Plastic Surgery and Hair Restoration.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same author

Nutritional Biologics for Skin and Hair.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same authorSame journal

Healing from Within: Biologics in Facial Plastic Surgery.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same author

Novel Application of a Chimeric Upper Gracilis Free Flap for Facial Reanimation with Reconstruction.

Facial plastic surgery & aesthetic medicine·2026
Same journal

The Natural Healing Force Within Each of Us.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

US Food and Drug Administration and Regulation Issues for Biologics: The Sands Are Shifting.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

Direct Injection of Stem Cells and Differentiated Cells: European Experience and Dubai Perspective.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

A New Frontier of Cosmetic Technology: Modified mRNA for Personalized Applications.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
Same journal

Photobiomodulation and Biological Pathways in Skin Regeneration and Rejuvenation: Light and Biological Activation of Skin Improvement.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 12, 2026

Author Spotlight: Advancing Endoscopic Ossiculoplasty – Techniques, Innovations, and Practical Guidance for Clinical Integration
09:07

Author Spotlight: Advancing Endoscopic Ossiculoplasty – Techniques, Innovations, and Practical Guidance for Clinical Integration

Published on: January 26, 2024

3.3K

Endoscopic Brow Lifting: A 35-Year Experience and Lessons Learned.

Gabrielle Cahill1, Sunder Gidumal1, Vishad Nabili1

  • 1Division of Facial Plastic Surgery, Department of Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
|November 7, 2025
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Endoscopic brow lift surgery repositions the brow by altering muscle balance and reducing forehead wrinkles. This procedure, involving extensive dissection and muscle weakening, achieves stable brow rejuvenation and symmetry.

Keywords:
Brow liftBrow ptosisEndoscopicFacial rejuvenationForeheadplastyUpper face lift

More Related Videos

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis
03:59

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis

Published on: July 8, 2025

482
Single-stage Dynamic Reanimation of the Smile in Irreversible Facial Paralysis by Free Functional Muscle Transfer
19:53

Single-stage Dynamic Reanimation of the Smile in Irreversible Facial Paralysis by Free Functional Muscle Transfer

Published on: March 1, 2015

106.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 12, 2026

Author Spotlight: Advancing Endoscopic Ossiculoplasty – Techniques, Innovations, and Practical Guidance for Clinical Integration
09:07

Author Spotlight: Advancing Endoscopic Ossiculoplasty – Techniques, Innovations, and Practical Guidance for Clinical Integration

Published on: January 26, 2024

3.3K
Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis
03:59

Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis

Published on: July 8, 2025

482
Single-stage Dynamic Reanimation of the Smile in Irreversible Facial Paralysis by Free Functional Muscle Transfer
19:53

Single-stage Dynamic Reanimation of the Smile in Irreversible Facial Paralysis by Free Functional Muscle Transfer

Published on: March 1, 2015

106.4K

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Facial Aesthetics
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

  • The brow-forehead complex is crucial for facial aesthetics and expression.
  • Aging leads to brow ptosis, forehead rhytids, and asymmetry, impacting overall appearance.
  • Surgical interventions aim to restore a youthful and harmonious brow position.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the critical surgical steps for successful endoscopic brow lift.
  • To elucidate the mechanism by which muscle balance is altered for brow elevation.
  • To establish the efficacy of lateral suture fixation for long-term results.

Main Methods:

  • Endoscopic approach for brow elevation and forehead rejuvenation.
  • Wide subperiosteal dissection extending to the zygomatic arch and orbit.
  • Myotomies to weaken brow depressor muscles.
  • Lateral suture fixation for brow stabilization.

Main Results:

  • Successful elevation of the brow position.
  • Reduction in forehead rhytids (wrinkles).
  • Improved symmetry of the brow-forehead complex.
  • Long-term, stable rejuvenation achieved with lateral suture fixation.

Conclusions:

  • Wide subperiosteal dissection is essential for effective endoscopic brow lift.
  • Weakening depressor muscles allows the frontalis muscle to elevate the brow.
  • Lateral suture fixation provides stable, long-lasting results after comprehensive dissection.