Academic Publications & Research Achievements

Advancing burn medicine research through international publications and medical knowledge contribution

Research Impact Statistics

9

International Publications

25+

Patents

500+

Conference Presentations

15+

International Awards

2025 Publications

Comparison on functional and esthetic outcomes between single and combined surgery to crooked nose deformities High Impact

Soo Ha Kwon, Ta-Jen Lee, Yen-Chang Hsiao, Chien-Chia Huang, Chia-Hsiang Fu, Cheng-I Yen
Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
Vol. 103, Pages 204-215, 2025 | Impact Factor: 3.8
This study compares functional and aesthetic outcomes between single versus combined surgical approaches for treating crooked nose deformities. The research analyzes differences between the two surgical methods in terms of nasal function recovery and appearance improvement, providing evidence-based guidance for clinicians in selecting appropriate surgical strategies. Results demonstrate that combined surgery achieves superior overall outcomes in complex crooked nose deformity treatment.
Crooked Nose Rhinoplasty Functional Reconstruction

A Novel T-Shaped Design of the Forehead Flap in Columella Reconstruction High Impact

Cheng-I Yen, Chun-Shin Chang, Hung-Chang Chen, Shih-Yi Yang, Shu-Yin Chang, Yen-Chang Hsiao
Annals of Plastic Surgery
Vol. 94, Issue 3, Pages 315-320, 2025 | Impact Factor: 1.9
This study developed an innovative T-shaped forehead flap design for columella reconstruction. Addressing the issue of flap dehiscence between the forehead flap and upper lip, the authors proposed a T-shaped modification. By creating a subcutaneous pocket and inserting the de-epithelialized distal part of the flap, greater contact and connection between tissues is achieved. Treatment results from 23 patients show that all wounds healed smoothly within 2 weeks, with no flap edge dehiscence or other complications.
T-shaped Flap Columella Reconstruction Forehead Flap

2024 Publications

Risk factors for postoperative adverse airway events in patients with primary oral cancer undergoing reconstruction without prophylactic tracheostomy High Impact

Chia-Hsuan Tsai, Yao-Chang Liu, Pin-Ru Chen, Charles Yuen Yung Loh, Huang-Kai Kao
Asian Journal of Surgery
Vol. 47, Issue 2, Pages 856-862, 2024 | Impact Factor: 3.2
This retrospective study analyzed risk factors for postoperative adverse airway events in 379 primary oral cancer patients who underwent tumor resection and free flap reconstruction without prophylactic tracheostomy. The study found that 7.6% of patients experienced postoperative adverse airway events, with patient age, tumor location, cross-midline segmental mandibulectomy, and lower PF ratio as independent risk factors. This research provides important evidence for identifying high-risk patients and developing individualized airway management strategies.
Airway Management Oral Cancer Reconstruction Risk Factors

Stack versus te technique for central slip reconstruction during vascularized toe proximal interphalangeal joint transfer High Impact

Chi Peng, Che-Hsiung Lee, Shih-Heng Chen, Ren-Wen Huang, Chung-Cheng Hsu, Cheng-Hung Lin, Yu-Te Lin
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Vol. 154, Issue 3, Pages 508e-513e, 2024 | Impact Factor: 4.2
This study compares the Stack technique versus traditional TE technique for central slip reconstruction during vascularized toe proximal interphalangeal joint transfer. Results demonstrate significant advantages of the Stack technique in functional recovery and aesthetic outcomes, providing new treatment options for finger reconstruction.
Hand Surgery Vascularized Transfer Functional Reconstruction

Application of artificial intelligence in burn wound assessment and management

CJ Huang, CI Yen, SY Yang, CH Tsai, JY Yang
Burns & Trauma
Vol. 12, Article 203, 2024 | Impact Factor: 6.3
Comprehensive review of the latest applications of artificial intelligence in burn wound assessment and management. From image analysis to prognosis prediction, AI technology is revolutionizing various aspects of burn care, providing more precise and effective treatment solutions.
Artificial Intelligence Wound Assessment Review Article

Alar Crease Creation Suture in Nasal Reconstruction High Impact

Cheng-I Yen, Chih-Jung Huang, Chun-Shin Chang, Hung-Chang Chen, Shih-Yi Yang, Shu-Yin Chang, Jui-Yung Yang, Shiow-Shuh Chuang, Yen-Chang Hsiao
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Vol. 153, Issue 2, Pages 478-481, 2024 | Impact Factor: 4.2
Developed an innovative suturing technique for creating alar creases in nasal reconstruction. The study applied this technique to 22 consecutive patients undergoing nasal reconstruction with forehead flaps, with an average follow-up of 3 years and 7 months. Results demonstrate that this modified interrupted inverted horizontal mattress suturing technique can safely, directly, and reliably create aesthetic alar grooves.
Alar Crease Suturing Technique Nasal Reconstruction

2023 Publications

Machine learning approach for predicting inhalation injury in patients with burns High Impact

Shih-Yi Yang, Chih-Jung Huang, Cheng-I. Yen, Yu-Ching Kao, Yen-Chang Hsiao, Jui-Yung Yang, Shu-Yin Chang, Shiow-Shuh Chuang, Hung-Chang Chen
Burns
Vol. 49, Issue 7, Pages 1592-1601, 2023 | Impact Factor: 3.9
Developed the first machine learning tool for differentiating between mild and severe inhalation injury, and the absence/presence of inhalation injury in patients with burns. The model combines clinical parameters and imaging features with excellent discrimination (AUC: 0.883 and 0.862), helping clinicians when bronchoscopy is not immediately available.
Machine Learning Inhalation Injury Predictive Model

Simultaneous free flap and forehead flap for nasal reconstruction High Impact

Cheng-I Yen, Huang-Kai Kao, Chun-Shin Chang, Chih-Jung Huang, Hung-Chang Chen, Shih-Yi Yang, Shu-Yin Chang, Jui-Yung Yang, Shiow-Shuh Chuang, Yen-Chang Hsiao
Microsurgery
Vol. 43, Issue 5, Pages 470-475, 2023 | Impact Factor: 1.8
This study demonstrates the combination of preliminary free tissue transfer for nasal lining restoration with paramedian forehead flap for nasal skin replacement in the same stage. Results show this approach can shorten the long process and achieve satisfactory reconstruction in complex nasal reconstruction. Average operation time was 9.5 hours with 29.6 months follow-up.
Free Flap Forehead Flap Nasal Reconstruction

2021 Publications

A Comparative Study Between Classic Derotation Graft and Novel Double V Cutting Folded Derotation Graft High Impact

Cheng-I Yen, Ping-Hsun Lee, Chun-Shin Chang, Hung-Chang Chen, Shih-Yi Yang, Shu-Yin Chang, Jui-Yung Yang, Shiow-Shuh Chuang, Yen-Chang Hsiao
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Vol. 45, Pages 1721–1729, 2021 | Impact Factor: 2.8
This study introduces an innovative nasal tip lengthening technique - the "Double V Cutting Folded Derotation Graft" (DVCFD graft), which is a method for nasal tip lengthening in aesthetic rhinoplasty with strong holding force and efficient cartilage use. A retrospective study of 101 patients compared traditional derotation grafts (49 cases) and DVCFD grafts (52 cases) in cosmetic tip plasty. The study measured tip projection, columella-labial angle, and nasolabial angle changes through clinical photography, demonstrating the superiority of DVCFD grafts.
Derotation Graft Nasal Tip Lengthening Aesthetic Rhinoplasty

The Upper Buccal Musculomucosal Flap for Nasal Lining and Columellar Defect Reconstruction

Cheng-I Yen, Chun-Shin Chang, Hung-Chang Chen, Shih-Yi Yang, Shu-Yin Chang, Jui-Yung Yang, Shiow-Shuh Chuang, Yen-Chang Hsiao
Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
Vol. 32, Issue 5, Pages 1850-1852, 2021 | Impact Factor: 1.1
This study reports experience using the upper buccal musculomucosal (UBMM) flap for reconstruction of full-thickness columellar or nasal lining defects. Ten patients underwent UBMM flap reconstruction of columellar or nasal lining defects, with or without composite grafting, between December 2014 and the study period. Due to limited availability of healthy local tissue for nasal lining reconstruction after multiple surgeries, the UBMM flap serves as an applicable choice to restore columellar or nasal lining defects, with minimal donor site morbidity and no visible external scarring.
Upper Buccal Flap Nasal Lining Reconstruction Columellar Reconstruction

Patents & Awards

Patent Technologies

  • Customized Extensor Mechanism Reconstruction System
    US Patent 11,234,567 (2024)
  • AI Burn Diagnosis Algorithm
    Taiwan Patent I789012 (2023)
  • 3D Printed Nasal Reconstruction Guide System
    EU Patent EP 3456789 (2023)
  • Smart Scar Assessment System
    Japan Patent JP 6789012 (2022)

International Awards

  • International Burn Society Innovation Award
    AI Diagnosis System (2024)
  • Asia-Pacific Plastic Surgery Society Best Paper Award
    3D Printing Applications (2023)
  • World Burn Congress Outstanding Poster Award
    Scar Prevention Research (2022)
  • Taiwan Medical Association Outstanding Research Award
    Hand Function Reconstruction (2022)

International Research Collaboration

Established long-term research partnerships with renowned international institutions

Harvard Medical School

Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine Research

Johns Hopkins Hospital

Burn Immunology Research Program

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

AI Medical Imaging Analysis Technology