Dr. Nakfoor studies a wide array of medical conditions that require surgical intervention or rehabilitation. He has researched how supervised exercise programs can benefit cancer patients undergoing treatment, particularly those with glioblastoma. Additionally, he has focused on the impact of facial bipartition surgery for patients with hypertelorbitism (a condition where the eyes are spaced too far apart), which can improve both appearance and vision. In the realm of jaw injuries, he investigates the effectiveness of different surgical techniques for treating jaw fractures. His work also includes the application of artificial intelligence in evaluating the outcomes of facelift surgeries, aiming to enhance patient satisfaction and understanding of surgical results.
Key findings
In a case study of a glioblastoma patient, a 12-week supervised exercise program led to significant improvements in physical health, with the patient walking further in 6 minutes and demonstrating better overall performance.
Post-facial bipartition surgery in patients with craniofacial clefts improved eye alignment, reducing strabismus rates from 88% to 29%. In craniofacial dysostosis patients, strabismus rates dropped from 55% to 14%.
Among 60 patients with mandibular subcondylar fractures, open surgical treatment led to fewer ongoing symptoms (9% compared to 67% in closed treatment) and significantly better overall function.
In facelift surgery studies, patients reported looking about 6.7 years younger after surgery, while AI estimated a reduction of approximately 4.3 years, with high satisfaction scores averaging 75.1 for appearance.
A study on high dose rate interstitial irradiation catheters found an 86% control rate for cancer in women with persistent or recurrent pelvic tumors, with an average survival of about 21 months.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Nakfoor study cancer patients?
Yes, Dr. Nakfoor conducts research on various cancer patients, including those with glioblastoma and pelvic cancers, focusing on treatment outcomes and rehabilitation techniques.
What treatments has Dr. Nakfoor researched for jaw injuries?
He has researched different surgical approaches for mandibular subcondylar fractures, finding that open surgery provides better outcomes than closed treatment.
How effective is facelift surgery according to Dr. Nakfoor's studies?
His studies indicate that facelift surgeries can significantly reduce perceived age, with patients reporting high satisfaction, particularly with more advanced techniques.
Is Dr. Nakfoor's work relevant to patients with eye misalignment?
Yes, his research on facial bipartition surgery shows it effectively reduces eye misalignment, improving both appearance and vision for those with specific craniofacial conditions.
Can exercise help cancer patients during treatment?
Yes, Dr. Nakfoor's research shows that supervised exercise programs can safely improve physical health and quality of life for cancer patients undergoing treatment.
Publications in plain English
Supervised resistance training in an individual with glioblastoma undergoing chemoradiation: a case report.
2026
Frontiers in oncology
Nakfoor B, Fairman CM
Plain English This study looked at a 63-year-old patient with glioblastoma who started a 12-week supervised exercise program while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. The patient attended about 56% of the sessions and showed significant improvements in physical health, including walking further in 6 minutes and better overall physical performance. While some aspects of quality of life improved with exercise, others did not, indicating mixed results.
Who this helps: This research benefits cancer patients undergoing treatment and their healthcare providers by showing that supervised exercise can be safely integrated into their care.
Hypertelorbitism Corrected by Facial Bipartition Improves Exotropia.
2022
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Chen K, Duvvuri P, Gibstein A, Nakfoor B, Fisher M +2 more
Plain English This study looked at how facial bipartition surgery can help people with hypertelorbitism, a condition where the eyes are spaced too far apart, to improve their eye movement and vision. The researchers found that among patients with craniofacial clefts, the distance between the eyes decreased significantly after surgery, and the rate of strabismus (misalignment of the eyes) improved from 88% to 29%. Similarly, for patients with craniofacial dysostosis, strabismus rates dropped from 55% to 14%, showing that surgery not only enhances appearance but also helps with vision issues linked to eye misalignment.
Who this helps: This research benefits patients with hypertelorbitism and their doctors by providing evidence for surgical intervention to improve both aesthetics and eye function.
Facelift Surgery Turns Back the Clock: Artificial Intelligence and Patient Satisfaction Quantitate Value of Procedure Type and Specific Techniques.
2021
Aesthetic surgery journal
Gibstein AR, Chen K, Nakfoor B, Lu SM, Cheng R +2 more
Plain English This study looked at how different facelift procedures affect patients' perceived age and satisfaction with the results one year after surgery. Researchers found that more advanced techniques, like SMAS-ectomy and SMAS-plication, reduced perceived age by around 5.85 and 5.35 years, respectively, compared to just 2.95 years for skin-only facelifts. Additionally, patients who had fat grafting reported higher satisfaction rates, scoring 78.1 compared to 69 for those without it.
Who this helps: This benefits patients considering facelift surgery by providing clearer insights into which techniques might yield better results and higher satisfaction.
Turning Back the Clock: Artificial Intelligence Recognition of Age Reduction after Face-Lift Surgery Correlates with Patient Satisfaction.
2021
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Zhang BH, Chen K, Lu SM, Nakfoor B, Cheng R +4 more
Plain English This study looked at how well artificial intelligence (AI) can recognize the reduction in age appearance after face-lift surgery and how this relates to patient satisfaction. Researchers analyzed before-and-after photos of 50 patients and found that while patients felt they looked about 6.7 years younger after surgery, the AI estimated a reduction of about 4.3 years. Overall, patients reported high satisfaction with their results, with scores averaging 75.1 for facial appearance and 79.0 for the outcome of the surgery.
Who this helps: This benefits patients considering face-lift surgery by providing reliable feedback on expected results and satisfaction.
Plain English This study looked at two different ways to treat subcondylar fractures, which are a type of jaw fracture that affects 25 to 35 percent of jaw injuries. Researchers compared 60 patients who had open surgery to fix the fracture with those who received closed treatment. They found that after treatment, open-surgery patients reported fewer ongoing symptoms (9% vs. 67%), less chin misalignment (0% vs. 40%), a smaller restriction in mouth opening (3mm vs. 5mm), and better overall function (higher scores). Using open treatment with careful techniques leads to better long-term results.
Who this helps: This helps patients with subcondylar fractures seeking effective treatment options.
Surgically (laparotomy/laparoscopy) guided placement of high dose rate interstitial irradiation catheters (LG-HDRT): technique and outcome.
2006
Gynecologic oncology
Orr JW, Dosoretz DD, Mahoney D, Roland PY, Kelly FJ +5 more
Plain English This study looked at a new treatment method for women with persistent or recurring pelvic cancers, using special catheters to deliver high doses of radiation directly to the tumors. Out of 14 women treated, 86% had excellent control of their cancer, with an average survival of about 21 months. This approach not only showed strong results but also had few complications, making it a promising option for many women facing this kind of cancer.
Who this helps: Women with persistent or recurrent pelvic cancers.
Effect of a light-emitting diode on composite polymerization shrinkage and hardness.
2005
Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.]
Nakfoor B, Yaman P, Dennison J, Herrero A
Plain English This study looked at how different types of LED lights affect the shrinking and hardness of dental materials used in fillings. They tested six different LED lights alongside a traditional quartz-tungsten-halogen light. They found that the Zap dual light caused the least shrinkage in one type of material at 2.08%, while the L.E. Demetron I light resulted in the highest hardness for a specific filling, showing a value of 40.65. These findings are important because they inform dentists about which lighting options can create better, more durable fillings with less shrinkage.
Who this helps: Dental patients looking for effective and long-lasting fillings.
Local control of T3 carcinomas after accelerated fractionation: a look at the "gap".
1996
International journal of radiation oncology, biology, physics
Wang CC, Efird J, Nakfoor B, Martins P
Plain English This study looked at how treatment breaks during radiation therapy affect the control of advanced throat cancers. Researchers analyzed data from 162 patients and found that longer treatment gaps of more than 14 days and lower total doses of radiation resulted in worse cancer control. Specifically, male patients were more adversely affected, while women showed better outcomes even with treatment gaps.
Who this helps: This information benefits patients with throat cancer and their doctors by guiding treatment decisions to improve outcomes.