Revisiting vascularized muscle flaps for complicated sternal wounds in children.

abstract：:Fibromuscular dysplasia is an uncommon angiopathy that is principally observed in the renal and carotid arteries. Digital ischemia resulting from fibromuscular dysplasia of the forearm arteries is a rare occurrence. This article describes a case of distal radial and ulnar artery fibromuscular dysplasia presenting as p...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Khatri VP,Gaulin JC,Amin AK

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dupuytren's contracture, a benign condition characterized by fibrosis of the palmar and digital fascia, may be a debilitating condition that limits daily function. Several techniques exist for managing symptomatic contractures of the hand related to Dupuytren's. These techniques include the more invasive open fascioto...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mella JR,Guo L,Hung V

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper describes a new method of creating a natural anterior hairline using microsurgical free scalp flaps. This operative method is a one-stage procedure and the new hairline has normal hair density and natural hair direction. The donor flap is raised mainly from the parietooccipital portion of the scalp. The met...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ohmori K

更新日期：1980-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sarcoidosis is a systemic disease of unknown etiology that is characterized by noncaseating granulomatous inflammation of various organs. Isolated nasal cutaneous involvement is very uncommon (0.3%-4.0% of the patients reported) and rarely do sarcoid lesions present as severe nasal deformities and surgical treatment i...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lesavoy MA,Shirvanian VN,Grimes P

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Whereas any contemplation suggesting routinization in a plastic surgery endeavor may engender abhorrence or bespeak heresy, some generalizations are essential at least as a foundation from which a logical divergence may proceed. Such an approach for the selection of preferable local flaps in wound coverage within the ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hallock GG

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This report summarizes our experience in the management of extratemporal facial paralysis with a variety of reconstructive techniques and explores those parameters which are considered to be useful in achieving better outcomes. METHODS:In all, 56 patients with extratemporal facial paralysis were studied. All t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Terzis JK,Anesti K

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Craniofacial surgical techniques have yielded better methods of treating severe craniofacial trauma. In this paper surgical techniques are discussed in principle and specifically presented through case reports. We conclude that the most important factors for successful reconstruction after craniofacial trauma are to d...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lauritzen C,Lilja J,Vällfors B

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple studies have compared the outcome of surgery for cubital tunnel syndrome (CUTS), yet there remains no clear guidelines for treatment. We describe an approach to CUTS that includes tailoring the procedure to the pathology found at surgery. Patients treated surgically were retrospectively reviewed. Following in...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Keith J,Wollstein R

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long-term nipple projection remains the elusive ingredient for measuring the success of a nipple reconstruction. Augmentation of this projection without sacrifice of autogenous donor tissues may be achieved using a polyurethane-coated silicone gel implant affectionately and descriptively called the "gumdrop" nipple. T...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hallock GG

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Microcirculatory changes were monitored in 20 deep inferior epigastric artery perforator (DIEAP) flaps during unilateral breast reconstruction until the seventh postoperative day using laser Doppler perfusion imaging. Measurements were recorded according to the zonal classification by Scheflan and Dinner. The cutaneou...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Tindholdt TT,Saidian S,Pripp AH,Tønseth KA

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 40-year-old man presented with near-complete mid and lower facial destruction from a shotgun blast to the face. His midface was reconstructed with a serratus anterior muscle composite flap employing rib for nasal reconstruction and scapular tip for palate. Surfacing was done with split-thickness skin grafts. A tempo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Thomas WO,Harris CN

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sodium warfarin is one of the most commonly used oral anticoagulants. It is not without complications. A case is presented of a 56-year-old woman on well-regulated sodium warfarin therapy who suffered unexplained necrosis and gangrene of the breast. She underwent total mastectomy for debridement because of the extensi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Manstein CH,Steerman PH,Goldstein J

更新日期：1985-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Current recipient vessels for microvascular breast reconstruction include the internal mammary and the thoracodorsal systems. This review will focus on the advantages of the internal mammary artery and vein and reasons for their preference. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nahabedian M

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lacerations to the extensor mechanism are usually diagnosed clinically. Ultrasound (US) has been a growing diagnostic tool for tendon injuries since the 1990s. To date, there has been no publication establishing the accuracy and reliability of US in the evaluation of extensor mechanism lacerations in the han...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Dezfuli B,Taljanovic MS,Melville DM,Krupinski EA,Sheppard JE

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aims to review the incidence and outcomes for children with superficial spreading melanomas (SSM) using population-based data. METHODS:The Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results database (1974-2009) was analyzed for all patients less than 20 years of age diagnosed with SSM. RESULTS:Overall, 72...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Allan BJ,Ovadia S,Tashiro J,Thaller SR

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hematomas after tissue expander immediate breast reconstruction (TE-IBR) pose a significant challenge during the recovery period. In this study, we aim to evaluate whether hematoma formation leads to subsequent complications and how management can impact final reconstructive goals. METHODS:A single-institut...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rogoff H,Marquez JE,Ghosh K,Jou C,McAuliffe P,Rathi S,Monroig K,Medrano C,Marmor WA,Ferrier A,Kapadia K,Klein G,Huston TL,Ganz J,Dagum AB,Khan S,Bui D

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A technique for reconstruction of the bilateral cleft lip nose is described. The literature for bilateral cleft lip nasal repair and the use of autogenous cartilage grafts is reviewed. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gorney M,Rosenberg HL

更新日期：1979-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article discusses a method of reconstruction of breast crease for correction of postoperative deformities. These deformities are usually the result of implant insertion for the purpose of breast enlargement or reconstruction. The operation is performed by creating a new crease in the appropriate site by suturing ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Massiha H

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to reveal the effect of angiotensin (1-7) on survival of random pattern, nicotinized, ischemic flap model in rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We used female Sprague Dawley rats weighing between 250 and 300 g. The study was performed on 3 groups each of them was consisted of 30 rats (...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Baykan H,Günay GK,Ozyazgan I,Soyuer I

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Plantar hyperkeratosis, such as corns and calluses, is common in older people and associated with pain, mobility impairment, and functional limitations. It usually develops on the palms, knees, or soles of feet, especially under the heels or balls. There are several treatment methods for plantar hyperkerat...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wang CY,Chang CK,Chou CY,Wu CJ,Chu TS,Chiao HY,Chen CY,Chen TM,Tzeng YS

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite many advances in reconstructive techniques, the full-thickness scalp defect remains a difficult problem for the reconstructive surgeon. Patient and disease-specific factors occasionally make reconstruction with a dermal regeneration template (DRT) an attractive option when other methods are less advised. Altho...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Orseck MJ,Trujillo MG Jr,Ritter EF

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:How and why aponeurotic blepharoptosis develops was investigated in terms of the relationship between the levator aponeurosis and Mueller's muscle functioning as the muscle spindle of the levator muscle. A total of 200 consecutive patients with moderate to severe acquired blepharoptosis completed questionnaires regard...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Fujiwara T,Matsuo K,Kondoh S,Yuzuriha S

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complications of miniplates and screws used for maxillofacial fractures were analyzed, and complications were evaluated in relation to fracture site. Motor vehicle accidents were the cause of all fractures in this study. During the last 7 years (1994-2001), noncompressive titanium miniplates and screws were used for s...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Islamoglu K,Coskunfirat OK,Tetik G,Ozgentas HE

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of soft-tissue defects over the Achilles tendon presents specific challenges to the plastic surgeon. Primary closure or local flaps are often not feasible repair options for such wounds, and many of these patients may be poor candidates for free-tissue transfer secondary to their comorbidity. In this case s...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Repta R,Ford R,Hoberman L,Rechner B

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Possessing viscous and elastic rheological properties, skin is viscoelastic. Mechanical creep, defined as the elongation of skin with a constant load over time beyond intrinsic extensibility, has been described as the vehicle harnessed for wound closure with presuturing, intraoperative tissue expansion, skin-stretchin...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wilhelmi BJ,Blackwell SJ,Mancoll JS,Phillips LG

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pain felt during botulinum toxin type-A injections and the troubled and distressed treatment it induces is common and well known for the patient and the doctor applying the treatment. This problem is further intensified on the patients who have needle phobia. The effect of ice application on the treatment zone bef...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sarifakioglu N,Sarifakioglu E

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melanoma excision requires wide margins, leaving large defects. Surgical dogma has taught that definitive reconstruction of melanoma defects be performed after permanent pathology results, with skin grafts favored. However, this results in an open wound and the need for a second operation. The advantages of immediate ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Parrett BM,Kashani-Sabet M,Leong SP,Buncke N,Singer MI

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Burn wound sepsis can be due to exogenous or endogenous bacteria. When rare organisms cause infection, exogenous sources are implicated. This sets into motion hospital infection control team searches, which are both exhausting and harassing to patients and staff. This study examines the skin bacteria present at admiss...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Phillips LG,Heggers JP,Robson MC,Boertman JA,Meltzer T,Smith DJ Jr

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seroma formation is a common postoperative complication in plastic surgery, resulting in notable patient morbidity and expense. In this study the authors investigated the efficacy of a synthetic glutaraldehyde-based tissue adhesive (BioGlue; Cryolife, Inc., Kennesaw, GA) in seroma prevention in the rat mastectomy sero...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Menon NG,Downing S,Goldberg NH,Silverman RP

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of large congenital spinal defects remains a challenge. We present our experience in closure of difficult spinal defects following repair of tethered cord, using paravertebral fascial or myofascial turnover flaps. Between 1996 and 2005, 23 patients were operated using paravertebral turnover flaps for cl...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Arad E,Barnea Y,Gur E,Amir A,Leshem D,Zaretski A,Rochkind S,Beny L,Constantini S,Weiss J

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00