The facial distribution of port wine stains on patients presenting for laser treatment.

abstract：:Endoscopic technique has been used in the management of comminuted malar fractures. However, the reported dissection plane is close to the frontal branch of the facial nerve, and paralysis of the frontal muscle is sometimes noted postoperatively. From January 1998 to November 2001, 42 patients underwent endoscopic-ass...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lee SS,Lin SD,Chiu YT,Tsai CC,Lin TM,Chang KP

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Radiation-induced osteosarcoma is a rare complication of radiation therapy for breast cancer. The authors present a 60-year-old patient in whom osteosarcoma of the chest wall developed 5 years after modified radical mastectomy and radiation therapy for breast cancer. One year after resection of the chest osteosarcoma,...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rudman F Jr,Stanec S,Stanec M,Stanec Z,Margaritoni M,Zic R,Milanovic R,Krizanac S,Separović V

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Current approaches for the treatment of gingival exposure are often time- and cost-consuming and/or rather invasive. We previously observed a strong correlation between the presence of gingival excess and midfacial depression and here propose an easy 1-step correction technique as a new strategy to improve g...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wei J,Herrler T,Xu H,Deng N,Li S,Li Q,Dai C

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast deformities following long-lasting complications associated with the use of polyurethane prostheses are encountered with increasing frequency in our practice. Patients with this problem often feel frustrated after a long period of unsuccessful treatment and multiple operations. The anatomopathological bases of ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Berrino P,Franchelli S,Santi P

更新日期：1990-06-01 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：:Venous thromboembolism has become a target for research by the American Society of Plastic Surgery. The current article reviews the steps that plastic surgeons and the American Society of Plastic Surgery have taken for creating guidelines in our field. We summarized the current reported incidences of venous thromboemb...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Clavijo-Alvarez JA,Rubin JP

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite their widespread use, there are no evidence-based guidelines on the management of closed-suction drains or antibiotics in postmastectomy breast reconstruction. The purpose of this study was to assess consensus and variation in postoperative care among plastic surgeons. METHODS:The authors designed a...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Phillips BT,Wang ED,Mirrer J,Lanier ST,Khan SU,Dagum AB,Bui DT

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A cross-facial nerve graft connected to buccal branches of the healthy facial nerve may carry axons destined for the orbicularis oris muscle as well as axons destined for elevators and abductors of the corner of the mouth. If this nerve graft innervates a pedicled or free muscle flap, contractions of the flap or part ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nicolai JP,Robinson PH

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Long-term postoperative splinting plays a role in the prevention of contracture of the grafted skin after a second-stage ear reconstruction. The scar retraction could lead to an unfavorable aesthetic outcome. Splinting could play a role to overcome or prevent the loss of projection and the obliteration of th...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Vercruysse H Jr,Green JIJ,Osman G,Harrison B,Miyagi K,Bulstrode NW

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：ABSTRACT:The era of genetics and precision medicine has been reforming this world. How will plastic surgeons in the field of vascular anomalies conform to the trend? This article systematically reviews the identification of serum biomarkers, risk factors, specific mutations in the angiogenesis-related genes such as GNA...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gu H,Liu H,Cai R,Chen H,Lin X

更新日期：2021-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients, burned at ages 2 and 5, developed scars that required multiple reconstructive operations over a period of several years. Tissue expanders were used as part of their reconstructive procedures. After the expanders were removed, skeletal deformity was encountered in the area underlying the expander in each ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Still JM,Law E,Craft-Coffman B

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Whether postoperative care in the intensive care unit (ICU) is a necessity for patients undergoing head and neck free flap reconstruction remains debatable. In August 2012, our institute initiated a policy to care for these patients in the ICU, opposed to the previous policy of care in the ward. Thus, we use...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chen WC,Hung KS,Chen SH,Shieh SJ,Lee JW,Hsiao JR,Lee YC

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although various methods for reconstruction of burn alopecia have been described in case reports and small case series, a comprehensive comparison of these methods has not been performed. The purpose of this study was to assess the appropriateness of the clinical indications for the various reconstructive methods for ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Jeong SH,Koo SH,Han SK,Kim WK

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Extensive orbital floor and medial wall fractures compared with isolated orbital wall fractures are more likely to require surgical correction because of a higher possibility of complications like diplopia, enophthalmos, or numbness. The unique and complex contours of the orbital anatomy limit th...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yang JR,Liao HT

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The onlay fascia-cartilage graft technique for malar or maxillary projections can be used for recontouring the middle third of the face. Covering onlay grafts with fascia achieves a smoother contour, concealing the edges in addition to obtaining a more natural anatomical look for the face. The technique has provided a...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Guerrerosantos J

更新日期：1987-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Transverse rectus abdominus muscle flaps (TRAM) can result in significant abdominal wall donor-site morbidity. We present our experience with bilateral pedicle TRAM breast reconstruction using a double-layered polypropylene mesh fold over technique to repair the rectus fascia. METHODS:A retrospective stud...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Bharti G,Groves L,Sanger C,Thompson J,David L,Marks M

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A reverse dorsalis pedis flap based on the proximal communicating branch of the dorsalis pedis artery was successfully used to close distal forefoot defects in two patients. The skin paddle was oriented transversely across the ankle crease, allowing for direct closure of the flap donor site. Both patients maintained f...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Smith AA,Arons JA,Reyes R,Hegstad SJ

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a case of an epidermal inclusion cyst found in the deep infratemporal fossa 12 years after the patient sustained blunt trauma to that region. Posttraumatic epidermal inclusion cysts are rare and occur mainly in the fingers, palms, and soles. Introduction of the epidermal elements into the dermis dur...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Acarturk TO,Stofman GM

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite the advances in laser treatment of port wine stains (PWS), re-emergence of these lesions still occurs. We carried out a retrospective audit of all children that received laser treatment of PWS between 1997 and 2000 using the flashlamp-pumped dye laser with a 585-nm wavelength. Out of 110 patients treated, 15 r...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Soueid A,Waters R

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Full-thickness soft tissue defects of the back remain challenging clinical problems for reconstructive surgeons. Among a vast variety of local flap options, perforator-based local flaps gain increasing popularity lately. Because mostly heterogeneous patient cohort comparison of different perforator flaps i...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hernekamp JF,Cordts T,Kremer T,Kneser U

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe here 2 patients with question mark ears in one family. They had the peculiar auricular deformities bilaterally. Both patients had a cleft between the helix and earlobe respectively. The upper portion of the auricle showed marked prominence. The mother also showed notching between the helix and earlobe. The...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Takato T,Takeda H,Kamei M,Uchiyama K

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Free ileocolon flap has become a valid option for restoration of speech after pharyngolaryngectomy. After transfer, deprivation of the trophic intestinal contents and exposure to chronic intermittent airflow could substantially modify the structure of the voice tube, compromising its function. Biopsy specimens from 14...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gharb BB,Rampazzo A,Hsu CT,Bassetto F,Spanio di Spilimbergo S,Chen HC

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Biologic prostheses have emerged to address the limitations of synthetic materials for ventral hernia repairs; however, they lack experimental comparative data. Fifteen swine were randomly assigned to 1 of 3 bioprosthetic groups (DermaMatrix, AlloDerm, and Permacol) after creation of a full thickness ventral fascial d...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Stanwix MG,Nam AJ,Hui-Chou HG,Ferrari JP,Aberman HM,Hawes ML,Keledjian KM,Jones LS,Rodriguez ED

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite intense research, etiologies underlying syndromic craniosynostosis remain poorly understood. While syndrome-related genetic factors have garnered much attention, external forces likely play a large role as well. In contrast to well-defined genetic abnormalities that may be precisely identified and statisticall...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sher S,Cole P,Kaufman Y,Hatef DA,Hollier L

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Xeroderma pigmentosum is a relatively rare systemic disease transmitted through an incomplete sex-linked recessive gene. It is characterized by malignant skin degeneration. One of the most effective treatment choices for the malignant changes is full-face resurfacing with skin grafts. Grafts harvested from areas that ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Aslan G,Karaçal N,Görgü M

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The earlobe plays an important part in the aesthetic appearance of the auricle. Congenital cleft earlobe may vary considerably in severity from a simple notching to extensive tissue deficiency. Most patients with cleft earlobe require surgical correction because of abnormal appearance. In this article, a new...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Qing Y,Cen Y,Xu X,Chen J

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) and lymphadenectomy (LAD) are commonly performed in the staging and care of patients with malignant melanoma. These procedures are accompanied by complications that may result in hospital readmission, negatively affecting patient outcomes and potentially affecting surgical...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ascha M,Ascha MS,Gastman B

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Keloid disease is known to have variable clinical behavior in response to therapy and there is no clinicopathologic classification that predicts such varied behavior. The aim of this study was to study the effect of excision margins and other histopathologic characteristics on keloid prognosis.Seventy-five multiethnic...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Tan KT,Shah N,Pritchard SA,McGrouther DA,Bayat A

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Axillary hyperhidrosis, although not life-threatening, is a troublesome condition which produces a personal and social handicap of great significance to patients for many years before they seek a cure. Treatment has consisted of application of topical antiperspirants, systemic anticholinergic medications, excision and...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Shenaq SM,Spira M,Christ J

更新日期：1987-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the ability of Automated Facial Image Analysis (AFA) to detect changes in facial motion after Botox injections in patients with facial nerve disorders accompanied by abnormal muscle activity. Eight subjects received Botox for oral to ocular synkinesis (n = 6), ocular to oral s...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rogers CR,Schmidt KL,VanSwearingen JM,Cohn JF,Wachtman GS,Manders EK,Deleyiannis FW

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00