Factitious disorders: potential litigation risks for plastic surgeons.

abstract：:A patient with malignant fibrous histiocytoma of the dorsum of the hand, managed with irradiation and wide local excision, is presented. Biopsy technique, the rationale for preoperative irradiation, and the details of extensor tendon reconstruction are discussed. Tendon grafts, rather than transfers, were used to reco...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lohman R,Evans GR

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From 1979 to 1983, 14 patients were treated at the University of Maryland Hospital for injuries sustained as a result of the injection of crushed pentazocine tablets partially dissolved in water into the arterial system of the upper extremity. Eight patients received intraarterial reserpine within 15 hours of the inju...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Stueber K

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rectus abdominis transposition (RAT) flap is a well-accepted alternative to pectoralis muscle flaps for sternal reconstruction after debridement in poststernotomy mediastinitis. Use of this flap based on an intercostal artery pedicle, after division of the ipsilateral internal mammary artery (IMA), is a less-recog...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Jacobs B,Ghersi MM

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The principles and techniques of gene transfer are presented. Common concepts are defined, and the frequently used transfer vectors are described herein. Several gene transfer applications are discussed briefly. Areas of particular interest to the plastic surgeon such as gene transfer to skin and wounds are included. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Slama J,Andree C,Winkler T,Swain WF,Eriksson E

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous flaps from the distal volar forearm are said to be suitable flaps for finger reconstruction. The pliability of the forearm venous flap makes it easy to follow the curvature of the finger contour. The thickness of the flap makes it appropriate as a flap for finger resurfacing. Following the venous network at the...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lin YT,Loh CYY

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The infraorbital region is a unique facial subunit surrounded with several important structures, such as the lower eyelids, oral commissure, ala nasi, and the sideburns. The potential for distortion of these neighboring anatomic landmarks and the absence of natural creases where incisional scars can be camou...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mutaf M,Günal E,Temel M

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence suggesting that adipose tissue is a metabolically active tissue has generated debate on the effects of large-volume liposuction (LVL) on metabolic and cardiovascular health. Given the inconsistency in the literature, the authors performed a systematic review to identify available evidence in order t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sailon AM,Wasserburg JR,Kling RR,Pasick CM,Taub PJ

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Severe motorcycle spoke injuries of the heel lead to Achilles tendon defects, calcaneal tubercle exposure or loss, and overlying soft tissue defects, which are challenging to treat. Given the special physiological and developmental characteristics of children, severe spoke injuries of the heel in children are especial...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： He XQ,Zhu YL,Duan JZ,Xu YQ,Jin T,Yang J,Mei LB,Wang Y

更新日期：2016-12-01 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：:The present article deals with the surgical experience of treating 72 patients for posttraumatic enophthalmos. Patients were divided into the following 4 groups with respect to the type of injury and the time of surgery: Group 1, recent midfacial injuries with orbital floor fractures; Group 2, recent blow-out fracture...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Roncević R,Stajcić Z

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Incisional hernias develop in 2% to 11% of patients who undergo laparotomy. Prosthetic mesh repair provides more strength, tension-free closure, and decreased recurrence rates as compared to primary tissue repairs. Complications-fistula formation, adhesions, skin erosion, and seroma/abscess formation-however, include ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Maman D,Greenwald D,Kreniske J,Royston A,Powers S,Bauer J

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intracompartmental sepsis (IS) is a rare complication in patients with burns. Intracompartmental sepsis presents in patients with inadequate perfusion of intracompartmental tissues and subsequent ischemic necrosis and infection. Contributing factors include high-volume resuscitation, delayed escharotomies, and previou...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chou C,Lee SS,Wang HM,Hsieh TY,Lee HC,Chang CH,Lai CS,Chang KP,Lin SD,Huang SH

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author addresses rippling of the breast in patients with breast implants as a result of breast reconstruction or in cases of primary or secondary breast augmentation. The technique consists of rotating a flap of scar tissue from thicker parts of the breast to the thin, affected areas. The technique is simple both ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Massiha H

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three cases of hereditary lateral cervical fistulas are reported. The patients had lateral cervical fistulas bilaterally and different types of auricular malformations. The mothers of the patients also had lateral cervical fistulas. Moreover, one mother had bilateral microtias and the other mothers bilateral preauricu...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Takato T,Fukuda O

更新日期：1988-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reestablishing anterior rectus fascial integrity remains a clinical challenge after transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap breast reconstruction. The main concerns include herniation and bulging due to abdominal weakness. Mesh-assisted closure of the fascial defect has improved bulging and herniation rat...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Cicilioni O Jr,Araujo G,Mimbs N,Cox MD

更新日期：2012-03-01 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：BACKGROUND:Despite advances in reconstruction techniques, pressure sores continue to present a challenge to the plastic surgeon. The parasacral perforator flap is a reliable flap that preserves the entire contralateral side as a future donor site. On the ipsilateral side, the gluteal muscle itself is preserved and all ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lin CT,Chen SY,Chen SG,Tzeng YS,Chang SC

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Measurement of extremity volume is the most commonly used method for evaluation of lymphedema. However, volumetry would be inappropriate for comparing patients with different physiques, because body-type significantly affects extremity volume. Thus, we cannot evaluate using absolute values. To overcome this ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hattori Y,Hayashi K,Sakamoto S,Doi K

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A muscle perforator flap is a unique form of fasciocutaneous flap whose circulation is derived from musculocutaneous perforators, but without including any muscle. This anatomic relationship intuitively should readily allow the formation of branch-based chimeric or polyflaps consisting of a cutaneous perforator flap a...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hallock GG

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Scalp melanoma is aggressive and has a proclivity for regional metastasis. We hypothesize that subperiosteal scalp melanoma resection reduces in-transit/satellite recurrence, when compared with subgaleal resection. METHODS:We identified patients with intermediate to deep, primary scalp melanoma referred to ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Pannucci CJ,Collar RM,Johnson TM,Bradford CR,Rees RS

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Of the parotid gland tumors, benign pleomorphic adenomas are the most commonly encountered. Although occurring relatively frequently in the general population, it is rare for the surgical community to encounter one that weighs more than a few ounces. The authors report a woman who avoided early surgical intervention a...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Guerriere CN,Goff BJ,Cummings GH,Auber AE

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate third-year medical students' knowledge of and exposure to cleft palate before and after a rotation in plastic surgery. A 26-item questionnaire was administered to 37 students before and after their 12-week rotation that included the evaluation and management of patients with c...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Vallino LD,Brown AS

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The painful, boil-like lesion of furuncular myiasis is a result of the invasion of subcutaneous tissues by larvae of Dermatobia hominis, the human botfly. This arthropod is indigenous to Mexico, and Central and South America, and imported cases to the United States are increasing as travel to these regions continues t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sampson CE,MaGuire J,Eriksson E

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The long-term affects of primary breast augmentation is a topic of controversy. This case report will highlight the long-term outcome in a woman with Ivalon sponge breast implants and the reasons for explantation. The focus of the manuscript will include mammography, capsular contracture, and late hematoma. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nahabedian MY

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nine patients with symptomatic macroglossia, 3 with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, 3 with Down's syndrome, and 3 with lymphatic malformation of the tongue, were evaluated for postoperative improvement following partial glossectomy. Symptoms evaluated were speech intelligibility, oral competence at rest, drooling, and no...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Siddiqui A,Pensler JM

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, the feasibility of Integra acellular collagen used as a vascular carrier in skin flap prefabrication was examined. In all, 20 Sprague--Dawley rats were randomly divided into 3 groups. The saphenous vascular bundle was used as the vascular carrier. In group 1 (n = 8), an arteriovenous fistula was made by...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yan H,Black D,Jones NI,McCraw J,Chen H,Arnold P,Zhang F

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Adhesions are a major cause of complications and need for repeat surgery in the hand and wrist. They are indication for tenolysis and cause prolonged need for therapy and inability to regain full hand motion. Minimizing adhesions in the hand and wrist would greatly improve surgery, by decreasing cost as we...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kohanzadeh S,Lugo L,Long JN

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-five feet (18 patients) plus 2 traumatically amputated feet were used for angiographic analysis of the first metatarsal arteries. The author classified the first (dorsal and plantar) metatarsal arteries into three types: the first dorsal metatarsal artery, dominant type (seen in 17 feet), the first plantar meta...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ohtsuka H

更新日期：1981-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Posttraumatic midface pain secondary to injury of the anterior superior alveolar nerve (ASAN) is characterized as pain localized to the central and lateral incisors, canines, and maxilla. This nerve is susceptible to injury and subsequent formation of neuromas after midface trauma. Surgical intervention requ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Olenczak JB,Hui-Chou HG,Aguila DJ 3rd,Shaeffer CA,Dellon AL,Manson PN

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Attempts to salvage upper and lower extremities have performed more frequently in recent decades, although there are clear cases that cannot be salvaged. The purpose of this retrospective study was to present our experience in using free calcaneus osteocutaneous fillet flap for preserving below-knee amputati...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wu F,Wen G,Chai Y,Han P

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00