Abstract:
:Self-immolation constitutes a rare form of suicide in developed countries, though it accounts for unique injury characteristics in the burn intensive care unit. The aim of this study was to present the epidemiological and clinical features of patients burned during a suicidal attempt seen in a North Rhine-Westphalia burn intensive care unit (BICU). To address this aim, we undertook a 21-year retrospective study involving patients with thermal injuries admitted to the largest burn unit in Germany. A total of 125 suicide-related burn victims were identified in the study period (9.4%). Comparing the self-immolation group with the rest burn patient cohort, suicide victims were more likely to be single and to act under the influence of alcohol. The suicidal group had a larger extent of burns, higher incidence of inhalation injury, required more surgical procedures, catecholamines, blood transfusions, and a longer BICU stay. Their clinical course was complicated by prolonged intubation period, higher rate of multiple drug-resistant bacteria acquisition and sepsis, leading to a higher mortality rate. Although the proportion of self-immolation victims among all burned patients is not high, the markedly higher severity of their burns and their poorer quality of outcomes makes them an important clinical subgroup for further study.
journal_name
Ann Plast Surgjournal_title
Annals of plastic surgeryauthors
Theodorou P,Phan VT,Weinand C,Maegele M,Maurer CA,Perbix W,Leitsch S,Lefering R,Spilker Gdoi
10.1097/SAP.0b013e3182071f83subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2011-04-01 00:00:00pages
339-43issue
4eissn
0148-7043issn
1536-3708journal_volume
66pub_type
杂志文章abstract::We present the results of a pilot study conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of palatal tomography in patients suspected of having palatal defects not detectable by other methods. Twelve patients were involved in the projects, ranging in age from 3 to 11 years. There were 8 boys and 4 girls. Each patient was evalua...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-197903000-00009
更新日期:1979-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Local fascial flaps independently are a versatile option, reliable when properly designed, and technically simple to execute especially when compared to microsurgical tissue transfers. Although free flaps continue to be the method of choice to repair major distal extremity defects, for smaller wounds it could be prefe...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199704000-00014
更新日期:1997-04-01 00:00:00
abstract::The management of keloids and hypertrophic scars continues to challenge health-care providers. Though both forms of pathologic scarring are distinct entities at the macro and microscopic level, their etiologies and treatment are often similar. Potential treatment approaches are progressing, and combinations of treatme...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e3181afaab0
更新日期:2010-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::This represents the initial report of intestinal revascularization with pedicled omental flaps producing bowel segments that are capable of surviving without their native mesenteric perfusion. In 10 mongrel dogs, a pedicled omental flap supplied by the left gastroepiploic arcade was sutured along a seromuscular incisi...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199412000-00007
更新日期:1994-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Historically, dissection of the temporoparietal fascia immediately above the zygomatic arch has been avoided due to the risk of transection of the temporofrontal rami of the facial nerve. METHODS:A total of 8 fresh cadaveric hemi-faces have been dissected to investigate the relationship of the temporofronta...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e318221b563
更新日期:2012-06-01 00:00:00
abstract:INTRODUCTION:Use of the omentum for poststernotomy mediastinitis is typically viewed as a last resort. Formal debridement and muscle flap coverage is sufficient most of the time; however, there are situations when the omental flap is more appropriate. The purpose of this series is to critically evaluate the outcome in ...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e318054718e
更新日期:2008-02-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Management of posttraumatic large soft tissue defects and bone loss remains a therapeutic and surgical challenge for orthopedic surgeons. We assessed the use of a neurocutaneous flap and the Ilizarov technique in the reconstruction of severe composite defects in the tibia. METHODS:We retrospectively reviewe...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000000921
更新日期:2017-05-01 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
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-198508000-00012
更新日期:1985-08-01 00:00:00
abstract:INTRODUCTION:Calcium gluconate extravasation is a process, which, while not common, occurs more frequently in neonatal intensive care units. The aim of this study is to present a number of cases of calcium gluconate extravasation, which have occurred in our hospital, and to carry out a review of those clinical cases pu...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000001110
更新日期:2017-11-01 00:00:00
abstract::The split-thickness skin graft (STSG) donor sites have been treated with various and plenty of dressing techniques and materials. An ideal STSG donor site dressing should have antibacterial, hemostatic, and promoting epidermal healing properties. We have performed a prospective study to evaluate the effect of the oxid...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/01.sap.0000208945.12083.59
更新日期:2006-07-01 00:00:00
abstract::This short historical vignette gives details of a courageous surgical feat performed by Dr. Theodor Billroth. Long before the advent of modern medical and surgical knowledge, and without the aid of today's advanced medications and instruments, he undertook the first known successful laryngectomy on a human 105 years a...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 传,历史文章,杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-197809000-00015
更新日期:1978-09-01 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
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e318070c6fb
更新日期:2008-04-01 00:00:00
abstract::Extensive wounds of the knee region have previously mandated utilization of a local muscle or free flap to achieve healing. The recent successes of fasciocutaneous flaps in the lower leg region have been extrapolated for use of local, randomly oriented anteromedial or anterolateral knee flaps in addition to previously...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-198910000-00004
更新日期:1989-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::The study of preserved porcine skin was done by using split-thickness skin grafts of pigs weighing approximately 25 to 30 kg. The harvesting of split-thickness skin grafts was performed under aseptic and antiseptic conditions. The povidone-iodine solution and 0.25% acidified sodium hypochlorite solution were used befo...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199304000-00009
更新日期:1993-04-01 00:00:00
abstract::The outcome of adult phalangeal neck fractures caused by saws has not been previously investigated. Over a 15-year period, a total of 36 cases of saw-related injuries resulting in phalangeal neck fractures of the middle phalanx of the finger or the proximal phalanx of the thumb were treated. All injuries were industri...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e31821ee453
更新日期:2012-07-01 00:00:00
abstract::Honey has been applied for medicinal purposes since ancient times. Its antibacterial effects have been established during the past few decades. Still, modern medical practitioners hesitate to apply honey for local treatment of wounds. This may be explained by the expected messiness of such local application. Moreover,...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 临床试验,杂志文章
doi:10.1097/01.SAP.0000032306.44107.C1
更新日期:2003-02-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Traumatic and nontraumatic defects of the distal third of the tibia are challenging in regard to soft tissue coverage. While local, pedicled fasciocutaneous perforator flaps allow adequate coverage, the donor site often requires skin grafting. When a local perforator flap is designed as a 180-degree propelle...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e31803c9b66
更新日期:2007-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::The reconstruction of small and thin defects in the orbital area using vascularized cortex is described herein. This vascularized cortex is taken from the medial supracondyle area of the femur because a small, thin, and flexible bone can be harvested. We have treated 5 patients with orbital bony defects that would hav...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199410000-00001
更新日期:1994-10-01 00:00:00
abstract:INTRODUCTION:Over time, the operative treatment of extra-articular and intra-articular fractures of the first metacarpal base has gained significant importance, and at present, there are many operative strategies available because of the different osteosynthesis procedures in practice today. PURPOSE:In this retrospect...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000001293
更新日期:2018-05-01 00:00:00
abstract:INTRODUCTION:Breast implant selection is multifactorial and must assess risk profiles of the implants. Textured implants are available in an anatomically shaped form and are thought to have lower rates of capsular contracture. However, evidence is mounting that they carry a significantly higher risk of breast implant a...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000001880
更新日期:2019-04-01 00:00:00
abstract::Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy is a hereditary, autosomal dominant, slowly progressive disorder with onset that occurs during middle age. Major symptoms are ptosis and dysphagia resulting primarily from selectively involved levator palpebrae and the pharyngeal muscles. Progressive, usually symmetrical blepharoptos...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-200210000-00015
更新日期:2002-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::Regional node dissection is practiced as a measure of prophylaxis in patients with stage I and II malignant melanoma. Although the drainage pattern of the extremities is obvious, in the head and neck and trunk it may be ambiguous. We have used lymphoscintigraphy to assist in delineating the lymphatic drainage in 22 pa...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-198902000-00011
更新日期:1989-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Thirteen breast reconstructions in 11 patients, averaging 58 years of age, underwent mastectomies. The technique uses a saline implant either totally or partially covered with a human acellular dermal matrix. The mean postoperative follow-up time was 14 months. Ninety percent of the patients were considered high risk;...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/01.sap.0000185460.31188.c1
更新日期:2006-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::Forty-one hemimandible allografts were transplanted in young rabbits immunosuppressed with cyclosporine. The majority of the grafts demonstrated normal wound healing, and growth of hair, bone, and teeth. The mandibular body and the premolars showed significant growth in length. The allografted mandibles functioned suf...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199102000-00006
更新日期:1991-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Full-thickness excision wounds infected with Staphylococcus hyicus, a pig pathogen, or Staphylococcus aureus, a human pathogen, were produced in pigs. The inoculated wounds were kept occluded for 2 days and then exposed and biopsied at intervals for 9 to 12 days. The exposed lesions were edematous and exudative. The S...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-198909000-00004
更新日期:1989-09-01 00:00:00
abstract:INTRODUCTION:The combined approach using both an implant and autologous tissue for breast reconstruction has become more common over the last 10 years. We sought to provide a systematic review and outcomes analysis of this technique. METHODS:We searched PubMed and the Cochrane Library database to identify studies that...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000002085
更新日期:2020-06-01 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
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0000000000000735
更新日期:2016-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::Poland syndrome is the most frequent cause of congenital breast aplasia and hypoplasia. Breast and possible chest wall deformities can be treated with several surgical techniques, including implants, and pedicled or free flaps.We describe the case of a young patient with severe Poland syndrome with amastia, athelia, a...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/SAP.0b013e31829a39b1
更新日期:2015-05-01 00:00:00
abstract::The cutaneous vascular anatomy of the proximal one-half of the dorsum (the thoracic region) and its role in flap design was studied in the rat. The investigation included anatomical dissection, ink injection into the axial artery, and flap harvesting in live animals. Anatomical dissection and india ink injection of th...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199211000-00008
更新日期:1992-11-01 00:00:00
abstract::Surgical errors in the length and orientation of a flap pedicle can result in kinks, twists, or tension on the pedicle vessels. When these errors occur together with the microvascular repairs associated with free flap transfer, thrombosis and flap failure may be the outcome. A model was designed to simulate these even...
journal_title:Annals of plastic surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1097/00000637-199405000-00006
更新日期:1994-05-01 00:00:00