Use of the osteomuscular dorsal scapular flap in the reconstruction of mandibular defects.

abstract：:Parry first described the syndrome of progressive facial atrophy in 1825, followed by Romberg in 1846. The clinical hallmark of the syndrome is atrophy of the facial soft tissues, including fat and muscle as well as underlying bone. Clinicians have classically reserved treatment until the end of the disease process, a...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hunstad JP,Shifrin DA,Kortesis BG

更新日期：2011-10-01 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：:Adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) are a promising new therapeutic modality for several diseases and have been applied to various clinical fields because of their multidifferentiation potential and capacity for growth-factor secretion. Recently, 2 in vivo studies showed ADSCs to have potential applications in lymphede...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Takeda K,Sowa Y,Nishino K,Itoh K,Fushiki S

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sixteen years ago the result of an operation that was performed on a 5-year-old boy with Romberg's disease was described in this journal. Nineteen years have passed since the first operation, and the authors now report the long-term follow-up. The volume of the transferred free groin flaps was maintained. Although the...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wakamatsu K,Harashina T,Nakajima H,Okumoto T

更新日期：1998-12-01 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：:Treatment of patients with infected median sternotomy wounds includes debridement and closure using vascularized tissue, most often the pectoralis major muscle. However, occasionally, surgeons use other flaps to close sternotomy wounds. The purpose of this study is to review 1 center's experience with infected median ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Oh AK,Lechtman AN,Whetzel TP,Stevenson TR

更新日期：2004-04-01 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

authors： Kang DH,Koo SH,Ahn DS,Park SH,Yoon ES

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During a 2-year period, 232 patients with port wine stains presented for laser treatment. They were analyzed for the position of the port wine stain with respect to the right and left ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular divisions of cranial nerve V and the right and left cervical plexus. Fifty-one percent of the fac...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Pickering JW,Walker EP,Butler PH

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report 2 cases of patients with thumb polydactyly that were difficult to classify into either Wassel type VI with a remarkable hypoplastic metacarpal or Wassel type VII (triphalangeal thumb). The radial digit was functional but hypoplastic, and the ulnar digit presented a dominant appearance but no active motion. T...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Iba K,Wada T,Yamashita T

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the techniques of cranial flap fixation (suture, stainless steel wire, and rivetlike titanium clamp) on biomechanics. METHODS:Twenty-four cadaver craniotomy flaps were reattached with either suture, stainless steel wire, or rivetlike titanium clamp. Cranial flap fixation was timed and measured for t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wang YR,Su ZP,Yang SX,Guo BY,Zeng YJ

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Results are presented of the first 10 children treated with a sphincter-type pharyngoplasty for speech defects due to velopharyngeal insufficiency. Seven of these children had cleft palates, 4 of the submucous variety. The operation, modified from one devised by Orticochea, is described in detail and emphasizes the im...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Roberts TM,Brown BS

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the present study was to systematically review and analyze the available evidence on the role of surgery in improving outcomes in patients with migraine headaches. METHODS:An electronic search of PubMed, Scopus, CENTRAL (Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials), and Google Scholar database...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nagori SA,Jose A,Roychoudhury A

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to examine our hypotheses that botulinum toxin A (BoTA) protect necrosis of perforator flap from perforator twisting. METHODS:Twenty-four rats were randomly divided into 2 groups. Twelve International Units of BoTA versus 1.2 mL normal saline was injected subdermally 3 days before...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kim SY,Lee SH,Lee B,Park YJ,Park JH,Lee YS,Rah DK,Park TH

更新日期：2016-08-01 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

abstract：PURPOSE:The use of human acellular dermal matrices (ADM) has become routinely used in implant-based breast surgery. Notwithstanding the many benefits for tissue support, the morbidity associated with its use includes seroma and infection, among other potential complications. Some patients experience a specific complica...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lewis P,Jewell J,Mattison G,Gupta S,Kim H

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To evaluate the management and outcome of acute facial powder burns, 10 patients admitted to a burn center (1980-1985) were reviewed. Facial burns resulted from black gun-powder in 7 and fireworks in 3 patients. Most burns occurred in teenage boys (6) and all but 1 were the result of carelessness on the part of the bu...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Zamboni WA,Eriksson E,Zook EG

更新日期：1987-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The reverse sural artery flap is frequently used for reconstruction of the distal third of the leg, ankle, and heel. The major disadvantage of the flap is compression of the pedicle within the subcutaneous tunnel and venous congestion. Others have cited a decrease in this problem by harvesting a midline cuff of gastro...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Maffi TR,Knoetgen J 3rd,Turner NS,Moran SL

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ameloblastoma is a histologically benign tumor that behaves aggressively because of its tendency to invade local structures, and it has a high probability of local recurrence. If neglected, ameloblastomas can grow substantially over the course of years, reaching the size of giant ameloblastomas. This large size can le...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Moro A,Pelo S,Gasparini G,Saponaro G,Todaro M,Pisano G,DʼAmato G,Doneddu P

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Epicanthus, with its various types, is characterized by an arching fold at the sides of the nose, with a concavity directed laterally. Epicanthus inversus, one of these types, which occurs with varying frequency in all races, is most common among Asians. In epicanthus inversus, the medial canthus is displaced laterall...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Karacaoğlu E,Tezel E,Güler MM

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The buccal mucosa has begun to be used as a free graft in complex hypospadias repair gradually and successfully in recent years. However, there are limited experiences regarding use of the buccal mucosa in adult patients. In this study, the authors describe their experience using buccal mucosal grafts in hypospadias-c...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sahin C,Seyhan T

更新日期：2003-04-01 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：:Pleural space problems after lung resection and persistent air leaks are among the commonest challenges posed to thoracic surgeons. Surgical repair of air leaks are indicated when conventional tube thoracostomy has failed to solve the problem. We would like to propose the novel application of the combined latissimus d...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Woo E,Tan BK,Lim CH

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In our previous study, we used cross finger fascial flap combined with split-thickness toe nail bed graft to reconstruct large area defect of the nail bed with distal phalanx exposure. Fingertip avulsions are common injuries to the upper extremity and cause a great deal of distress for patients. Replantation...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yang J,Yu C,Jia X

更新日期：2019-12-01 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：:A primate model to test the effects of triamcinolone acetonide on reinnervation after neurorrhaphy was developed. Reinnervation was assessed in triamcinolone- and placebo-treated nerves. Twelve months after neurorrhaphy, nerves treated with triamcinolone had a faster conduction velocity; a greater amplitude in the evo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Graham WP 3rd,Davis TS,Miller SH,Rusenas I

更新日期：1982-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A review of the literature confirms that the brown recluse spider bite is a common and sometimes serious clinical entity. Local and systemic manifestations are extremely variable, thus complicating management of the bite. Pathophysiological studies in laboratory animals yield conflicting results and therapeutic recomm...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Young VL,Pin P

更新日期：1988-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Massive localized lymphedema (MLL) is rare, but as the prevalence of obesity in adults rises, it can be foreseen that cases will increase in prevalence. These patients are unable to ambulate and have uncontrollable rash and skin breakdown. Operative management for MLL is offered when nonsurgical measures are ineffecti...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Moore E,Vasconez H,Wong L

更新日期：2018-07-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Autologous free flaps are the criterion standard for reconstructions of complex soft tissue defects; however, they are limited by donor-site morbidities. The arteriovenous (AV) loop model enables the generation of soft tissue constructs based on acellular dermal matrices with a functional microvasculature ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Schmidt VJ,Wietbrock JO,Leibig N,Gloe T,Henn D,Hernekamp JF,Harhaus L,Kneser U

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We analyzed the complications in a series of 126 fasciocutaneous flaps. The overall complication rate was 40%, which included both early and late complications. The early complications were divided into major and minor groups. The main avoidable causes of major complications were poor design; the presence of orthopedi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Dickson WA,Dickson MG,Roberts AH

更新日期：1987-09-01 00:00:00