Infection following cranial bone grafting--a need for caution?

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：:Coronoid process hyperplasia (CPH) is an uncommon disorder characterized by an enlarged coronoid process impinging against the posterior aspect of the zygomatic arch. Young male adults are usually affected, presenting with limited mouth opening, which is typically painless and progressive in nature. The diagnosis of t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mavili E,Akyürek M,Kayikçioğlu A

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The injection of liquid silicone for cosmetic augmentation has a history of both legal as well as illicit practice in the United States and worldwide. Recently, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons has launched a public awareness campaign through patient stories and various statements in response to the rise in de...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Leonardi NR,Compoginis JM,Luce EA

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autologous fat is an excellent soft-tissue filler, given its abundance and ease of harvest. Nevertheless, the technique is accompanied by postoperative complications such as fat necrosis, calcification, and sclerotic nodules. These problems directly influence surgical efficacy. Computed tomography or magnetic resonanc...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mu DL,Luan J,Mu L,Xin MQ

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Trauma patients are at high risk for delayed diagnosis of injuries, including those to the hand, with reports in the literature as high as 50%. As a result, patients may have prolonged disability and longer hospital stays with associated increased costs. Our objective was to elucidate risk factors for the delayed diag...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Adkinson JM,Shafqat MS,Eid SM,Miles MG

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study documents that reduction mammoplasty is a procedure with excellent long-term patient satisfaction. This has not been previously well documented. One hundred nine patients after reduction mammoplasty were surveyed by questionnaire. Results of the questionnaire indicated that the majority of patients were ple...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Serletti JM,Reading G,Caldwell E,Wray RC

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The relationship of measures of pressure perception to hand function was evaluated by correlating the results of the Mayo Dexterity Test and a timed object recognition test with the one- and two-point static and moving touch thresholds for the index finger pulp of 44 hands. The Mayo Dexterity Test permits the use of v...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Dellon ES,Keller KM,Moratz V,Dellon AL

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ever since its introduction, the transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap has become the mainstay of autologous breast reconstruction. However, concerns regarding donor site morbidity due to the breach of abdominal wall musculature integrity soon followed. Muscle-sparing techniques, eventually eliminating the mus...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Tessone A,Nava M,Blondeel P,Spano A

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intraoperative navigation is a tool that provides surgeons with real-time, interactive access to their patient's diagnostic imaging studies while in the operating room. This modality allows for anatomic localization and facilitates intraoperative planning and diagnosis. The application of intraoperative navigation to ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Austin RE,Antonyshyn OM

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of malignant cutaneous neoplasm found in man. Rarely, however, is it life-threatening or does it metastasize. A review of the literature revealed 138 cases of metastatic basal cell carcinoma. We describe 3 additional patients with metastatic basal cell carcinoma who were tr...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Smith JM,Irons GB

更新日期：1983-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report illustrates a method of correction for severe hypertrophy of the frontal bone. Accurate preoperative assessment including physical examination, photographs, and radiological studies are necessary. The anterior table of the frontal bone is removed, recontoured, and stabilized to the adjacent bone while...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nahabedian MY,Al-Shunnar B,Manson PN

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is a short clinical report depicting an exceptionally early presentation of radiation-induced angiosarcoma and overview of the literature. This case highlights the need for a high level of clinical suspicion in those patients presenting with unresolving cutaneous skin changes after radiotherapy for breast cancer....

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wei NJJ,Crowley TP,Ragbir M

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The split-thickness skin graft (STSG) donor site dressing has been an inconclusive topic. Each of the Hydrofiber (Aquacel, ConvaTec A Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Deeside, UK) and silver dressings have applied in many types of wound care with favorable outcomes. Our study compared the ionic silver-containing Hydrofib...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lohsiriwat V,Chuangsuwanich A

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical site infection after breast reconstruction is associated with increased length of hospital stay, readmission rates, cost, morbidity, and mortality. Identifying methods to reduce surgical site infection without the use of antibiotics may be beneficial at reducing antimicrobial resistance, reserving the use of ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Strong AL,Wolfe ET,Shank N,Chaffin AE,Jansen DA

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twelve cases of squamous cell carcinoma arising in scars of the skin are analyzed. Correlation of tumor aggressiveness, tumor differentiation, intensity of small lymphocyte infiltration, and nature of adjacent collagen tissue to tumor stroma was investigated. All tumors were predominantly well differentiated. Nine pat...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Visuthikosol V,Boonpucknavig V,Nitiyanant P

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to demonstrate the viability of the transverse circumflex scapular artery perforator flap (TCSAPF) in children with soft tissue defects of the lower limb. METHODS:In an anatomic study, 25 fresh cadavers were injected with lead oxide-gelatin for spiral computed tomography and 3-dimensi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Pang X,Cao Z,Wu P,Tang M,Qin L,Yu F,Zhou Z,Tang J

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare skin disorder of unknown etiology that is believed to be part of the spectrum of neutrophilic dermatoses. Although 25% to 50% of cases are idiopathic, PG is associated with systemic disease in up to 70% of patients, most notably inflammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Momeni A,Satterwhite T,Eggleston JM 3rd

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy and safety of endovenous laser photocoagulation (EVLP) at a wavelength of 810 nm for treating complicated venous insufficiency associated with venous ulcers. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of 110 patients with 180 legs having chronic venou...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lee JS,Hsiao YC,Chang CJ

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Simultaneous breast augmentation and abdominoplasty through a transverse suprapubic incision offers women the opportunity to undergo body restoration with one operation, one anestheitc, one incision, and no scars on or near the breasts. Prompted by the earlier work of Planas [5] and others, we have performed this comb...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Barrett BM Jr,Kelly MV 2nd

更新日期：1980-04-01 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

authors： Pacheco Compaña FJ,Midón Míguez J,de Toro Santos FJ

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Superficial temporal artery (STA) aneurysms are a medical rarity. There are less than 200 patients reported in the literature. The majority of cases are of traumatic etiology and occur in young men. The senior authors reported a case of STA aneurysm in 1978. We now review the literature and report on three additional ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Cheng CA,Southwick EG,Lewis EC 2nd

更新日期：1998-06-01 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:Suboptimal pain management is a common, yet largely unrecognized, problem in the postsurgical patient population. Current treatment protocols heavily rely on opioid use and, though generally effective in providing pain relief, are associated with multiple side effects. The present systematic review aims to o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Roy CF,Azzi AJ,Davison P

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to measure the biomechanical performance for commercially available microsutures, nylon polypropylene, polyester, and polyglactin 910. The biomechanical performance was determined by reproducible, biomechanical parameters that included stiffness, elasticity, resistance to creep, secure kn...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Van Meter BH,Thacker JG,Rodeheaver GT,Edlich RF

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author presents a brief discussion of the causes, extent, and prevention of primarily automobile-related soft tissue maxillofacial injuries. This is followed by a practical approach to their management. Personal preferences relative to armamentarium and techniques that have withstood the test of time are given, to...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Spira M

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a 15-year history of management of multiple recurrent neuromas in a patient with an amputated arm. Various surgical modalities were employed, including burying the nerve ends in muscle and bone. In addition, they also treated successfully one of the neuromas in this patient by capping the transected...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chiu DT,Wu J

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study reviewed the fate of titanium plates used to correct maxillofacial trauma in 76 patients to define risk factors for plate removal. Medical records of 76 consecutive patients at a single institution, over a 10-year period, were retrospectively reviewed. Variables included age, sex, trauma type, diagnosis, fr...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Murthy AS,Lehman JA Jr

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long-term follow-up of free flaps used for skull coverage in this experience has revealed that serious sequela are more likely after muscle-only free flaps. Over the past 2 decades, 8 muscle and 6 composite free flaps have been used in 12 patients. Debulking was the only secondary procedure necessary in 1 composite fl...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hallock GG

更新日期：2004-05-01 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：:Osteroradionecrosis of the mandible is one of the most serious complications of radiotherapy in head and neck cancer. Once osteoradionecrosis of the mandible has been established, conservative therapy is often useless. Two cases of asynchronous bilateral osteoradionecrosis of the mandible are presented. In both cases,...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Shimizu F,Kato A,Taneda H,Masuda D,Sato S,Uehara M,Matsuda K,Kawano K,Takahashi Y,Yamaguchi K,Fujiwara S

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00