The effect of pentoxifylline on random-pattern skin-flap necrosis induced by nicotine treatment in the rat.

abstract：:Several authors have cited renal disease as a risk factor for free flap failure. The authors performed a retrospective analysis of all patients who underwent free tissue transfer with concomitant renal disease, including acute renal failure, end-stage renal disease, chronic renal insufficiency, and functional kidney t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Moran SL,Salgado CJ,Serletti JM

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thoracoabdominal ectopia cordis is a congenital malposition of the heart and abdominal viscera, which are externally situated, carrying an extremely poor prognosis. We report a case of a complete thoracoabdominal ectopia cordis that had undergone successful coverage over the exposed heart and abdominal contents. A few...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hochberg J,Ardenghy MF,Gustafson RA,Murray GF

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In obtaining human tenocytes for tendon tissue engineering, a low proliferation rate and phenotype loss during passaging is a problem. It was the authors' aim to evaluate the influence of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) on human tenocyte growth and gene expression. METHODS:Human tenocytes were exp...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kraus A,Sattler D,Wehland M,Luetzenberg R,Abuagela N,Infanger M

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A rare case of calcifying epithelioma of Malherbe presenting as a large parotid mass is reported in this paper. Preoperative evaluation and considerations are discussed. An exact diagnosis and definitive treatment in this patient consisted of superficial parotidectomy and histologic study. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Brandner MD,Bunkis J

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Virtual surgical planning and computer-aided design and computer-aided modeling are promising technologies with a growing trend in contemporary head and neck reconstruction. Segmental mandibular reconstruction with the osteoseptocutaneous fibula flap is one of the fields in which these technologies are increasingly us...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Deek NFAL,Wei FC

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Restoration of biomechanical strength following surgical reconstruction of tendon or ligament insertion tears is challenging because these injuries typically heal as fibrous scars. The authors hypothesize that injuries at the tendon-bone interface would benefit from reconstruction with decellularized composi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Farnebo S,Woon CYL,Bronstein JA,Schmitt T,Lindsey DP,Pham H,Castillo AB,Chang J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unilateral coronal synostosis is the common appellation for premature, one-sided fusion of the frontoparietal suture-the most common cause of synostotic frontal plagiocephaly. However, frontal asymmetry can also result from isolated fusion across the anterior cranial base without involvement of the frontoparietal sutu...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rogers GF,Proctor MR,Mulliken JB

更新日期：2002-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In this study, the authors evaluated the long-term results after using anterior segmental osteotomy and distraction osteogenesis for the correction of sagittal maxillary deficiency associated with dental crowding. METHODS:Six young adolescents (four boys and two girls) underwent surgery and distraction at a...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ho CT,Heller F,Lo LJ,Liou EJ,Huang CS,Chen YR

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several randomized controlled trials comparing platelet-rich plasma to standard wound care for chronic wounds have been published. Previous articles have revealed that the role of platelet-rich plasma in promoting chronic wound healing is uncertain. This quantitative meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate w...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Xia Y,Zhao J,Xie J,Lv Y,Cao DS

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small noncoding RNA molecules that regulate gene expression in the progress of proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis. A keloid is considered to be a type of benign tumor. The exact contribution of miRNAs in keloid fibroblasts remains largely unknown. METHODS:Loss and gain of f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Liu Y,Wang X,Yang D,Xiao Z,Chen X

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Midface reanimation in patients with chronic facial paralysis is not always possible with an ipsilateral or contralateral facial nerve innervating a free neuromuscular tissue transfer. Alternate use of nonfacial nerves is occasionally indicated but may potentially result in inadvertent motions. The goal of t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rozen S,Harrison B

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vascularized free flaps are now considered the most appropriate choice for mandible reconstruction because they offer excellent cosmetic and functional results. Various techniques have been proposed. Free fibular flaps have numerous advantages in terms of versatility and contouring. Shaping can be achieved by wedge os...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Guyot L,Richard O,Cheynet F,Sauvant J,Chossegros C,Layoun W,Blanc JL,Gola R

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The α-gal epitope is a carbohydrate antigen that interacts specifically with the natural anti-Gal antibody--the most abundant antibody in humans. Anti-Gal/α-gal epitope interaction activates complement to generate chemotactic factors that induce rapid recruitment of macrophages. The authors hypothesized that...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hurwitz ZM,Ignotz R,Lalikos JF,Galili U

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The orbital blowout fracture is a common facial injury, but full consensus has not been reached regarding its optimal management. The authors retrospectively explored consecutive cases of blowout fractures and proposed new recommendations for treatment. METHODS:Two hundred eight newly registered patients we...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yano H,Nakano M,Anraku K,Suzuki Y,Ishida H,Murakami R,Hirano A

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Protein malnutrition, with reduction of serum albumin from a normal level of 3.3 gm/dl to a 6-week depleted value of 2.1 gm/dl, does not appear to adversely affect the "take" of rat full-thickness skin grafts. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Falcone RE,Ruberg RL

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Just as everyone has a different learning style, teachers too approach the task from different perspectives. There are five basic teaching perspectives or styles: transmission, apprenticeship, developmental, nurturing, and social justice. The acronym BIAS is useful to describe the beliefs, intentions, assessments, and...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cable C,Chong T,Pratt DD

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In difficult reconstructions, ipsilateral or cross-over nerve grafting is sometimes necessary to achieve reinnervation and motor function. This experimental study in sheep was to answer the question of limitation of elongation of a motor nerve by grafting, the question of the optimal time for suturing the nerve graft ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Frey M,Gruber H,Happak W,Girsch W,Gruber I,Koller R

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Biodegradable implants have not been used on a large scale for internal fixation of mandibular fractures because of presumed inferior mechanical properties. This prospective clinical trial was designed to elucidate the stability and biocompatibility of self-reinforced poly-L/D-lactide plates and screws used ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yerit KC,Hainich S,Turhani D,Klug C,Wittwer G,Ockher M,Ploder O,Undt G,Baumann A,Ewers R

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Microvascular transfer of the omentum has several unique advantages for the reconstruction and revascularization of extremity wounds. The omentum provides well-vascularized, malleable tissue for reconstruction of extensive soft-tissue defects and has a long vascular pedicle (35 to 40 cm) with sizable vessels, which re...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Maloney CT Jr,Wages D,Upton J,Lee WP

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients who have undergone upper blepharoplasty occasionally develop anterior lamellar insufficiency, which can result in lagophthalmos, corneal decompensation, and even blindness. Historically, skin grafts in the upper eyelid have been considered a last-resort procedure because of poor cosmetic outcomes. Poor cosmet...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Shorr N,Goldberg RA,McCann JD,Hoenig JA,Li TG

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Weight gain is common in breast cancer patients and increases the risk of recurrence and mortality. The authors assessed the impact of autologous breast reconstruction on body mass index patterns after diagnosis in mastectomy patients. METHODS:Women undergoing therapeutic mastectomy at the authors' institut...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cho EH,Shammas RL,Glener AD,Greenup RA,Hwang ES,Hollenbeck ST

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with palatal clefts are predisposed to developing speech and language abnormalities. Emerging evidence indicates that children with cleft lip and/or cleft palate have higher rates of learning disabilities than the general population and differences in brain morphology. METHODS:Magnetic resonance im...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Becker DB,Coalson RS,Sachanandani NS,Fair D,Lugar HM,Kirchner LE,Schlaggar BL,Kane AA

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A typical case of advanced rhinophyma is reported. Partial excision reduced the size of the nose by two-thirds, leaving a thin layer of dermis. This was covered with silver-impregnated porcine xenograft, which allowed efficient drainage and remained adherent in its initial application for 2 weeks. A total of four appl...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ersek RA,Denton DR

更新日期：1984-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although Tisseel (Baxter, Deerfield, Ill.) was introduced over 30 years ago, the literature remains scant regarding its use and efficacy in peripheral nerve repairs. The goal of this systematic review was to summarize current literature on this topic and discuss differences in clinical outcome between the us...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sameem M,Wood TJ,Bain JR

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diced cartilage grafts are useful for dorsal nasal augmentation; however, long-term resorption usually occurs. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of adipose-derived stem cells on the viability of diced cartilage grafts. METHODS:Twenty Fischer rats were divided into four groups with diced carti...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Orbay H,Tobita M,Hyakusoku H,Mizuno H

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The challenge of the current graduate medical education environment requires in plastic surgery acceptance of those contemporary pressures that cannot be substantially modified and address of those that can be successfully met. To do so implies an examination of conference didactics, intraoperative teaching, and a val...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Luce EA

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between plastic surgery education received through residency in Canadian programs and perceived preparedness for independent clinical practice among recently graduated plastic surgeons. METHODS:All practicing plastic surgeons having graduated from a ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ferron CE,Lemaine V,Leblanc B,Nikolis A,Brutus JP

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An inflatable breast implant having a detachable filling reservoir is described. Once in position, the implant can be filled under controlled conditions postoperatively. The implant functions either as a tissue expander or as a delayed-filling implant in the initial stages of the procedure. Once the desired breast siz...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Becker H

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to investigate the speech results of five different techniques of repair of only the cleft soft palate and also to assess the effect of timing of repair on speech results. A total of 184 patients (73 males, 111 females) underwent either a Dorrance repair (25 patients), a Wardill repair (4...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Grobbelaar AO,Hudson DA,Fernandes DB,Lentin R

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an attempt to decrease a 10 to 15 percent vascular thrombosis rate leading to graft occlusion, low-dose human-grade heparin was studied to determine if carefully monitored intravenous therapy would increase 7-day patency in a known potent thrombosis model. In New Zealand white rabbits, the type of infusate administ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Greenberg BM,Masem M,May JW Jr

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00