Camouflaging hairless areas on the male face by artistic tattoo.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although free flap transfer is commonly performed to reconstruct defects of the upper two-thirds of the face and scalp, the superficial temporal artery and vein have historically not been considered adequate for microsurgical reconstruction and have rarely been described as recipient vessels. The purpose of ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hansen SL,Foster RD,Dosanjh AS,Mathes SJ,Hoffman WY,Leon P

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although various salvage methods have been proposed to treat intraretinal artery hyaluronic acid embolism, their applications are still limited by various factors. The authors investigated the effectiveness of intravenous hyaluronidase with urokinase for resolving retinal artery hyaluronic acid embolism. ME...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chiang C,Zhou S,Chen C,Ho DS,Zhang H,Liu K

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anterolateral thigh flap is a septocutaneous artery flap based on the septocutaneous or muscle perforators of the lateral circumflex femoral system. Little has been reported about the variations in its vascular anatomy and its application for head and neck reconstruction. We report 22 cases in which this flap was ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Koshima I,Fukuda H,Yamamoto H,Moriguchi T,Soeda S,Ohta S

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Combined defects of the skin, larynx, pharynx, and esophagus after central compartment exenteration of the neck can be extremely difficult to reconstruct. The objective of this article is to evaluate reconstruction of the central compartment using a combination of free jejunal transfer for pharyngoesophageal...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： McCarthy CM,Kraus DH,Cordeiro PG

更新日期：2005-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Implant size selection in breast augmentation patients is one of many variables to be determined before surgery. Few methods exist today that allow the patient to participate in this process and accurately determine optimal size. The authors describe a simple method of preoperative sizing using silicone impl...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hidalgo DA,Spector JA

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The control of shoulder-level disarticulation prostheses is significantly more difficult than that of prostheses for more distal amputations. Amputees have significant difficulties coordinating the separate functions of prosthetic shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand/hook components. The user must lock one joint...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hijjawi JB,Kuiken TA,Lipschutz RD,Miller LA,Stubblefield KA,Dumanian GA

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap is frequently used for total breast reconstruction; however, few reports have been available regarding clinical outcome following conservative breast surgery. The aim of this study was to perform a retrospective review on 48 patients undergoing immediate latissimus dors...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Munhoz AM,Montag E,Fels KW,Arruda EG,Sturtz GP,Aldrighi C,Gemperli R,Ferreira MC

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to investigate the correlation between quantitative measures of academic productivity and academic rank among full-time academic plastic surgeons. METHODS:Bibliometric indices were computed for all full-time academic plastic surgeons in the United States. The primary study vari...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Susarla SM,Lopez J,Swanson EW,Miller D,O'Brien-Coon D,Zins JE,Serletti JM,Yaremchuk MJ,Manson PN,Gordon CR

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lymphedema is a common and debilitating condition. Management options for lymphedema are limited and controversial. The purpose of this prospective study was to provide a preliminary analysis of lymphaticovenular bypass for the treatment of upper limb lymphedema in breast cancer patients. METHODS:Twenty pat...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang DW

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of shoulder stability and movement in cases with complete paralysis of the brachial plexus was performed to improve the outcomes for universal function of prehension after double free-muscle transfer (Doi's procedure). In cases in which the C5 or C6 nerve root was available as a donor, neurotization of ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Doi K,Hattori Y,Ikeda K,Dhawan V

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To study radiation effect separate from the microcirculation, fibroblasts were cultured from four patients with radiation wounds. Cells could be grown from irradiated tissue near the ulcer and from control normal tissue, but no cells could be cultured from the ulcers. The ability of radiation-treated fibroblasts to at...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rudolph R,Vande Berg J,Schneider JA,Fisher JC,Poolman WL

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, there have been many new designs in both the surface texture and chemical composition of breast implants that claim reduced constrictive capsular formation. The purpose of this study was to utilize a quantitative method to determine the firmness of capsules formed around saline-filled smooth silicone, textur...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bucky LP,Ehrlich HP,Sohoni S,May JW Jr

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:On the basis of over 100 endoscopic forehead lifts, we present an in-depth view of the current operative technique. The critical components are the following: (1) a subgaleal resection of muscle insertions rather than a subperiosteal approach to muscle origins, (2) a complete periosteal release along the lateral orbit...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Daniel RK,Tirkanits B

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:During breast reconstruction after mastectomy, the long-term deterioration of the projection of neonipples led the authors to modify Thomas's technique in its design and use. METHODS:The results were evaluated after at least 10 months, in 14 patients, by comparative measurement of diameters and projection o...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lebeau J,Lopes TR,Gallodoro A,Raphael B

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tobacco use remains a persistent risk factor in elective plastic surgery. Although nicotine is thought to increase complications, which procedures are affected and the reliability of patient-provided histories remain poorly defined. The authors sought to examine nicotine use and its impact on outcomes. METH...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Coon D,Tuffaha S,Christensen J,Bonawitz SC

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty-nine percent of 54 phenol face peel patients treated rapidly developed some form of cardiac arrhythmia. When half the face was treated on consecutive days, only 22 percent of 100 patients developed cardiac arrhythmias and these were less severe. Serum phenol levels varied from 4.4 to 337.1 mg/L. Neither age, se...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gross BG

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient-reported lower satisfaction with the abdomen preoperatively is a strong predictor of undergoing DIEP flap surgery. The authors evaluated physical well-being of the abdomen before and after flap-based breast reconstruction to determine potential predictors for decreased postoperative abdominal well-be...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stone JP,Bello RJ,Siotos C,Meyer ML,Sebai ME,Payne RM,Manahan MA,Cooney DS,Sacks JM,Broderick KP,Cooney CM,Rosson GD

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author classifies ear deformities into 3 major groups and two sub-groups. The surgical procedures used to correct the deformity in each group are described. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tanzer RC

更新日期：1975-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Review of 101 patients who underwent 111 free jejunal autografts has demonstrated an absolute procedural failure rate of 13.5 percent. Salvage reconstruction with a second jejunum was successful in six of nine patients and one third-time jejunum was successful, giving an overall salvage rate of 70 percent. There were ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Coleman JJ 3rd,Tan KC,Searles JM,Hester TR,Nahai F

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of the study was to investigate the morphologic changes of distraction osteogenesis performed on the mandible in growing minipigs. METHODS:Eighteen piglets were divided into four groups. In group A (n = 6), animals received unilateral osteotomy and the distractor device was activated for 2 weeks...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang HH,Tseng H,Hsieh TM,Huang CY,Chen YH,Hsu CY,Cheng WM,Chen MH,Chen SR,Yao CC

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since its commercial release, Zyderm collagen implant has been used to treat more than 200,000 subjects in the United States for soft-tissue contour defects and more than 250,000 patients internationally (including the United States). Approximately 3 percent of subjects' skin tested with Zyderm collagen experience loc...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： DeLustro F,Smith ST,Sundsmo J,Salem G,Kincaid S,Ellingsworth L

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To date, a paucity of information is available on the optimal management of obstructive sleep apnea in Down syndrome, which may have particularly important implications in this already vulnerable patient population. The objective of this study was to evaluate prospectively the results of a new surgical approach for th...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lefaivre JF,Cohen SR,Burstein FD,Simms C,Scott PH,Montgomery GL,Graham L,Kattos AV

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The goal of the authors' study was to determine whether an autologous tissue flap, when combined with an implant for breast reconstruction, reduces the incidence of implant-related complications in previously irradiated breasts. METHODS:The authors reviewed 1000 consecutive cases of implant-based breast rec...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang DW,Barnea Y,Robb GL

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anterolateral thigh flap is currently the frontline choice for head and neck reconstruction. The authors used a chimeric anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of a through-and-through oropharyngeal defect. Because of the absence of suitable recipient vessels in the proximity of the defect, the authors recrui...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Vanmierlo B,Craggs B,Van Eeckhout G,Zeltzer A,Hamdi M

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radiation therapy is a cornerstone of oncologic treatment. Skin tolerance is often the limiting factor in radiotherapy. To study these issues and create modalities for intervention, the authors developed a novel murine model of cutaneous radiation injury. METHODS:The dorsal skin was isolated using a low-pre...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Thanik VD,Chang CC,Zoumalan RA,Lerman OZ,Allen RJ Jr,Nguyen PD,Warren SM,Coleman SR,Hazen A

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microbotox consists of the injection of microdroplets of botulinum toxin into the dermis to improve the different lower face and neck aging components. No clinical trial has evaluated its effect on the different face and neck components and no study has compared it to the "Nefertiti lift" procedure. METHODS...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Awaida CJ,Jabbour SF,Rayess YA,El Khoury JS,Kechichian EG,Nasr MW

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aneurysmal bone cyst is a rare but recognized osseous lesion of the orbit. We report the presentation, treatment, and postoperative course of an orbital aneurysmal bone cyst in a patient with McCune-Albright syndrome. To our knowledge, this report represents the first description of aneurysmal bone cyst of the orbit i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lucarelli MJ,Bilyk JR,Shore JW,Rubin PA,Yaremchuk MJ

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The microsurgical second toe wrap-around technique is an ideal treatment option for reconstruction of the distal half of the finger with circumferential loss of skin and nail associated with an uninjured proximal interphalangeal joint and an intact insertion of the flexor digitorum superficialis tendon. Follow-up of 1...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wei FC,Chen HC,Chuang DC,Chen S,Noordhoff MS

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the prevalent use of hyaluronic acid-based filling materials for facial soft-tissue augmentation and favorable reports of durability in the infraorbital region, no quantitative data exist on the long-term durability of these products following injection. This study represents the first attempt to use...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Donath AS,Glasgold RA,Meier J,Glasgold MJ

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The dorsalis pedis flap has been used successfully for 20 years, both as a pedicled transfer for local foot reconstruction and as a free microvascular transfer. Proponents cite the reliable vascularity, versatility, ease of harvest, and thinness. Although significant donor-site morbidity has been recognized previously...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Samson MC,Morris SF,Tweed AE

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00