Development of a new documentation system for facial movements as a basis for the international registry for neuromuscular reconstruction in the face.

abstract：BACKGROUND:To plan abdominal perforator-based microsurgical breast reconstruction, duplex ultrasound is often employed to preoperatively identify the location of abdominal wall perforating vessels. Recently, several groups have published the use of computed tomography angiography for preoperative planning in perforator...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Scott JR,Liu D,Said H,Neligan PC,Mathes DW

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prophylactic bilateral mastectomy is an option for women who are at an increased risk of developing breast cancer. Prophylactic mastectomy is often performed with immediate reconstruction (i.e., at the same time and under the same anesthetic as the mastectomy). Satisfaction with reconstruction has been described previ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Metcalfe KA,Semple JL,Narod SA

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Internet was evaluated as a source of information for the layperson on the topic of breast augmentation. Three commonly used search engines (Excite, AOL, and Yahoo) were employed using the term "breast augmentation." These sites were then evaluated by each of three experienced plastic surgeons for their quality an...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gordon JB,Barot LR,Fahey AL,Matthews MS

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the last two decades, virtual reality, haptics, simulators, robotics, and other "advanced technologies" have emerged as important innovations in medical learning and practice. Reports on simulator applications in medicine now appear regularly in the medical, computer science, engineering, and popular literature. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Grunwald T,Krummel T,Sherman R

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A model simulating intraosseous wire fixation was used to assess different methods of securing wire loops. Square knotting, twisting, and a new method, the "knot twist," were assessed. The importance of anchoring the butt ends of twisted wire is emphasized. A new, convenient technique of wire fixation is described. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Green RA,Zins JE

更新日期：1988-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six cases of free toe-to-fingertip neurovascular flaps are presented. The principal advantages of this procedure over rotation island flaps are (1) achievement of better two-point discrimination, (2) an acceptable donor defect, (3) no cortical reorientation is necessary, and (4) there is minimal tension on the nerve. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Buncke HJ,Rose EH

更新日期：1979-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six cases of strawberry hemangioma have been presented in which some form of intervention in tumor progression was indicated. The argon laser was used. All six cases showed loss of surface vascularity. Growth was clearly arrested in four of the six. Premature regression could be definitely claimed in only one. The str...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hobby LW

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There continues to be controversy about performing abdominoplasty concurrently with abdominal liposuction. The concern is that liposuction on the already vascularly compromised abdominal flap will lead to increased complications and flap necrosis. The central abdomen is supplied by the epigastric system. If ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Smith LF,Smith LF Jr

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Auricular pseudocyst is an asymptomatic cystic swelling of the upper portion of the auricle. Various therapeutic approaches have been employed with variable success. We report our results with nine patients treated by needle aspiration and bolstered pressure sutures applied over both aspects of the cyst for 1 week. Tr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ophir D,Marshak G

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulp plasty is a simple procedure that is used to debulk the bulbous-appearing pulp of a transplanted digit after toe-to-hand transplantation. A retrospective review of the effect of pulp plasty on the appearance and function of the debulked digit was conducted of 82 digits on 51 patients. Pulp plasty was performed on...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wei FC,Yim KK

更新日期：1995-09-01 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：:In CD-1 mice, the posterior frontal suture (analogous to the human metopic suture) fuses while all other cranial sutures remain patent. In an in vitro organ culture model, the authors previously demonstrated that posterior frontal sutures explanted immediately before the onset of suture fusion (at 25 days old) mimic i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Song HM,Sahar DE,Fong KD,Nacamuli RP,Fang TD,Mathy JA,Aalami OO,Warren SM,Longaker MT

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical manipulation of skin may result in undesired puckering of excess tissue, which is generally assumed to settle over time. In this article, the authors address the novel question of how this excess tissue remodels. METHODS:Purse-string sutures (6-0 nylon) were placed at the midline dorsum of 22 wild-...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Leavitt T,Hu MS,Zielins ER,Barnes LA,Marshall CD,Wan DC,Lorenz HP,Gurtner GC,Longaker MT

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To examine the effects of single-dose dexamethasone use on edema, ecchymosis, and intraoperative bleeding in rhinoplasty, a double-blind, randomized trial with placebo control was planned. A total of 55 consecutive patients were included in the study. The dexamethasone (10 mg) was given intravenously just before surge...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kara CO,Gökalan I

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to observe bony healing in the hard palate after cleft palate repair and to discuss the factors affecting it. METHODS:Fifty-two patients with repaired cleft palate were examined at least 1 year postoperatively by means of computed tomographic scanning. The incidence of bone reg...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yin N,Ma L,Zhang Z

更新日期：2005-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reduction mammaplasty has both a reconstructive and an aesthetic component. Relief of neck, back, and shoulder pain, as well as psychosocial improvement, is the main indication for intervention. Patient satisfaction is high, with early improvement in most cases. Preoperative planning confirms the anatomical ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Abramson DL,Pap S,Shifteh S,Glasberg SB

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of rapid versus slow tissue expansion on random-pattern skin-flap survival lengths was evaluated in two groups of pigs. Each group (group 1--slow; group 2--rapid) was further evaluated for the effect that delay (A), delay plus expansion (B), expansion only (C), and acute flap elevation (D) had on flap lengt...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Schneider MS,Wyatt DB,Konvolinka CW,Hassanein KM,Hiebert JM

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A modified surgeon's knot is proposed. Tying is based on twisting the throws instead of laying them down flat. The second (granny) throw is snugged against the first in a locking manner. The knot is tied rapidly by needleholder and is particularly useful for skin sutures with monofilament thread. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Meiss L

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intraoperative photography has the potential to raise costs and introduce possible contamination but is essential for documentation in plastic surgery. The authors evaluate their use of a waterproof camera immersed in povidone-iodine for taking intraoperative photographs in an efficient manner. A waterproof camera is ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Purnell CA,Alkureishi LWT,Koranda C,Patel PK

更新日期：2019-03-01 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：: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:This study evaluates the possibility of enhancing the beneficial effect of the delay procedure by using hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and the possibility of lessening the time required for maximal effect of delay procedure. METHODS:Eight male Wistar rats were used in each of 10 groups. The surgical delay metho...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ülkür E,Karagoz H,Ergun O,Celikoz B,Yildiz S,Yildirim S

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five patients with segmental tibial defects whose contralateral fibula could not be used as a donor were treated with ipsilateral island fibular transfer in an antegrade or retrograde fashion. Antegrade-flow pedicled flaps based on the peroneal vessel as in the conventional free flap were used for the proximal or midd...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chung YK,Chung S

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-six nail deformities secondary to ganglions of the distal interphalangeal joint were retrospectively reviewed to assess the important aspects of their management. The patients' ages ranged from 41 to 79 years. The long and index fingers were most commonly involved. A depression or groove was present in 23 of 26...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Brown RE,Zook EG,Russell RC,Kucan JO,Smoot EC

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Over the last 15 years, negative-pressure wound therapy has become commonly used for treatment of a wide variety of complex wounds. There are now several systems marketed, and additional products will be available in the near future. Many clinicians have noted a dramatic response when negative-pressure wound...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Orgill DP,Bayer LR

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors hypothesized that, for obese patients, delayed abdominal-based free flap (rather than implant-based and immediate) breast reconstruction would result in fewer overall complications and reconstruction losses. METHODS:The authors retrospectively analyzed consecutive implant- and abdominal-based fr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Garvey PB,Villa MT,Rozanski AT,Liu J,Robb GL,Beahm EK

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The loss of the blink reflex and the ability to close the eye actively are disabling functional and aesthetic impairments common to patients with facial paralysis. Nonphysiologic (static) management techniques involve implantation of devices in the upper eyelid that mechanically aid eye closure. The most pop...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Terzis JK,Kyere SA

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pigmented villonodular synovitis is a lesion containing giant cells and, because of its tendency to recur, it is easily confused with a malignant process. However, careful review of the histological material will reveal that there is no nuclear atypism or mitotic figures. Also, there have been no reports attributing m...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Miyamoto Y,Tani T,Hamaya K

更新日期：1977-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the fibula free flap is preferred for bony head and neck reconstruction, donor-site morbidity remains a concern. The authors' goal was to evaluate potential risk factors for complications and whether the type of wound closure and timing of postoperative ambulation had an effect on the development of...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Momoh AO,Yu P,Skoracki RJ,Liu S,Feng L,Hanasono MM

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Various operative approaches exist for treatment of trapeziometacarpal joint osteoarthritis. The aim of this study was to compare the results of Lundborg resection arthroplasty with solely autologous fat injection. METHODS:Twenty-one patients with symptomatic osteoarthritis of the trapeziometacarpal joint (...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Erne HC,Cerny MK,Ehrl D,Bauer AT,Schmauss V,Moog P,Broer PN,Loew S,Schmauss D

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00