Building surgical capacity in low-resource countries: a qualitative analysis of task shifting from surgeon volunteers' perspectives.

abstract：:Chronic, nonhealing wounds place an enormous burden on both the health care system and patients, with no definitive treatments available. There has been increasing evidence that the microbial composition of wounds may play an important role in wound healing. Culture-independent methods for bacterial detection and anal...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Xu Z,Hsia HC

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hematogenous ostemyelitis is infrequently seen in adults and primary involvement of the hand skeleton is extremely rare. Little has been reported about the foci of hematogenously spread infections. Two cases of hematogenous osteomyelitis of the hand originating from dental maxillary infections were reported. The first...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Germann G,Petracic A,Wittemann M,Raff T

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple, efficient, yet expedient method producing an ideal stent has proved to be highly reliable in over 150 clinical cases. When performed technically correctly, 100% graft take may be anticipated under most grafting circumstances. The method uses Reston (3-M Company, St. Paul, MN), a synthetic urethane foam pad, ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Weiner LJ,Moberg AW

更新日期：1984-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Noma is primarily affecting children in underprivileged countries and results in disfiguring facial defects, loss of mandibular movement, and subsequent social disintegration. Plastic surgery in West Africa traditionally uses pedicled flaps. In large, complex, or central facial defects, though, pedicled flaps are apt ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Giessler GA,Fieger A,Cornelius CP,Schmidt AB

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Volume resuscitation of patients with high-voltage electrical injuries (>1000 V) is a more complex challenge than standard burn resuscitation. High voltages penetrate deep tissues. These deep injuries are not accounted for in resuscitation formulae dependent on percentage of cutaneous burn. Myonecrosis occurring from ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Culnan DM,Farner K,Bitz GH,Capek KD,Tu Y,Jimenez C,Lineaweaver WC

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The growth of vascularized onlay bone (autogenous) transfers on the skulls of 27 newborn New Zealand white rabbits was studied. Freeze-dried bone weight in control newborns and control adults (group 1) was compared with that in experimental adult animals (group 2). In the experimental group, the bone was transferred o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： LaTrenta GS,McCarthy JG,Cutting CB

更新日期：1987-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to assess the accuracy of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in detecting silicone breast implant rupture, and to explore implications of the use of MRI for screening and estimating the prevalence of rupture among asymptomatic women. The study consisted of a meta-analysis of published stu...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Cher DJ,Conwell JA,Mandel JS

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aggressive thinning of the muscle from the pedicle of a gastrocnemius musculocutaneous flap can change the nature of that pedicle radically. Instead of being bulky and causing contour deformity, the pedicle is reduced to a vascular leash that has virtually no effect on contour at all. Radical thinning of this type was...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kroll SS

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：ABSTRACT:The first dorsal metacarpal artery free flap is widely known for its use as a pedicled flap in thumb and hand reconstruction; however, its potential for use as a free flap is less well known. We previously described successful use of the first dorsal metacarpal artery free flap for salvage of a subtotal nasal ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Walton RL,Harris EA

更新日期：2020-08-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Textured silicone expanders are alleged to be less painful in the filling process, to have less capsular contracture, and to stay in position better than smooth silicone expanders. To test these three hypotheses, 6 patients undergoing bilateral simultaneous expander implant placement for breast reconstruction after ma...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

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

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was comprised of 9 diabetic patients with 10 infected foot ulcers, including osteomyelitis in 4 limbs and gangrene in 3 limbs. Adequate debridement of these complicated wounds inevitably resulted in exposure of bones or tendons. All defects were successfully reconstructed with free gracilis muscle flaps cov...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lai CS,Lin SD,Yang CC,Chou CK,Wu SF,Chang CH

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 28-year-old woman underwent bilateral subcutaneous mastectomy and immediate reconstruction with silicone gel-filled prostheses. Three months after surgery, she developed an acute pressure sore on one side, owing to prolonged pressure of the insensitive breast against a hard surface. This complication is presented, t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mendez-Fernandez MA

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report presents a unique, late complication of breast reconstruction surgery. A woman, who underwent left mastectomy and several reconstruction procedures with silicone implants presented with symptomatic enlarged internal mammary lymph nodes on her contralateral side. The nodes, which were suspicious for br...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gil T,Mettanes I,Aman B,Taran A,Shoshani O,Best LA,Naroditsky I,Har-Shai Y

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In this study, we investigated sensory and motor outcomes for different bridging techniques for short nerve gaps. MATERIAL AND METHODS:This study was conducted in the Postdoctoral Department of Burns, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery of our institution from August 2014 to May 2017. All patients with post...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ahmad I,Mir MA,Khan AH

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Various procedures have been described for the management of mandibular condylar head fracture, but a standard treatment is not yet conclusive. This report describes our experience with osteosynthesis of condylar head fracture at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. METHODS:Sixteen patients with unilateral ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lai BR,Liao HT

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A technique used concomitantly with Rethi's incision to reach and treat the secondary nasal tip is described. The technique involves removing the cartilage remnants of both domes and placing a shaped cartilage autograft that is immobilized by sutures. No hypertrophic scarring has been observed in the 546 patients trea...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Juri J,Juri C,Grilli DA,Zeaiter MC,Belmont J

更新日期：1986-04-01 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：:The Asian breast reconstruction patient is usually of lower mean age, lower body mass index (BMI), and has relatively small breasts. This study aimed to investigate the outcome of 1-stage immediate breast reconstruction using saline-filled implants in the Asian patients.Between April 2002 and July 2005, 30 patients un...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wang HY,Ali RS,Chen SC,Chao TC,Cheng MH

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past century, many advancements have been made in peripheral nerve repair, yet these reconstructions still remain a challenge. Although sutures have historically been used for neurorrhaphy, they sometimes fail to provide optimal outcomes. As a result, multiple adhesive compounds are currently being investigat...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chow N,Miears H,Cox C,MacKay B

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Avoidance of complications in tissue expansion requires careful outpatient observation and consistent follow-up-two factors that are difficult to manage in a city hospital-based population. To determine the complication rate of tissue expanders in a given population, the authors reviewed retrospectively 34 tissue expa...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Youm T,Margiotta M,Kasabian A,Karp N

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:When immediate reconstruction is applied to breast conservation therapy (BCT), the benefits extend well beyond the minimization of poor cosmetic results. The purpose of this analysis was to compare literature outcomes between BCT alone and BCT with the oncoplastic approach. METHODS:A meta-analysis was perfo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Losken A,Dugal CS,Styblo TM,Carlson GW

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lipofibromatosis is a slow-growing, childhood soft-tissue neoplasm that is often confused with other conditions. We report a patient with lipofibromatosis causing extremity enlargement at birth. The lesion initially was thought to be a vascular anomaly or lipedema on clinical and MRI examination. When involving the lo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Greene AK,Karnes J,Padua HM,Schmidt BA,Kasser JR,Labow BI

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Scalp defects can be reconstructed either with skin graft, local flaps, free flaps, or tissue expansion. Tissue expanders have been proved to be fruitful in the pediatric population. Scalp expansion has proved to be useful in the reconstruction of posttraumatic and postburn alopecic defects. Selective nerve ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Abo-Zeid MA,Elmaddawy AEA,El-Fahar MH,El-Sabbagh AH

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirteen breast reconstructions in 11 patients, averaging 58 years of age, underwent mastectomies. The technique uses a saline implant either totally or partially covered with a human acellular dermal matrix. The mean postoperative follow-up time was 14 months. Ninety percent of the patients were considered high risk;...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gamboa-Bobadilla GM

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reduction mammaplasty is usually accomplished under general anesthesia, often with an overnight stay. With cost-containment pressures, the ability to perform this surgery in an outpatient setting would have obvious benefits. We present a series of 338 patients who have undergone bilateral reduction mammaplasty over a ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Buenaventura S,Severinac R,Mullis W,Beasley M,Jacobs W,Wood D

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) has gained importance in the management of maxillofacial fractures with life-threating hemorrhage (MFH). However, clinical evidence supporting the use of TAE has not been clearly established in the literature. Therefore, we evaluated the effectiveness of TAE for MF...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Matsumoto S,Akashi T,Hayashida K,Sekine K,Orita T,Funabiki T,Kitano M

更新日期：2018-06-01 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：:Gout is a disease characterized by abnormal metabolism of the uric acid, leading to undesired buildup of monosodium urate crystals affecting mainly the first metatarsal-phalangeal joint of the foot and less commonly other joints or the soft tissues of the body. The prevalence of the disease increases with age, and it ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： IIliev G,Ivanova PP,Nedev P,Popov H

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Apert syndrome is characterized by craniosynostosis, central nervous system anomalies, midface hypoplasia, and syndactyly. Current research has focused on genetic and neurologic correlates. Cognitive assessment has been primarily limited to global intellectual evaluations, which can fail to detect the diverse cognitiv...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Da Costa AC,Savarirayan R,Wrennall JA,Walters I,Gardiner N,Tucker A,Anderson V,Meara JG

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ability to perform abdominal cosmetic surgery in the ambulatory setting provides a more comfortable environment for the patient, ease of scheduling for the physician, and decreased costs. Avoiding the use of general anesthesia allows for quicker recovery, shorter length of hospital stay, and decreased rate of post...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rosenberg MH,Palaia DA,Bonanno PC

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00