Use of a silicone bag-gel prosthesis to fill in a supratarsal depression of the upper eyelid.

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：:The pathologic cause of both rare craniofacial clefts and congenital limb ring constrictions is the subject of some debate. Uncommon though these two conditions are, they have often been anecdotally reported in association. This study sought to determine the frequency of congenital limb anomalies in general and limb r...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Coady MS,Moore MH,Wallis K

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In treating extensive burn contractures of the anterior neck, we obtained good results using free flaps. Ninety-nine patients with neck contractures were treated with free flaps. The ages of the patients range from 2 to 64 years. We used 84 free groin flaps, 10 free latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flaps, 2 free delt...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ohkubo E,Kobayashi S,Sekiguchi J,Ohmori K

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The article provides a retrospective review of 25 free-tissue transfers for facial reconstruction on 24 recipient sites in 21 patients. The recipient sites of the face were classified into frontal (4 patients), orbital (2 patients), nasal (2 patients), buccal (11 patients), and oral region (5 patients). The transferre...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yamamoto Y,Minakawa H,Sugihara T,Shintomi Y,Nohira K,Yoshida T,Igawa H,Ohura T

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A thick nostril is a disturbing deformity and one for which surgeons and patients may be reluctant to employ the traditional "piece of pie" skin excisions commonly described. As an alternative in selected circumstances, a method of internally thinning the nostril rim using an alar base groove incision known as alar ri...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Matarasso A

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sixty-three white Leghorn chickens were used in a two-stage tendon grafting into the deep flexor of the third toe. In the first stage, a 4- or 8-week-old pseudosheath was created around the Silastic rod. In the second stage, the grafting was carried out: in 33 birds the new sheath covered the entire tendon graft and i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Farkas LG,Lindsay WK

更新日期：1980-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increased production of oxygen free radicals and infiltration of neutrophils into tissue subjected to ischemia-reperfusion have emphasized that neutrophils play a direct role in the development of injury. The present study was designed to elucidate the effect of FK506, a new immunosuppressive drug, on 11 hours of comp...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cetinkale O,Bilgic L,Bolayirli M,Sengul R,Ayan F,Burcak G

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite advances in breast implant surgery, capsular contracture remains a challenging sequela of reconstructive and cosmetic breast implant surgery. Although there are established modalities for treatment, most recently, acellular dermal matrix products have been suggested to have a role in preventing or diminishing ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Basu CB,Jeffers L

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Contracture of the antecubital fossa is a common occurrence following thermal burn injury to the upper extremity. Scarring of the superficial tissues can be treated with a variety of surgical methods to provide release and coverage. However, complex scarring of the elbow, which involves the deeper structures...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kung TA,Jebson PJL,Cederna PS

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Women are less likely to reach top-level leadership positions, and more likely to leave academic positions, than men, and are likely to earn less money than men. Women are also less likely to initiate a negotiation-a process that is crucial for professional advancement. This reluctance to ask hinders their advancement...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fischer LH,Bajaj AK

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Trapeziectomy with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition is currently the most popular technique for operative treatment of trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis. Based on the evidence, however, it is uncertain whether the addition of ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition to trapeziectomy c...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Li YK,White C,Ignacy TA,Thoma A

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dupuytren's disease is a benign, progressive, fibroproliferative disease, and despite advances in basic science and technology, there remains no cure. To date, open fasciectomy procedures remain the criterion standard for the treatment of Dupuytren's disease despite a significant complication rate and recove...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Morhart M

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conventional free flap monitoring techniques (clinical observation, hand-held Doppler ultrasonography, surface temperature probes, and pinprick testing) are proven methods for monitoring free flaps with an external component. Buried free flaps lack an external component; thus, conventional monitoring is limited to han...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Disa JJ,Cordeiro PG,Hidalgo DA

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When inversion of combined penile and scrotal skin flaps for vaginoplasty in male-to-female transsexuals has become impossible or has not led to functional results, alternative vaginoplasty techniques should be considered. Colocolpopoiesis involves major surgery and often leads to disappointing long-term results. An A...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hage JJ,Karim RB

更新日期：1998-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present our experimental and clinical experiences with the free neurovascular forearm flap. The flap is based on the radial artery, one of the great veins of the forearm (cephalic, basilic, or interconnecting vein), and one or two cutaneous forearm nerves (ulnar, median, or lateral). Because of the standard anatomy...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mühlbauer W,Herndl E,Stock W

更新日期：1982-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After reading this article and watching the accompanying videos, the participant should be able to: 1. Assess patients seeking facial volumization and correlate volume deficiencies anatomically. 2. Identify appropriate fillers based on rheologic properties and anatomical needs. 3. Recognize poor can...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wilson AJ,Taglienti AJ,Chang CS,Low DW,Percec I

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three groups of dogs were studied to compare the bone formation obtained with traditional bone grafting techniques, and that obtained with revascularized periosteum or revascularized bone grafts--all in unstressed bone. Revascularized periosteum did not produce a significant amount of bone in this unstressed model. At...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Puckett CL,Hurvitz JS,Metzler MH,Silver D

更新日期：1979-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: (1) Identify the essential preoperative considerations for patients undergoing blepharoplasty. (2) Describe upper and lower eyelid anatomy and the relevance to blepharoplasty techniques. (3) Discuss a standard approach to upper and lowe...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Drolet BC,Sullivan PK

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prosthetic vascular complications such as exposure and infection represent one of the most challenging and devastating complications in surgery. Nineteen patients underwent a retrospective review of the efficacy of soft-tissue flap coverage in the management of vascular prostheses complications. These patients were di...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Evans GR,Francel TJ,Manson PN

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cartilage grafts are routinely used in secondary and posttraumatic rhinoplasty. However, in most cases, there are weak areas in the nasal bones and upper lateral cartilages. The purpose of this study was to seek a solution for the keystone area and dorsum of the nose in revision and posttraumatic rhinoplasty...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Irmak F,Yazar SK,Sirvan SS,Yazar M,Karsidag S

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Subfascial placement of implants was introduced 3 years ago. Collected data reveal very promising short-term and long-term results in comparison with subglandular and subpectoral positioned implants. The clinical experiences of 69 breast augmentations in the subfascial position are reported. The indications for this t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stoff-Khalili MA,Scholze R,Morgan WR,Metcalf JD

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Correcting facial asymmetry is a difficult problem for plastic surgeons. From 1991 to 1996, the authors treated 53 cases of mandibular angle resection, 13 of which were of patients with an asymmetrical lower face. On the basis of these experiences, the authors highlight two important points in dealing with the asymmet...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lee Y,Kim JH

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nasal deformity in unilateral cleft lip and palate patients increases with time, tongue malposition being one of the causes. Some authors have emphasized the role of nasal and adjacent facial musculature as active extrinsic agents. Another cause of alar deformity can be the lack of a proper foundation because of a max...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bennun RD,Perandones C,Sepliarsky VA,Chantiri SN,Aguirre MI,Dogliotti PL

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied 8 consecutive patients who had reduction mammaplasties to determine their psychological reactions. All 8 experienced pleasure with the operative results and the improvement or disappearance of their physical symptoms. Most described a general increase in self-esteem. In 5 of the 8 patients, however, there w...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Goin MK,Goin JM,Gianini MH

更新日期：1977-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic infections affect 17 million people yearly, and approximately 550,000 people die each year from, or with, their chronic infections. Acute and chornic infection differences are well known to clinicians, but the role of bacteria in producing these clinical differences remains poorly understood. METHOD...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wolcott R,Dowd S

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:None of the paresis scoring systems used satisfies an adequate description of all the details necessary to document the degree of facial paresis before and after any treatment. We developed a new documentation system considering all details of the history of the patient and of the treatment that could have any influen...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Frey M,Jenny A,Giovanoli P,Stüssi E

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The external fixater has proven to be an effective method of providing immobilization in pedicle-flap surgery. In certain instances, when the pedicle will permit some degree of mobility, limited-motion fixation eliminates the common disadvantages of rigid fixation. On this basis, we recommend the use of a ball-joint a...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nappi JF,Drabyn GA

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Amputated rat hindlimbs were subjected to either normothermic (26 degrees C) or hypothermic (4 degrees C) ischemia. Experimental limbs had their microcirculation washed out (either before or after the ischemic insult) with a physiologic acellular plasma substitute previously reported to enhance flap survival following...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rosen HM,Slivjak MJ,McBrearty FX

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A large bony defect of the tibia, covered with thin unstable scar, was repaired successfully with a free osteocutaneous flap composed of 10 cm of the ninth rib with a 9 X 6 cm area of overlying muscle and skin. Microvascular anatomoses were done between the intercostal vessels in the transplant and the anterior tibial...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Buncke HJ,Furnas DW,Gordon L,Achauer BM

更新日期：1977-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report describes a new method of unipolar transfer of the latissimus dorsi for restoration of elbow flexion. The advantages of the technique are that it has superior resting tension compared to other unipolar transfers and provides more extensive soft-tissue coverage at the elbow than other unipolar or bipol...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mordick TG 2nd,Britton EN,Brantigan C

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00