The looped square knot: a useful suture method.

abstract：:The study of historical priorities in plastic surgery must be based on established principles in the field instead of mere chronology. Examples of application of these principles to two landmarks in plastic surgery are given. The reader is commended to adhere to these principles in the study of other developments in p...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Freshwater MF

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of the correction of the medial scar depression and diastasis of the pubic hair of the mons veneris in three postpuberal female patients operated on for bladder exstrophy are reported. The reconstructive surgery is carried out using skin expanders. The expanded skin is utilized to create two dermoadipose f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Marconi F,Messina P,Pavanello P,De Castro R

更新日期：1993-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on the 14 free flap transfers we present with full survival, we recommend peroperative magnification angiography of both the recipient and donor sites. In our hands, this type of preoperative assessment seems to increase the margin of safety. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： May JW Jr,Athanasoulis CA,Donelan MB

更新日期：1979-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although surgical release and reconstruction have been used extensively to treat severe postburn knee flexion contractures, the degree of correction is sometimes unsatisfactory, and the procedure is not exempt from significant complications. Based on the principle of slow, gradual external fixation distraction, we hav...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Barquet A,Suero C,Cortés O,López L

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Human Genome Project was launched in 1989 in an effort to sequence the entire span of human DNA. Although coding sequences are important in identifying mutations, the static order of DNA does not explain how a cell or organism may respond to normal and abnormal biological processes. By examining the mRNA content o...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cole J,Isik F

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A microform cleft lip has three major components: (1) a minor defect of the upper vermilion border with loss of the mucocutaneous ridge; (2) a narrow ridge of tissue, resembling an exaggerated philtral column extending to the nostril sill; and (3) a deformity of the nostril. To attain the muscle continuity without an ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cho BC

更新日期：2004-10-01 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：:Based on anatomic, dye injection, and angiography observations since 1984, 72 patients with tissue defects of the foot (due to injury or surgery) have been reconstructed using a reverse-flow posterior tibial artery island flap. In the 72 patients, etiology has included extensive crushing (40 patients), burn scars (10 ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Liu K,Li Z,Lin Y,Cao Y

更新日期：1990-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is a retrospective analysis of neonatal outcome in 32 fetuses diagnosed over a 3 1/2-year period as having cleft lip and palate by ultrasonographic examination. Unilateral versus bilateral complete cleft lip was accurately diagnosed in fetuses after 16 weeks' gestation. Incomplete cleft lip was more easily detect...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Benacerraf BR,Mulliken JB

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite well-established correlation of postmastectomy radiotherapy and surgical complications in breast reconstruction, its impact on patient reported outcomes is less clear. We sought to determine the effect of postmastectomy radiotherapy on patient reported outcomes throughout the breast reconstruction pr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Devulapalli C,Bello RJ,Moin E,Alsobrooks J,Fallas PB,Ohkuma R,Manahan MA,Sacks JM,Cooney CM,Rosson GD

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acellular dermal products play a beneficial role in immediate tissue expander breast reconstruction. They provide improved coverage and support in the lower pole, allowing the pectoralis muscle to drape over most of the expander and maximize lower pole expansion. Tissue incorporation is desired without any adverse aff...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Losken A

更新日期：2009-06-01 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：BACKGROUND:The ptotic breast is surgically rejuvenated through a mastopexy procedure. Recurrent ptosis or other negative changes to the breast shape are not uncommon following mastopexy, as the tissue laxity and skin quality that contributed to ptosis are not surgically corrected. The purpose of this study was to asses...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Adams WP Jr,Moses AC

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complications after a median sternotomy incision, which is used currently in most cardiac and mediastinal surgical procedures, although infrequent, are serious. If sternal dehiscence follows median sternotomy, infection extends to vital underlying structures, exposing the anterior part of the heart and ascending aorta...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tizian C,Borst HG,Berger A

更新日期：1985-11-01 00:00:00

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：:Constriction rings are associated with amniotic band syndrome and most often present in the extremities. Constriction bands of the trunk are rare, and a standard of surgical care remains elusive. Traditional methods of constriction ring excision rely on soft-tissue rearrangement with multiple Z-plasties, but renewed i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Capone AC,Balasundaram N,Caouette-Laberge L,Papay FA,Lucas AR,Seifarth FG,Doumit GD

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three cases of epithelioid sarcoma of the upper extremity are presented. Information regarding 112 previously published cases is reviewed. It is concluded that epithelioid sarcoma must be included in the differential diagnosis of soft-tissue tumors of the extremities. Moreover, the diagnosis of epithelioid sarcoma dem...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hoopes JE,Graham WP 3rd,Shack RB

更新日期：1985-06-01 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:Stable reduction of fractures of the zygomatic complex is essential to avoid long-term aesthetic, sensory, and ocular consequences. Delayed collapse or relapse after reduction of fractures of the zygomatic complex is attributed to muscle forces, when there has been no additional trauma. A number of studies h...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Barry CP,Ryan WJ,Stassen LF

更新日期：2007-02-01 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：:In short, our device allows a surgeon who is harvesting adipose tissue for autologous fat transplantation to immediately, easily, efficiently, and sterilely isolate adipose tissue from the unwanted waste components that are associated with primary liposuction effluent. It does so by "trapping" the fat tissue contained...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Katz AJ,Hedrick MH,Llull R,Futrell JW

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Grafted fat has many attributes of an ideal filler, but the results, like those of any procedure, are technique dependent. Fat grafting remains shrouded in the stigma of variable results experienced by most plastic surgeons when they first graft fat. However, many who originally reported failure eventually report succ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Coleman SR

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cranial particulate bone graft heals inlay calvarial defects and can be harvested as early as infancy. The purpose of this study was to test the hypothesis that particulate bone promotes ossification primarily by osteogenesis. METHODS:Freshly harvested particulate bone, devitalized particulate bone, and hig...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hassanein AH,Arany PR,Couto RA,Clune JE,Glowacki J,Rogers GF,Mulliken JB,Greene AK

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to compare two noninvasive techniques, laser Doppler and optical spectroscopy, for monitoring hemodynamic changes in skin flaps. Animal models for assessing these changes in microvascular free flaps and pedicle flaps were investigated. A 2 x 3-cm free flap model based on the epigastric ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Payette JR,Kohlenberg E,Leonardi L,Pabbies A,Kerr P,Liu KZ,Sowa MG

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main objective of this study was to examine the relationship between specific treatment variables and patient satisfaction with breast reconstruction. A questionnaire was developed that included questions on population demographics and satisfaction with the reconstruction. Of 206 women who completed the questionna...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Andrade WN,Baxter N,Semple JL

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deficiency of the free border of the lip is frequently encountered in secondary cleft lip deformities. The free border of the lip consists of the orbicularis oris marginalis muscle and its overlying subcutaneous tissue, vermilion, and mucosa. The pathology may involve any or all of these components. When there is an a...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chen PK,Noordhoff MS,Chen YR,Bendor-Samuel R

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perforator flap nomenclature continues to evolve, with many classification schemes reported. Each of them focuses on the fascial penetration pattern of perforators, which has no impact on flap perfusion. With the advent of advanced imaging technologies, the subcutaneous course of perforators can be highlight...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rozen WM,Paddle AM,Chubb D,Wilson J,Grinsell D,Ashton MW

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A technique is presented for correction of supratarsal depression in the upper lids of orientals, using silicone bag-gel prostheses. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mutou Y

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs are useful alternatives to narcotics for analgesia. However, concerns remain regarding their safety. The authors evaluated ketorolac use and complications. We hypothesized that no association between ketorolac and morbidity exists in patients undergoing body contouring. M...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kelley BP,Chung KC,Chung TT,Bennett KG,Sacks G,Sears ED,Waljee JF

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Identify the environmental and genetic risk factors in developing nonmelanoma facial skin malignancy. 2. Understand the proper evaluation of a patient presenting with nonmelanoma facial skin malignancy. 3. Outline the various treatme...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Zbar RIS,Canady JW

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00