Correction of lower eyelid ptosis in the anophthalmic orbit: a long-term follow-up.

abstract：:The authors, a plastic surgeon (Dirnberger) and a neurologist (Becker), conducted this study after reading the article by of Bahman Guyuron et al. in the August 2000 issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (106: 429, 2000). Sixty patients were operated on between June of 2001 and June of 2002; postoperative follow...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Dirnberger F,Becker K

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：SUMMARY:Mandibular distraction osteogenesis is an effective tool with which to correct facial asymmetry, restore proper occlusion and, more importantly, create an appropriate airway in the micrognathic infant. As a component of many syndromes, micrognathia can impair feeding and speech development and can obstruct the ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kaufman Y,Cole PD,McKnight A,Hatef DA,Hollier LH

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Identify clinical situations in which hand sonography can result in the detection of partial extensor tendon tears. 2. Identify the limitations of magnetic resonance imaging in diagnosing extensor tendon tears. 3. Understand the vari...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Soni P,Stern CA,Foreman KB,Rockwell WB

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perfusion of rat groin flaps after 10 and 11 hours of complete ischemia with superoxide dismutase, an oxygen free-radical scavenger, significantly improved the survival of these flaps. This finding provides further evidence for the important role that oxygen-derived free radicals play in ischemic injury. The study als...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sagi A,Ferder M,Levens D,Strauch B

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with severe open tibial fractures may have a low rate of reemployment after reconstruction. Sixty-five limb-salvage patients were followed for at least 2 years to determine the factors that influence future employment. The preinjury conditions found to influence reemployment included age less than 40, higher ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Francel TJ

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The hybrid version of the radial forearm free flap provides an alternative method for reconstruction in the head and neck. It is versatile and has certain theoretical and practical advantages, including high-flow venous drainage, long venous pedicle, lymphatic drainage, and the avoidance of venous anastomosis or venou...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： To EW,Wang JC

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microsurgical procedures, although equipment- and labor-intensive, allow efficient treatment of selected soft-tissue, bone, and peripheral nerve defects. The precise surgical skills required and the high equipment and institutional costs have been deterrents to initiating programs in developing countries. Th...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Merrell JC,Tien NV,Son NT,An LN,Sellers D,Russell R,Manktelow R,Wei FC,Orgill DP

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of sepsis on neovascularization in fractures that follows open fractures is important to the understanding of bone and soft-tissue healing. An animal model was designed that mimics the open fracture and the clinical repair of the human, high-energy open fracture. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) mR...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Khodaparast O,Coberly DM,Mathey J,Rohrich RJ,Levin LS,Brown SA

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have achieved functional reconstruction for a bilateral upper alveolar bone, gingival, and palatal defect that has various problems originating from instability of the prosthesis using the fibula osteocutaneous flap with osseointegrated implants. The flap had three bone segments and two skin paddles. The combined b...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nakayama B,Matsuura H,Ishihara O,Hasegawa H,Mataga I,Torii S

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case is reported of bilateral rupture of inflatable implants from a closed capsulotomy, with ingrowth of fibrous tissue through the inflation valves. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Feliberti MC,Arrillaga A,Colon GA

更新日期：1977-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to determine whether the type of capsulectomy, anterior or total, affects the recurrence of capsular contracture around subglandular silicone-gel breast implants. A retrospective analysis was performed of patients who underwent either anterior or total capsulectomy for Baker grade 3 or ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Collis N,Sharpe DT

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The occipitocervicopectoral flap has a local skin pedicle in the occipital region, with the distal portion of the flap in the pectoral region. One disadvantage of the occipitocervicopectoral flap is its limited flap length. To overcome this disadvantage, a perforator supercharging technique was applied to en...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ono S,Chung KC,Takami Y,Chin T,Ogawa R,Gao JH,Hyakusoku H

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this paper, the treatment of a complicated Achilles tendon defect with a composite lateral arm flap with distal design of the skin paddle has been presented. The extended portion of the flap was sufficient to restore adequate contour to the posterior aspect of the ankle, and reinervation showed good protective sens...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Berthe JV,Toussaint D,Coessens BC

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The efficacy of electrical fields in soft-tissue repair is unclear. Materials with a charged surface provide a localized charged environment. We examined the effects of surface-charged particles in wound healing in rats with paired dorsal incisions with one side serving as a control. Tensiometry demonstrated that afte...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mustoe TA,Weber DA,Krukowski M

更新日期：1992-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vascularized composite allotransplantation has the potential for reconstruction of joint defects but requires lifelong immunosuppression, with substantial risks. This study evaluates an alternative, using surgical angiogenesis from implanted autogenous vessels to maintain viability without long-term immunoth...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kremer T,Giessler GA,Friedrich PF,Willems WF,Giusti G,Bishop AT

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As we have gained experience with the extended superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) technique in face lifting, refinements in our procedure have led to increased consistency in results. The important factors that have led to our technical modifications include the following: (1) the significance of the retaini...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stuzin JM,Baker TJ,Baker TM

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skin is the most immunogenic component of a composite tissue allograft. Topical immunotherapy is an attractive therapeutic modality with which to provide local immunosuppression, with minimal systemic toxicity. The present study was performed to investigate the potential of topical tacrolimus to prolong surv...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Solari MG,Washington KM,Sacks JM,Hautz T,Unadkat JV,Horibe EK,Venkataramanan R,Larregina AT,Thomson AW,Lee WPA

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Biplanar oncoplastic surgery represents a novel technique with which to address partial breast reconstruction defects in small to medium sized breasts. Traditional oncoplastic volume displacement techniques may correct contour irregularities but do not address volumetric asymmetries. Volume replacement techn...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nahabedian MY,Patel KM,Kaminsky AJ,Cocilovo C,Miraliakbari R

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This experimental study demonstrates that iontophoresis can be used to transport biologically active gentamicin into auricular cartilage. Fifty female New Zealand White rabbits were divided into three groups: live controls with unburned ears, live animals with burn-injured ears (deep or partial-thickness), and euthani...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kaweski S,Baldwin RC,Wong RK,Manders EK

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was undertaken to understand the control mechanisms differentiating circulation to normal skin and acute skin flaps. The approach was to compare the effects of systemic vasoactive drugs on skin blood flow in rats in acute skin flaps and identical areas of control skin. With this model it was felt that syste...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hendel PM,Lilien DL,Buncke HJ

更新日期：1983-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anatomic boundaries and vascular supply of the subgaleal fascia have been described previously. The thin and malleable subgaleal fascia was selected for difficult reconstructive problems in seven patients. This flap has been based on either the supraorbital or the superficial temporal vascular leash. The subgaleal...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Carstens MH,Greco RJ,Hurwitz DJ,Tolhurst DE

更新日期：1991-04-01 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：: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：:The history and current status of suture techniques to correct a broad or bulbous nasal tip are reviewed. General principles for suture techniques to control tip shape are discussed; they include leaving an approximately 6-mm-wide lateral crus. The algorithm presented includes four sutures, all of which are not necess...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gruber RP,Friedman GD

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to test the efficacy of enriched cell culture medium as a wound dressing. The rationale was to create within the wound space an optimal microenvironment, conducive to cellular proliferation, vascular granulation tissue formation, and epithelialization. This study was performed on various wounds...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lindenbaum ES,Har Shai Y,Ullmann Y,Feitelberg LA,Beach D,Gamliel-Lazarovich A,Hirshowitz B

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Free-tissue transfer in the elderly has received increasing attention in the literature. Existing reports are limited by small samples or inadequate definition of the term elderly. This study reviewed 5 years' experience with free-tissue transfer in a geriatric population (mean age 75 years, range 70 to 83 years). For...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Malata CM,Cooter RD,Batchelor AG,Simpson KH,Browning FS,Kay SP

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Why do some surgeons retire (or not), and perhaps more importantly, when should some surgeons retire? Interviews were conducted with 21 senior plastic surgeons to determine why plastic surgeons choose not to retire. In an effort to answer the second question (When should surgeons retire?), an analogy is constructed be...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Luce EA

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Concerns have been expressed about the oncologic safety of breast reconstruction following mastectomy for breast cancer. This study aimed to evaluate the association of breast reconstruction with breast cancer recurrence, and 5-year survival among breast cancer patients. METHODS:The authors analyzed data fr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Siotos C,Naska A,Bello RJ,Uzosike A,Orfanos P,Euhus DM,Manahan MA,Cooney CM,Lagiou P,Rosson GD

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cephalic index is often used to evaluate sagittal craniosynostosis corrections; however, validation of this measure remains untested. METHODS:A three-part study was designed to (1) determine the normal distribution of cephalic indices in untreated sagittal craniosynostosis; (2) examine index values in t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fearon JA,Ditthakasem K,Herbert M,Kolar J

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00