Speech results of the Zürich approach in the treatment of unilateral cleft lip and palate.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors studied residency applicant attitudes toward rank list creation, communication with programs, and the impact of these factors on their performance in the Match. METHODS:An anonymous, 26-question, multiple-choice, online survey was distributed to the program coordinators of every Accreditation Co...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nagarkar PA,Janis JE

更新日期：2013-09-01 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：BACKGROUND:Outcomes for a continuously applied alveolar bone grafting protocol, established in 1982, are reported and compared to previously published outcomes from the authors' unit and elsewhere. METHODS:A descriptive, retrospective cohort study of alveolar bone grafting outcomes at a tertiary referral cleft center ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Keribin P,Nicholls W,Walters M,Tan A,McAlpine M,Gillett D

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of mesh materials for reinforcement of the abdominal wall has revolutionized the approaches to hernia repair. Whether it's a permanent, synthetic mesh, a biologically derived collagen graft, or a synthetic, bioresorbable construct, data demonstrate improved outcomes with respect to recurrence with their use. N...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cobb WS

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The recent report of a transforming growth factor-beta 3 (TGF-beta 3) knock-out mouse in which 100 percent of the homozygous pups have cleft palate raised the question as to the potential usefulness of these animals as a model for cleft palate research. The specific aim in this study was to carefully document the anat...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Koo SH,Cunningham MC,Arabshahi B,Gruss JS,Grant JH 3rd

更新日期：2001-09-15 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:Perception of beauty is influenced by geographic, ethnic, cultural, and demographic factors. However, objective measurements remain the foundation for aesthetic evaluations. In the quest to better define the "ideal" female buttock, this study assumes interdependence among variables such as country of residen...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Heidekrueger PI,Sinno S,Tanna N,Szpalski C,Juran S,Schmauss D,Ehrl D,Ng R,Ninkovic M,Broer PN

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstructive results of 115 burned nipple-areola complexes in 84 female patients were reviewed. Results of nipple reconstruction using local quadrapod flaps (33 percent good, 45 percent fair, 22 percent poor) and composition grafts from the earlobe (20 percent good, 60 percent fair, 20 percent poor) were comparable,...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pensler JM,Haab RL,Parry SW

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitors and free-radical scavengers protect the skin against necrosis induced by frostbite. However, the tissue component(s) that determine the evolution of skin necrosis and the mechanism of this pharmacologic protection are not precisely defined. We have studied freezing injury to rabbit ears by s...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Marzella L,Jesudass RR,Manson PN,Myers RA,Bulkley GB

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Suction lipectomy was initially advocated for the treatment of localized collections of fat and for the removal of less than 1500 ml of material. However, many patients wished to have multiple areas treated or had diffuse collections of fat. In such instances, the removal of over 1500 ml of material and circumferentia...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Courtiss EH,Choucair RJ,Donelan MB

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the development of smooth silicone breast implants in 1962, more than 1 million women throughout the world have opted for breast augmentation surgery. Although initially successful, smooth implants are prone to develop surrounding scar capsules that may harden and contract, resulting in discomfort, weakening of ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ersek RA,Salisbury AV

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although much has been published with regard to the columella assessed on the frontal and lateral views, a paucity of literature exists regarding the basal view of the columella. The objective of this study was to evaluate the spectrum of columella deformities and devise a working classification system based...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lee MR,Tabbal G,Kurkjian TJ,Roostaeian J,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Simulation has gained notable recognition for its role as an effective training and assessment modality in the present era of competency-based medical education. Despite the well-documented efficacy of both live and cadaveric animal models, several ethical, financial, and accessibility issues persist with th...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Abi-Rafeh J,Zammit D,Mojtahed Jaberi M,Al-Halabi B,Thibaudeau S

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone grafts are used to lengthen the dorsum and elevate the tip of the nose in patients with Binder's syndrome. Disappointing long-term results in some patients generally have been assumed to be a result of resorption and/or displacement of the grafts. Treatment outcome was studied in 11 patients with the use of seria...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rune B,Aberg M

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors present their experience using an established chemotherapeutic agent as a scarless treatment for vascular birthmarks. One hundred sixty-four of more than 600 patients seen in the authors' center received intralesional bleomycin injection over 5 years. METHODS:Patient demographics, clinical respo...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sainsbury DCG,Kessell G,Fall AJ,Hampton FJ,Guhan A,Muir T

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe a 10-year review of 53 patients having had correction of lower eyelid ptosis using fascia lata sling suspension by the operation first described in 1973. The overall conclusion is that this continues to be a reliable procedure with a low complication rate. Four major changes relating to operative technique...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nolan WB 3rd,Vistnes LM

更新日期：1983-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Currently, fat transplantation occurs immediately after harvesting procedures. Because low rates of fat graft take are well reported in the literature, many patients require multiple surgical procedures for fat graft harvest. These subsequent procedures lead to increased cost, donor-site morbidity, and patient discomf...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gal S,Pu LLQ

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Desmoplastic fibroma is an exceedingly rare primary bone tumor. Previous reports have not included the presentation of this tumor associated with the zygoma. This report describes the unusual presentation and surgical management of a desmoplastic fibroma of the zygoma. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Smith ML,Williams JK,Gruss JS

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chemosurgical peel is a technique that has been used widely by plastic surgeons and dermatologists to remove fine and deep wrinkles of the skin. However, the reaction of elastic tissue to the cutaneous application of commonly used chemical peeling agents has not been defined. This study comparatively assessed the alte...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Giese SY,McKinney P,Roth SI,Zukowski M

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Capsular contracture is one of the most common complications associated with silicone breast implants. The surface of the implant is one of the factors often associated with the occurrence of capsular contracture. In this study, the authors evaluated the differences in morphologic and molecular characteristi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Vieira VJ,d'Acampora AJ,Marcos ABW,Di Giunta G,de Vasconcellos ZAA,Bins-Ely J,d'Eça Neves R,Figueiredo CP

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The innovative technique of three- and four-dimensional computed tomographic angiography allows us to analyze the areas of perfusion in commonly used free abdominal flaps in breast reconstruction, such as pedicled transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) flaps, full TRAMs, muscle-sparing TRAMs, an...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wong C,Saint-Cyr M,Arbique G,Becker S,Brown S,Myers S,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The external ear of the rat is an excellent model for practicing microsurgical dissection and for the refinement of microvascular anastomoses, techniques that are crucial for microvascular en bloc tissue transfer and replantation. Preparation of the rat ear for replantation requires familiarity with the vascular anato...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chiu DT,Chen L,Chen ZW

更新日期：1990-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent developments in gene therapy have shown promise in the treatment of soft-tissue repair, bone formation, nerve regeneration, and cranial suture development. This special topic article reviews commonly used methods of gene therapy and discusses their various advantages and disadvantages. In addition, an overview ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tepper OM,Mehrara BJ

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dissection of the proximal gracilis vascular pedicle proceeds in a dark tunnel-like space deep to the adductor longus. With the application of a previously described technique for an extended approach to the lateral arm free flap, the authors describe a novel technique that improves observation and thus facilitates di...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hasen KV,Gallegos ML,Dumanian GA

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 47-kDa heat shock protein (HSP47) is a molecular chaperone specifically targeting the processing and quality control of collagen molecules. This study was performed to investigate whether antisense therapy preventing HSP47 expression might affect the scar formation occurring during wound healing of skin. In wound ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wang Z,Inokuchi T,Nemoto TK,Uehara M,Baba TT

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The results of the slide-swing plasty are reviewed over a period of 16 years. A total of 1,308 patients were analyzed with regard to location and etiology. The slide-swing plasty has proved successful in practice. Its great advantage consists in the possibility of closing large defects without skin grafting. Compared ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Schrudde J,Petrovici V

更新日期：1981-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sweet's syndrome, originally described as an acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, belongs to a class of skin lesions that histologically have intense epidermal and/or dermal inflammatory infiltrate of neutrophils without evidence of infection or vasculitis. Skin lesions of Sweet's syndrome most commonly pr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： O'Halloran LE,Bennett LL,Grothaus PC,Lynch DJ

更新日期：2005-08-01 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：BACKGROUND:Acellular dermal matrix is frequently used in implant-based breast reconstruction to cover the inferior aspect of the breast pocket. Its performance profile remains equivocal. The authors studied whether adding it in implant-based immediate breast reconstruction improved outcomes when compared with non-acell...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Vardanian AJ,Clayton JL,Roostaeian J,Shirvanian V,Da Lio A,Lipa JE,Crisera C,Festekjian JH

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Given the short recovery and immediate results, facial fillers have become a popular alternative to surgical rejuvenation of the face. Reported complications arising from facial filler injections include erythema, tissue loss, blindness, stroke, and even death. In this article, the authors describe their anatomically ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Scheuer JF 3rd,Sieber DA,Pezeshk RA,Gassman AA,Campbell CF,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00