Comprehensive Analysis of Donor-Site Morbidity following Free Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Flap Harvest.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Upper arm deformities secondary to massive weight loss or senile elastosis have led to an increased demand for aesthetic contouring procedures such as brachioplasty. METHODS:The records of all patients who underwent a brachioplasty procedure from a multipractice medical center were reviewed. Outcomes measur...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Zomerlei TA,Neaman KC,Armstrong SD,Aitken ME,Cullen WT,Ford RD,Renucci JD,VanderWoude DL

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to compare several microvascular anastomotic techniques by patency rate using a free flap model in rats. METHODS:A microsurgical transfer model of a pectoral skin flap to the cervical region was used. In experiment 1, 120 rats were divided into four groups (n = 30 in each group) depending o...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Miyamoto S,Okazaki M,Ohura N,Shiraishi T,Takushima A,Harii K

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was conducted to compare the gastrostomy rates in infants with Pierre Robin sequence treated with tongue-lip adhesion or mandibular distraction osteogenesis. METHODS:This was a retrospective study of symptomatic plastic and reconstructive surgery patients treated over an 8-year period. The primar...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Susarla SM,Mundinger GS,Chang CC,Swanson EW,Lough D,Rottgers SA,Redett RJ,Kumar AR

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The subperiosteal endoscopic laser forehead lift is shown to be an effective tool for plastic surgeons. By combining the use of the carbon dioxide laser with the already established technique of endoscopic forehead lift, improved results are achieved. The technique of endoscopic forehead lifting lends itself to new ad...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rosenberg GJ

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although multiple acellular dermal matrix sources exist, it is unclear how its processing impacts complication rates. The authors compared complications between two preparations of human cadaveric acellular dermal matrix (freeze dried and ready-to-use) in immediate tissue expander breast reconstruction to an...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hanson SE,Meaike JD,Selber JC,Liu J,Li L,Hassid VJ,Baumann DP,Butler CE,Garvey PB

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Horizontal mattress sutures have previously been shown to remove unwanted bulbosity and convexity of nasal tip cartilages. The purpose of this study was to extend that concept by investigating the universal applicability of the horizontal mattress suture to change and control the curvature (e.g., convexity or concavit...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gruber RP,Nahai F,Bogdan MA,Friedman GD

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Biodegradable implants have not been used on a large scale for internal fixation of mandibular fractures because of presumed inferior mechanical properties. This prospective clinical trial was designed to elucidate the stability and biocompatibility of self-reinforced poly-L/D-lactide plates and screws used ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yerit KC,Hainich S,Turhani D,Klug C,Wittwer G,Ockher M,Ploder O,Undt G,Baumann A,Ewers R

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vasospasm in revascularized tissue can compromise tissue perfusion even though the microsurgical anastomoses remain patent. Circulating catecholamine stimulates peripheral vasoconstriction. Chemical vasospasm was induced by the intraarterial administration of norepinephrine to denervated rat hind limbs. Heel pad blood...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Richards RR,Seaber AV,Urbaniak JR

更新日期：1985-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Maternal cigarette smoking during pregnancy as a risk factor for having a child with cleft lip/palate has been suggested by several epidemiologic studies. However, most of these studies contained small sample sizes, and a clear association between these two factors could not be established. The U.S. Natality database ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chung KC,Kowalski CP,Kim HM,Buchman SR

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skeletal muscle trauma can produce grave functional deficits, but therapeutic options remain limited. The authors studied whether a decellularized skeletal muscle scaffold would provide benefits in inducing skeletal muscle regeneration over acellular dermal matrices. METHODS:Eighty-two rat muscle defects we...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Iyer H,Lanier S,Dolivo D,Arenas GA,Hong SJ,Mustoe TA,Galiano RD

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with palatal clefts are predisposed to developing speech and language abnormalities. Emerging evidence indicates that children with cleft lip and/or cleft palate have higher rates of learning disabilities than the general population and differences in brain morphology. METHODS:Magnetic resonance im...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Becker DB,Coalson RS,Sachanandani NS,Fair D,Lugar HM,Kirchner LE,Schlaggar BL,Kane AA

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Practitioners in other surgical specialties have increasingly advanced their volume of reconstructive procedures traditionally served by plastic surgeons. Because there has not been a previous specialty training comparison, the average operative reconstructive volume of graduating plastic surgery residents w...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tanna N,Boyd JB,Kawamoto HK,Miller TA,Da Lio AL,Azhar H,Bradley JP

更新日期：2012-03-01 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：BACKGROUND:The management of postoperative deep sternal wound infection varies widely based on the discretion of the cardiovascular surgeon and the plastic surgeon. METHODS:Analysis of patients with deep sternal wound infection undergoing one-step radical sternal débridement and muscle flap reconstruction by a single ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cabbabe EB,Cabbabe SW

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aims to assess the health-related quality-of-life benefit following auricular reconstruction using autologous costal cartilage in children. In addition, key aspects of the surgical reconstruction are assessed. METHODS:After auricular reconstruction, patients completed two questionnaires. The firs...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Soukup B,Mashhadi SA,Bulstrode NW

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemicorporectomy involves amputation of the pelvis and lower extremities by disarticulation through the lumbar spine with concomitant transection of the aorta, inferior vena cava, and spinal cord. In addition, conduits are constructed for diversion of both the urinary and fecal streams. Of 57 cases reported ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Janis JE,Ahmad J,Lemmon JA,Barnett CC Jr,Morrill KC,McClelland RN

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Discuss the critical anatomic structures of the nose that are affected in naso-orbital ethmoid fractures. 2. Discuss the advantages of early, complete nasal reconstruction of these fractures. 3. Apply a clinical algorithm to such nas...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Potter JK,Muzaffar AR,Ellis E,Rohrich RJ,Hackney FL

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A method is presented for the closure of a circular defect without altering its shape. It employs semicircular rotational flaps and Z-plasties. Its use in 178 patients with malignant skin neoplasms is presented. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Golomb FM

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rehydrated freeze-dried microarterial allografts were implanted to bridge arterial defects using New Zealand White rabbits as the experimental model. Segments of artery from the rabbit ear and thigh were harvested and preserved for a minimum of 2 weeks after freeze-drying. These allografts, approximately 1 mm in diame...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Raman J,Hargrave JC

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The timing of reconstruction following melanoma extirpation remains controversial, with some advocating definitive reconstruction only when the results of permanent pathologic evaluation are available. The authors evaluated oncologic safety and cost benefit of single-stage neoplasm extirpation with immediate...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Karanetz I,Stanley S,Knobel D,Smith BD,Bastidas N,Beg M,Kasabian AK,Tanna N

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Therapies to improve outcomes following peripheral nerve injury are lacking. Prolonged denervation of muscle and Schwann cells contributes to poor outcomes. In this study, the authors assess the effects of growth hormone therapy on axonal regeneration, Schwann cell and muscle maintenance, and end-organ reinn...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tuffaha SH,Budihardjo JD,Sarhane KA,Khusheim M,Song D,Broyles JM,Salvatori R,Means KR Jr,Higgins JP,Shores JT,Cooney DS,Hoke A,Lee WPA,Brandacher G

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute compartment syndrome of the hand is an emergency requiring prompt surgical decompression. This cadaveric study aims to identify the myofascial compartments of the hand by detailed dissection and direct visualization, to provide an accurate anatomical basis for surgical decompression. METHODS:Fourteen ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ling MZX,Kumar VP

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

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：:Marked improvement in the aesthetic appearance of scars and skin grafts of the hair-bearing facial areas of male patients can be achieved by camouflage with punctate tattooing. The technique is easy and simple to learn. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and on an outpatient basis. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tsur H,Kaplan HY

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Identify the subtypes of squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. 2. Identify factors that affect recurrence and/or metastasis. 3. Develop a surgical management plan for treating high-risk squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. In treating...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rudolph R,Zelac DE

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study investigated where leprosy affects the posterior tibial nerve and whether neurolysis is beneficial. Nine patients with bilateral posterior tibial leprous neuropathy with no sensorimotor recovery were studied. Preoperative sensory-muscle and nerve conduction velocity testing revealed the tarsal tunnel to be ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Richard B,Khatri B,Knolle E,Lucas S,Turkof E

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The arteries adjacent to the lesser saphenous vein and sural nerve were investigated in 10 fresh cadavers that had been systemically injected with a lead oxide-gelatin mixture. The accompanying arteries were found to lie along the lesser saphenous vein and sural nerve and to nourish the skin through venocutaneous and ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nakajima H,Imanishi N,Fukuzumi S,Minabe T,Fukui Y,Miyasaka T,Kodama T,Aiso S,Fujino T

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulp plasty is a simple procedure that is used to debulk the bulbous-appearing pulp of a transplanted digit after toe-to-hand transplantation. A retrospective review of the effect of pulp plasty on the appearance and function of the debulked digit was conducted of 82 digits on 51 patients. Pulp plasty was performed on...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wei FC,Yim KK

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent reports have emphasized free-flap reconstruction for large defects of the scalp and calvarium following resection of tumors, infection, or trauma. In most cases, however, a carefully planned local transposition or rotation flap may be equally effective, and the technical difficulties and donor-site problems ass...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lesavoy MA,Dubrow TJ,Schwartz RJ,Wackym PA,Eisenhauer DM,McGuire M

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A series of 22 patients with carpal tunnel syndrome secondary to chronic tenosynovitis was divided into two groups. The first group was treated by transverse carpal ligament release alone. The second group was treated by transverse carpal ligament release, external neurolysis of the median nerve, flexor synovectomy, ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Freshwater MF,Arons MS

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00