Reconstruction of Large Abdominal Wall Defects Using Neurotized Vascular Composite Allografts.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Venous thromboembolism, including deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is a morbid and costly complication following surgical procedures. The authors aim to assess the added risk of venous thromboembolism in patients undergoing immediate breast reconstruction. METHODS:The 2005 to 2011 American Col...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fischer JP,Wes AM,Tuggle CT,Wu LC

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In CD-1 mice, the posterior frontal suture (analogous to the human metopic suture) fuses while all other cranial sutures remain patent. In an in vitro organ culture model, the authors previously demonstrated that posterior frontal sutures explanted immediately before the onset of suture fusion (at 25 days old) mimic i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Song HM,Sahar DE,Fong KD,Nacamuli RP,Fang TD,Mathy JA,Aalami OO,Warren SM,Longaker MT

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In obstetrical brachial plexus palsy, suprascapular nerve reinnervation is a priority. For the most favorable outcomes in shoulder function, it is the authors' policy to also reconstruct the axillary nerve with intraplexus donors to the posterior cord (early cases) or directly with intraplexus or extraplexus...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Terzis JK,Kokkalis ZT

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Injectable dermal filler materials consist of either fluids, biological fragments, or suspensions of particles or microspheres. Particles and microspheres are said to "migrate," but migration can occur only when they are injected into blood vessels. To evaluate biocompatibility and transport, five nonresorbable polyme...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lemperle G,Morhenn VB,Pestonjamasp V,Gallo RL

更新日期：2004-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of a porous high-density polyethylene implant for ear reconstruction is gradually gaining acceptance because it allows for a pleasing ear reconstruction in young children before they enter school. In response to this growing interest, the authors decided to write an article clarifying in detail all t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Reinisch J,Tahiri Y

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not prefilled breast implants retain their volume in packaging. METHODS:This study examined 32 Poly Implant Prosthesis prefilled textured saline breast implants. All of these implants were within the manufacturer's expiration date at the time of weighing...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stevens WG,Hirsch EM,Stoker DA,Cohen R

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the use of a fascial flap for covering the framework in ear reconstruction. When covered in turn with a skin graft, this fascial flap provides an abundant amount of a thin, tough, vascular, hairless cover of good quality in all cases except those where injuries in the auricular area have been deep enough t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tegtmeier RE,Gooding RA

更新日期：1977-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A noncontact three-dimensional measuring system (liquid crystal range finder system) is described. Three-dimensional facial surface data (more than 30,000 points) could be obtained in 1 second, and the resolution was approximately 0.4 mm. The reliability and repeatability of the results were validated with a calibrati...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yamada T,Sugahara T,Mori Y,Sakuda M

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spare-part surgery of upper extremity avulsions may facilitate primary soft-tissue healing and prosthetic rehabilitation. This procedure also may be applicable to the management of analogous proximal lower extremity avulsions where a short femoral stump and a shortage of soft tissue exist. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mixter RC,Rao VK,De Angelis A,Donald CE

更新日期：1991-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The following statements summarize our interpretation of the literature regarding submucous cleft palate: Incidence and Diagnosis of Submucous Cleft Palate 1. In surveys of classic stigmata of submucous cleft palate among the general population, the incidence has been reported to be 0.02 to 0.08 percent. In the larger...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gosain AK,Conley SF,Marks S,Larson DL

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to define the role of reconstruction plates as bone replacement in oromandibular reconstruction. From 1987 through 1991, 71 consecutive oral cancer patients underwent composite resection and reconstruction and were entered into one of two studies. In the first study of 31 patients, 15 und...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Boyd JB,Mulholland RS,Davidson J,Gullane PJ,Rotstein LE,Brown DH,Freeman JE,Irish JC

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The coverage of large soft-tissue defects usually requires a large flap transfer, especially in a combination and expanded form. However, some large soft-tissue defects still cannot be covered by such flaps. In this article, we present a case of a civil war injury in a patient from Afghanistan who had severe trauma to...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Maghari A,Forootan KS,Fathi M,Manafi A

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors aimed to differentiate between combined/integrated and independent (traditional) methods of plastic surgery training with regard to quality of trainees, caliber of graduates, and practice or career outcomes once graduated. METHODS:To compare combined/integrated with independent residency program...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Roostaeian J,Fan KL,Sorice S,Tabit CJ,Liao E,Rahgozar P,Tanna N,Bradley JP

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:During breast reconstruction using the transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap, the use of mesh for abdominal donor-site closure provides for a technology that potentially offers clinical benefit yet incurs an added cost. The authors' goal was to determine whether it is cost effective to use mes...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chatterjee A,Ramkumar DB,Dawli TB,Nigriny JF,Stotland MA,Ridgway EB

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound and CT scans have been used to examine 12 patients with suspected medial orbital wall fractures. A good correlation between ultrasound and CT scanning was demonstrated, and the authors believe that either investigation is a suitable alternative to conventional radiology when this type of injury is suspected...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ord RA,Le May M,Duncan JG,Moos KF

更新日期：1981-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rectus abdominis muscle has been used in reconstructive surgery as a superiorly and an inferiorly based pedicle flap as well as free flap. Since flap necrosis is unusual, the primary morbidity of the harvesting is donor-site complications, including infections, seromas, poor cosmesis, and hernias. Minimally invasi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Friedlander LD,Sundin J

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is proven therapeutic benefit in bariatric surgery for obese patients. Successful bariatric surgery will result in massive weight loss and ptotic skin, which can cause significant functional and psychological problems. As the incidence of bariatric surgery increases, so will the demand for plastic surg...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Al-Hadithy N,Aditya H,Stewart K

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Throughout history, demands for restoration of the prepuce after circumcision were most commonly related to the political or religious persecution of the Jewish people. The first evidence for such a procedure is mentioned in the Bible: Under the reign of Antiochus IV (168 BC) Hellenistic ideals, such as public nakedne...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Schultheiss D,Truss MC,Stief CG,Jonas U

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a modified mattress suture technique in septal anterior deviation correction and to compare it with the Hinderer technique. This was a randomized, controlled, single-blind clinical trial. Fifty patients with anterior septal deviation were assigned to one of two...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Calderón-Cuéllar LT,Trujillo-Hernández B,Vásquez C,Padilla-Acero J,Cisneros-Preciado H

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vascularized lymph node flap transfer for the treatment of upper and lower limb lymphedema has had promising results. This study was performed to investigate the mechanism of lymph drainage of a vascularized lymph node flap both experimentally and clinically. METHODS:In the experimental study, 18 Sprague-Da...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cheng MH,Huang JJ,Wu CW,Yang CY,Lin CY,Henry SL,Kolios L

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study evaluates the possibility of enhancing the beneficial effect of the delay procedure by using hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and the possibility of lessening the time required for maximal effect of delay procedure. METHODS:Eight male Wistar rats were used in each of 10 groups. The surgical delay metho...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ülkür E,Karagoz H,Ergun O,Celikoz B,Yildiz S,Yildirim S

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast volume assessment enhances preoperative planning of both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, helping the surgeon in the decision-making process of shaping the breast. Numerous methods of breast size determination are currently reported but are limited by methodologic flaws and variable estimation...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Longo B,Farcomeni A,Ferri G,Campanale A,Sorotos M,Santanelli F

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Relationships between physicians and industry, whether it be pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, or purveyors of medical technology, contain both an element of potential for good and a potential for harm. Certainly, the potential for good is realized when the collaboration results in improved plast...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Luce EA

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bibliometric indices are proposed measures to quantitatively and qualitatively evaluate scholarly output within academic medicine. The authors sought to validate bibliometric indices as an indicator of academic productivity within plastic surgery and their association with promotion of faculty surgeons in ac...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gast KM,Kuzon WM Jr,Waljee JF

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An increased weight of the breasts causes several spinal postural alterations that reduce the ability to perform dynamic tasks requiring a stable balance. The effects of the increased weight of the breasts on static posture after implant breast augmentation have not been investigated yet. METHODS:Forty volu...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nicoletti G,Mandrini S,Finotti V,Dall'Angelo A,Malovini A,Chierico S,Faga A,Dalla Toffola E

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three patients requested explantation of their saline-filled breast implants. Bilateral calcification had occurred in all six implants. Four of the implants were manufactured by McGhan Corporation (Santa Barbara, Calif.), and two, by the Simaplast Company (Toulon, France). All implants had been inserted in the subglan...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Peters W,Smith D,Lugowski S,Pritzker K,Holmyard D

更新日期：2001-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Just as everyone has a different learning style, teachers too approach the task from different perspectives. There are five basic teaching perspectives or styles: transmission, apprenticeship, developmental, nurturing, and social justice. The acronym BIAS is useful to describe the beliefs, intentions, assessments, and...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cable C,Chong T,Pratt DD

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reducing postoperative pain following abdominoplasty is essential for shortening the length of recovery time, reducing the use of narcotics, promoting quicker return to normal activities, and maximizing overall patient satisfaction. The extended use of narcotics and pain pumps is often unacceptable because o...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Feng LJ

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Local anesthetic injection is often cited in literature as the most painful part of minor procedures. It is also very possible for all doctors to get better at giving local anesthesia with less pain for patients. The purpose of this article is to illustrate and simplify how to inject local anesthesia in an a...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Strazar AR,Leynes PG,Lalonde DH

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A free skin graft about 12 cm in diameter transplanted after excision of a Bowen's carcinoma on the back totally survived for a long period on seroma and was confirmed to have revascularization from the host skin margin. Repeated evacuations of the fluid and subsequent pressure dressings failed to cause adherence of t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Koyama H,Isshiki N,Noda R,Nishimura R

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00