Evolution of Bilateral Free Flap Breast Reconstruction over 10 Years: Optimizing Outcomes and Comparison to Unilateral Reconstruction.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Weight gain is common in breast cancer patients and increases the risk of recurrence and mortality. The authors assessed the impact of autologous breast reconstruction on body mass index patterns after diagnosis in mastectomy patients. METHODS:Women undergoing therapeutic mastectomy at the authors' institut...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cho EH,Shammas RL,Glener AD,Greenup RA,Hwang ES,Hollenbeck ST

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report 5 patients who have had severe inflammatory reactions following the injection of liquid silicone for augmentation of the facial contour. We offer an approach to the treatment of this complication which, although not resulting in complete resolution, has at least markedly ameliorated these patients' signs and...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pearl RM,Laub DR,Kaplan EN

更新日期：1978-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to investigate the incidence of symptomatic and asymptomatic deep venous thrombosis in patients undergoing harvest of a free flap from the lower extremity who were receiving standard chemoprophylaxis while hospitalized. METHODS:A retrospective review of 65 consecutive patients ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rau AS,Harry BL,Leem TH,Song JI,Deleyiannis FW

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Single-stage reconstruction of the nasal tip using frontonasal flaps yields variable results. Variations in flap design were used to optimize outcome. METHODS:Consecutive nasal tip reconstructions using frontonasal flaps performed by the author during a 6-year period were studied retrospectively. Patients w...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Scheufler O

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obesity has been viewed as a relative contraindication against autologous free flap breast reconstruction because of increased risks of complications, including flap loss. METHODS:The authors conducted a prospective analysis of obese patients undergoing autologous breast reconstruction. RESULTS:Overall, 72...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang EI,Liu J

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A reconstruction of a neck with a defect caused by radionecrosis sequelae using two rotation-advancement platysma myocutaneous flaps is presented. The thinness of the flaps, their accessibility, the lack of bulk, and the primary closure of the donor site, without functional or aesthetic problems, all render this techn...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Zimman OA

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Restoration with sufficient functional recovery after long-gap peripheral nerve damage remains a clinical challenge. In vitro, keratins, which are derived from human hair, enhance activity and gene expression of Schwann cells. The specific aim of the authors' study was to examine keratin gel as conduit fille...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lin YC,Ramadan M,Van Dyke M,Kokai LE,Philips BJ,Rubin JP,Marra KG

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The presence of epicanthal folds and the absence of supratarsal folds are unique features in the eyelids of Asians. The resulting appearance leads many to seek cosmetic improvement in the medial canthal area. Although many techniques have been described for the elimination of epicanthal folds, scarring and d...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Oh YW,Seul CH,Yoo WM

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recently, Poly Implant Prothèse silicone breast implants were recalled from the European market. The authors studied 112 women and previously published data on rupture prevalence. Women are presenting with symptoms they feel may be a result of ruptured implants. The authors' aim was to study the clinical con...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Maijers MC,Niessen FB

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dupuytren disease affects fingers in a variable fashion. Knowledge about specific disease patterns (phenotype) based on location and severity of the disease is lacking. METHODS:In this cross-sectional study, 344 primary affected hands with Dupuytren disease were physically examined. The Pearson correlation ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lanting R,Nooraee N,Werker PMN,van den Heuvel ER

更新日期：2014-09-01 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：:Mammary implants were exposed to various simulated dive profiles followed by altitude exposures to stimulate aircraft travel and then were observed for bubble formation and volume changes. Minimal volume changes occurred after each dive. Numerous bubbles formed, however, reaching their maximum size in 3 hours. By comp...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Vann RD,Riefkohl R,Georgiade GS,Georgiade NG

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various operative methods for the correction of Stahl's ear exist. We, however, have devised an alternative "turnover and rotation" procedure. In this procedure, the deformed cartilage itself is used in its original contour to form a new scaphoid fossa, thus simplifying the corrective procedure and establishing a reli...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sugino H,Tsuzuki K,Bandoh Y,Tange I

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：SUMMARY:Thousands of women undergo postmastectomy breast reconstruction each year. Part of the reconstruction of an aesthetically pleasing breast is a high-quality nipple-areolar reconstruction. The goals for this reconstruction include appropriate nipple projection, areolar color, and areolar texture. Presented in thi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bogue DP,Mungara AK,Thompson M,Cederna PS

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an effort to evaluate quality-of-life benefits of ablative head and neck cancer surgery and microvascular reconstruction, a longitudinal study was undertaken in which patients with T3 or T4 oropharyngeal cancers without systemic metastases at presentation were administered both general and disease-specific quality-...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Netscher DT,Meade RA,Goodman CM,Alford EL,Stewart MG

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although free flap transfer is commonly performed to reconstruct defects of the upper two-thirds of the face and scalp, the superficial temporal artery and vein have historically not been considered adequate for microsurgical reconstruction and have rarely been described as recipient vessels. The purpose of ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hansen SL,Foster RD,Dosanjh AS,Mathes SJ,Hoffman WY,Leon P

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A technique for coverage of periolecranon (elbow) defects is presented. The technique uses the local tissues of the lateral upper arm as an axial flap and minimizes the donor defect for this type of reconstruction by obviating the need for a skin graft. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lazarou SA,Kaplan IB

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A description is presented of an anterior approach to the treatment of prominent ears with Kaye's method but with a few modifications to simplify it. Confirmation of the method's advantages is discussed. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tramier H

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Open rhinoplasty has unquestionably become more popular during the past two decades because of the putative diagnostic and technical advantages that direct transcolumellar access offers. To test the hypothesis that patients initially treated by the opened or closed approaches differed in the secondary deformities that...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Constantian MB

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clavicular nonunions with large bony defects, although rare, are difficult to treat and often result from multiple failed attempts at surgical management. Reconstruction using vascularized bone graft is the accepted standard in cases of large osseous defects. METHODS:An anatomical vascular corrosion study w...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Werner CML,Favre P,van Lenthe HG,Dumont CE

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anatomy of the inframammary fold has been a subject of controversy. This report describes the anatomic location and the histologic structure of the inframammary fold on the basis of caderveric dissections and microscopic examination. Ten breast cadaver dissections were performed on female cadavers (ages 35 to 72)....

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Boutros S,Kattash M,Wienfeld A,Yuksel E,Baer S,Shenaq S

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is not easy to find a management-based classification of palatal fistula in the literature. A few attempts have been made to classify the wide variety of fistulae that do not describe the fistula details comprehensively and guide toward its management. The authors have come across a wide variety of fistul...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fayyaz GQ,Gill NA,Ishaq I,Aslam M,Chaudry A,Ganatra MA,Obaid O,Tarar MN,Chen PK,Laub DR

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rich vascular network in the deep fascia has been emphasized by various scientists, but the actual demonstration of live circulation in the deep fascia has not previously been witnessed. Encouraged by the sight of live circulation in the web membrane of toad hind limb, a successful attempt was made to demonstrate ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bhattacharya V,Watts RK,Reddy GR

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital adactylia is rare. Its precise embryogenesis is enigmatic. The adactylic hand assumes a helper function. Surgical reconstruction is an option. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Skoff HD

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of the dorsalis pedis flap with vascularized extensor tendons was presented. An anatomic study has been carried out that has shown that the vascularization of the foot extensor tendons can be exclusively dependent on the blood contribution coming from the dorsalis pedis artery. In two cases that are presented ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Vila-Rovira R,Ferreira BJ,Guinot A

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have devised a modified technique using the gluteus maximus musculocutaneous flap as multilayered sliding V-Y advancement to cover pressure sores on the sacral area. Nine patients with relatively large (average 7 x 7 cm) sacral grade IV pressure sores underwent unilateral multilayered V-Y advancement flap. All pati...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lee HB,Kim SW,Lew DH,Shin KS

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Traditionally, lymphovenous anastomosis is not routinely performed in patients with advanced stage lymphedema because of difficulty with identifying functioning lymphatics. This study presents the use of duplex ultrasound and magnetic resonance lymphangiography to identify functional lymphatics and reports t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cha HG,Oh TM,Cho MJ,Pak CSJ,Suh HP,Jeon JY,Hong JP

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a blind, randomized study, two groups, each of seven rabbits, were treated with either a very low dose of human melanoma cell line-derived tissue-type plasminogen activator (t-PA) or isotonic saline. t-PA (0.067 mg/kg of body weight) was administered intraaortically, 20 percent being given as a 30-second "bolus" in...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Arnljots B,Wieslander JB,Dougan P,Salemark L

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The idea of autologous fat microtransplants has recently resurfaced because of interest by the press. Past experiments have shown that small amounts of fat may be transplanted with an expected survival rate between 10 and 50 percent without ectodermis. A great fund of knowledge exists showing that skin grafts will sur...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ersek RA

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Partial amputations of the hind legs were done in 44 rats. The femoral arteries and veins were repaired by microvascular techniques. The systemic use of heparin, the local use of magnesium sulfate, and the combined use of the two drugs, were evaluated as to their influence on preventing thrombosis in these microvascul...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Engrav LH,Benjamin CI,Crandall H,Perry JF

更新日期：1975-05-01 00:00:00