Adipose tissue-derived stromal cells inhibit TGF-β1-induced differentiation of human dermal fibroblasts and keloid scar-derived fibroblasts in a paracrine fashion.

abstract：:The authors present their latest development of a strictly vertical retroauricular incision to minimize a sequela of a face lift, namely, a visible scar. The temporal preauricular vertical incision and the retroauricular vertical incision form two parallel arms of a U-shaped incision. Anteriorly, a downward rotation f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Marchac D,Brady JA,Chiou P

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examined the patient satisfaction and longevity of Radiesse, a calcium hydroxylapatite compound, as a facial soft-tissue filler for the glabellar lines, the lips, the nose, the face, and the infraorbital region. METHODS:Radiesse, 0.5 to 2.0 ml, was injected into the designated area in each of the...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Jacovella PF,Peiretti CB,Cunille D,Salzamendi M,Schechtel SA

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pectus excavatum is the most common deformity of the chest wall. The overwhelming majority of patients with pectus excavatum have no physiologic compromise. Adolescents beyond their growth spurt and adults who are asymptomatic are best served by placement of a silicone implant to correct the chest-wall defect. We have...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Marks MW,Argenta LC,Lee DC

更新日期：1984-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The goal of the authors' study was to determine whether an autologous tissue flap, when combined with an implant for breast reconstruction, reduces the incidence of implant-related complications in previously irradiated breasts. METHODS:The authors reviewed 1000 consecutive cases of implant-based breast rec...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang DW,Barnea Y,Robb GL

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The authors retrospectively reviewed their experience over the past 5 years with reconstructions of hypopharyngeal defects using anterolateral thigh flaps. The purpose of the study was to present a modified classification of defects, the method and tips used, and outcomes and morbidities. METHODS:From 2002 ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Spyropoulou GC,Lin PY,Chien CY,Kuo YR,Jeng SF

更新日期：2011-01-01 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：:As the most prominent facial feature, the nose carries an increased risk of traumatic injury. Nasal fracture is the most common bone injury of the adult face and frequently results from motor vehicle accidents, sports-related injuries, and altercations. Although often initially considered minor, nasal fracture may eve...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Higuera S,Lee EI,Cole P,Hollier LH Jr,Stal S

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A follow-up study was made of 77 hands for 6 months or more after operation for bifid thumb. Repair of detached thenar muscles and capsule is the most important procedure at the initial ablation of the extra digit. After reinsertion of the thenar muscles, the remaining problems are deformity of bones themselves, adduc...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Miura T

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A number of combined maxillary orthopedic and surgical treatment protocols have been proposed for the initial phase of therapy for infants with a complete cleft lip and palate. METHODS:Lip adhesion was used in combination with a passive intraoral molding appliance to treat a unilateral complete cleft lip an...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cho BC

更新日期：2006-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Negative-pressure wound therapy with instillation is increasingly utilized as an adjunct therapy for a wide variety of wounds. Despite its growing popularity, there is a paucity of evidence and lack of guidance to provide effective use of this therapy. METHODS:A panel of experts was convened to provide guid...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kim PJ,Attinger CE,Steinberg JS,Evans KK,Lehner B,Willy C,Lavery L,Wolvos T,Orgill D,Ennis W,Lantis J,Gabriel A,Schultz G

更新日期：2013-12-01 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

abstract：BACKGROUND:In children with global obstetric brachial plexus palsy, prioritization should be first focused on hand reinnervation and then directed to shoulder and elbow function. In this study, the surgical strategy for restoration of hand function and the methods and outcomes are analyzed. METHODS:Between 1979 and 20...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Terzis JK,Kokkalis ZT

更新日期：2008-08-01 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：:A technique is presented for correction of supratarsal depression in the upper lids of orientals, using silicone bag-gel prostheses. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mutou Y

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ideal face lift has the longest efficacy, the fewest complications, and ultimately, the highest patient satisfaction. With so many different techniques, there exists a need to make this comparison and to establish which approaches may work best in various groups. To date, there has been no systematic rev...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang S,Pusic A,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After performing a chart review, the authors identified 120 patients who underwent breast cancer-related reconstruction. All charts were evaluated with regard to breast mound reconstruction type, nipple-areola reconstruction type, the interval between breast mound and nipple-areola reconstruction, the number of proced...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Jabor MA,Shayani P,Collins DR Jr,Karas T,Cohen BE

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hair transfer from split-thickness skin grafts harvested from the scalp is not a widely reported problem. The authors present their experience with hair transfer from scalp autografts in a pediatric burn population, with particular emphasis on hair transfer to the face. They retrospectively reviewed 3307 acute and rec...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： MacLennan SE,Kitzmiller WJ,Mertens D,Warden GD,Neale HW

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One-hundred and fifty consecutive free-tissue transfers were reviewed to evaluate the role of emergent exploration in flap survival. Eleven flaps exhibited signs of circulatory failure between 1 hour and 6 days postoperatively and required return to the operating room. In eight patients the preoperative diagnosis was ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hidalgo DA,Jones CS

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prognostic factors that determine outcome in patients with necrotizing fasciitis remain poorly understood. The aim of this study was to analyze the variables that affect the mortality and morbidity of patients with necrotizing fasciitis and to create a simple method for estimating the probability of mort...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Golger A,Ching S,Goldsmith CH,Pennie RA,Bain JR

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Free-tissue transfer has emerged as the ideal way of reconstructing complex facial defects. Multifaceted free flaps are often needed, and we have developed a simple technique to determine both the volume of tissue required and the localization of the various epithelial surfaces, thereby simplifying these complex recon...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pribaz JJ,Morris DJ,Mulliken JB

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty-seven domestic rabbits, 4 dogs, and 2 freshly amputated human limbs were divided into three groups as three different models of fasciosteal flaps that were taken from the distal radii or the tibiae. Through the methods of histology, fluorochrome bone labeling, and perfusing stain, it was confirmed that viabilit...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Shi ZM,Xu ZG

更新日期：1986-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case in which an undelayed cervical myocutaneous flap was used early to cover the denuded cartilage of a burned ear. The ear was saved, and a good result was obtained. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： McGrath MH,Ariyan S

更新日期：1978-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rectus femoris muscle flap is well known for its reliable anatomy, the ease with which it can be harvested, and its great versatility. As a pedicled or free flap, it is used to cover soft-tissue defects and to recreate motor function. Although the muscle is very reliable, it is not well respected because of its as...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Daigeler A,Dodic T,Awiszus F,Schneider W,Fansa H

更新日期：2005-03-01 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：BACKGROUND:Abdominal donor-site flaps, including the transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) and deep inferior epigastric artery (DIEA) perforator flaps, are standard in autologous breast reconstruction. With significant variation in the vascular anatomy of the abdominal wall, preoperative imaging is essent...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rozen WM,Phillips TJ,Ashton MW,Stella DL,Gibson RN,Taylor GI

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Of the nearly 90,000 implant-based breast reconstructions performed in the United States, the majority use internal soft-tissue support. Aesthetically, these constructs may allow for better positioning of prosthesis, improve lower pole expansion, and increase projection. They may have particular utility in direct-to-i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kim JYS,Mlodinow AS

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple method of umbilical repositioning by incising the anterior rectus sheath and rectus abdominis muscle is reported for cases of unilateral abdominal wall plication during the TRAM flap operation. This method keeps the umbilicus stable and nonstenotic, and it avoids hypertrophic scars, which result from other te...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Raveh T,Gordon CB,del Campo AF

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on the experience acquired using the depressor anguli oris flap for lateral lower lip reconstruction, the authors in this paper present their own technique to reconstruct large deficits of the lower lateral lip, involving the commissure and the mental region, by means of a platysma muscle cutaneous flap with a t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Moschella F,Cordova A

更新日期：1998-06-01 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：BACKGROUND:Today's criterion standards for measuring functional recovery after nerve trauma in experimental studies are the muscle mass ratio and the isometric tetanic force; both tests are invasive and require a sacrificial procedure. The authors propose ultrasound as a noninvasive method to determine muscle atrophy, ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hundepool CA,Nijhuis THJ,Rbia N,Bulstra LF,Selles RW,Hovius SER

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00