A rat model for long-gap peripheral nerve reconstruction.

abstract：:Over a 5-year period, 232 microvascular composite-tissue transfers to the head and neck, trunk, and extremities were monitored using the laser Doppler flowmeter. Thirteen free flaps (5.6 percent) developed vascular complications, all within 4 days after surgery. The laser Doppler flowmeter detected vascular compromise...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yuen JC,Feng Z

更新日期：2000-01-01 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：BACKGROUND:Cartilage grafts are routinely used in secondary and posttraumatic rhinoplasty. However, in most cases, there are weak areas in the nasal bones and upper lateral cartilages. The purpose of this study was to seek a solution for the keystone area and dorsum of the nose in revision and posttraumatic rhinoplasty...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Irmak F,Yazar SK,Sirvan SS,Yazar M,Karsidag S

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dexmedetomidine is an alpha2-agonist anesthetic with several properties that are advantageous in aesthetic facial surgery. By attenuating sympathetic nervous system activity, it induces sedation and analgesia while lowering blood pressure and preventing pain-induced hemodynamic fluctuations. It spares the re...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Taghinia AH,Shapiro FE,Slavin SA

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The application of distraction osteogenesis to the membranous bones of the craniofacial skeleton and its effects on cranial volume and overall skull shape have not been fully studied. This pilot study was designed to compare distraction of a cranial suture in the rabbit model with distraction across an osteotomy and t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tung TH,Robertson BR,Winograd JM,Mullick T,Manson PN

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chemical burns and pulmonary complications are the most common problems encountered in the patient immersed in gasoline. Our patient demonstrated a 46-percent total-body-surface area, partial-thickness chemical burn. Although he did not develop bronchitis or pneumonitis, he did display persistent atelectasis, laryngea...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Simpson LA,Cruse CW

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a postoperative wound infection study in plastic surgery, 315 patients were randomized to either outpatient wound control after 30 days (group I) or self-control by questionnaire (group II). We present a new definition of wound infection based on physiologic wound healing. The surveillance of postoperative wound in...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Andenaes K,Amland PF,Lingaas E,Abyholm F,Samdal F,Giercksky KE

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is an inherited collagen disorder characterized by skin hyperextensibility, joint laxity, and tissue friability. In this study, it was hypothesized that Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is frequently undiagnosed in patients who present for repair of ventral abdominal wall hernias. A retrospective chart re...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Girotto JA,Malaisrie SC,Bulkely G,Manson PN

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Carpal tunnel syndrome is very common. Although surgery is effective in mild and moderate cases, recovery is often incomplete in severe cases. Therefore, adjuvant therapy to improve nerve regeneration in those patients is much needed. Acetyl-L-carnitine has been shown to be effective in other neuropathies. T...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Curran MWT,Morhart MJ,Olson JL,Hachisuka A,Chan KM

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objectives of this study were (1) to determine the extent of sensory recovery on hemitongues reconstructed with innervated radial forearm flaps and (2) to assess the influence of various clinical and surgical factors over the return of sensation, including the use of different recipient nerves for neurorrhaphy. Tw...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Santamaria E,Wei FC,Chen IH,Chuang DC

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increasing numbers of plastic surgery procedures are performed in diverse environments, including traditional hospital operating rooms, outpatient surgery centers, and private offices. Just as plastic surgeons develop areas of specialization to better care for their patients, anesthesiologists have specialized in outp...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Taub PJ,Bashey S,Hausman LM

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Our understanding of breast shape and size changes after surgery is limited by a lack of measurement studies that evaluate and compare changes in breast dimensions after cosmetic breast procedures. This study was undertaken to remedy this deficiency. METHODS:Women undergoing primary vertical mastopexy, augm...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Swanson E

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The evolution and present criteria for early soft palate closure are reviewed. A definitive group of patients (operated on at 3 to 7 months of age) is reviewed at least 2 years following their surgery. They are compared with our general clinic population (operated on at 12 to 18 months of age) and had significantly fe...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Randall P,LaRossa DD,Fakhraee SM,Cohen MA

更新日期：1983-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：SUMMARY:Optimal management of the mandible fracture is directly dependent on thorough evaluation, correct injury assessment, and timely initiation of appropriate therapy. As the mandible is a complex three-dimensional bone, significant structural differences in mandibular regions must be appreciated. While the small cr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cole PD,Kaufman Y,Hatef DA,Hollier LH

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have used this technique in two patients. One had early sternal dehiscence with presternal infection, and the other had late sternal nonunion. Uncomplicated sternal union was achieved in both patients. The cables were nonpalpable in both patients, but they were removed in one patient at that patient's request. This...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Eich BS,Heinz TR

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The anatomic distribution and potential arterial flow patterns of the circumflex scapular artery were investigated by Microfil injection. These studies demonstrated that the circumflex scapular artery lies within the dorsal thoracic fascia, which plays a significant role in the circulation of the overlying skin and su...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kim PS,Gottlieb JR,Harris GD,Nagle DJ,Lewis VL

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a previous study in the rabbit, the authors defined the macroscopic growth alterations after unilateral partial facial paralysis. Dry skull measurements revealed a reduced premaxillary, maxillary, mandibular, and anterior corpus length with a simultaneous increase in mandibular ramal height on the paralyzed side. T...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sinsel NK,Opdebeeck H,Guelinckx PJ

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three-dimensional measurement and characterization of facial surface anatomy are fundamental to the objective analysis of facial deformity. However, existing clinical tools are inadequate. Recent innovations in laser scanning technology provide a potentially useful technique for accurate three-dimensional documentatio...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bush K,Antonyshyn O

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The transition zone between cheek superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) and malar SMAS is difficult to raise because of proximity of zygomatic nerve branches. The authors attempted to clarify the three-dimensional anatomy of the retaining ligaments in relation to nerve branches in this area. METHODS:...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Alghoul M,Bitik O,McBride J,Zins JE

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a suitable approach to the correction of subcoronal meatus for any variants and report our experience with this method. An eccentric circummeatal-based flap was used to treat 42 patients with hypospadias during a 4-year period. The position of the meatus was coronal in 18 patients (43 percent) and subcoronal...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Türken A,Senocak ME,Büyükpamukçu N,Hiçsönmez A

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Direct-to-implant breast reconstruction is a predictable, reliable, and cost-effective reconstruction. Most units performing direct-to-implant reconstructions recommend the use of an acellular dermal matrix or a mesh to reinforce the lower pole of the breast reconstruction. METHODS:Two hundred seventy-two c...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Serrurier LCJ,Rayne S,Venter M,Benn CA

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: (1) Identify the essential preoperative considerations for patients undergoing blepharoplasty. (2) Describe upper and lower eyelid anatomy and the relevance to blepharoplasty techniques. (3) Discuss a standard approach to upper and lowe...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Drolet BC,Sullivan PK

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article presents a method for passing a cerclage suture around the nasal tip complex to narrow it. The method does not require elevation of the skin from the lower lateral cartilages. The method requires a double-pointed straight needle with the suture swaged on in the center. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cutting CB

更新日期：1999-11-01 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：:Diphallia is a rare congenital condition that presents in many, varied ways. Associated anomalies are to be expected. These anomalies should be sought out and treated as early in the patient's life as possible because they are the principal cause of mortality in these individuals. Half the patients reviewed by Ravitch...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Dean JA,Horton CE

更新日期：1991-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pretreatment of pigs with isoxsuprine for two weeks resulted in a significant increase in the surviving length of sartorius muscle flaps when compared with untreated flaps on the same animal. However, there was no improvement in the surviving length of neurovascular island skin flaps when these animals were treate...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cherry GW

更新日期：1979-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient is presented in whom augmentation of the pyriform aperture of the maxilla was performed with porous hydroxyapatite in concert with a face and brow lift. Basic research has recently shown that remodeling of the facial skeleton continues throughout life and that this remodeling process leads to changes in the ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pessa JE,Peterson ML,Thompson JW,Cohran CS,Garza JR

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although local anesthesia will, and should, continue to be the principal method of anesthesia for most face lift operations, we believe that general endotracheal anesthesia, supplemented by local anesthesia with epinephrine, offers significant advantages in a selected group of patients. We review 100 consecutive rhyti...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kaye BL,Kruse JC

更新日期：1977-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The nasolabial flap is a pedicled flap with a wide description and application for use in lateral nasal wall, ala, columella, and intraoral reconstruction. It is a versatile flap that is well tolerated by the patient, with very acceptable donor-site scars. The soft and spongy nature of the flap, with its pro...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Thornton JF,Weathers WM

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Full-thickness cranial (membranous) and split-thickness iliac crest (endochondral) onlay bone grafts were placed subperiosteally without fixation onto the snout (membranous) and tibia (endochondral) in 30 rats. The animals had been divided into three equal groups in which the bone grafts had been demineralized, autocl...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sullivan WG,Szwajkun PR

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00