Evaluation of the weight loss patient presenting for plastic surgery consultation.

abstract：:The free anterolateral thigh flap is becoming one of the most preferred options for soft-tissue reconstruction. Between June of 1996 and August of 2000, 672 anterolateral thigh flaps were used in 660 patients at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. Four hundred eighty-four anterolateral thigh flaps were used for head and nec...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wei FC,Jain V,Celik N,Chen HC,Chuang DC,Lin CH

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five cases of burns occurring in TRAM flaps utilized for breast reconstruction are presented in this study. These injuries resulted from exposure to thermal and/or solar radiation. We believe that the physiologic changes that result from flap elevation and transposition, mainly denervation, negate the autonomic protec...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Beckenstein MS,Beegle PH,Hartrampf CR Jr

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes the authors' experience with the submental flap over the past 10 years. A brief review of the key points and some refinements in the operative technique are discussed. The results concern 31 patients with a mean age of 57 years. All flaps were pedicled except two. One case of composite flap with...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pistre V,Pelissier P,Martin D,Lim A,Baudet J

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is an uncommon neoplasia occurring in women with either cosmetic or reconstructive breast implants. The actual knowledge about BIA-ALCL deriving from the literature presents several limits, and it remains difficult to make inferences about BIA-ALCL ep...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nava MB,Adams WP Jr,Botti G,Campanale A,Catanuto G,Clemens MW,Del Vecchio DA,De Vita R,Di Napoli A,Hall-Findlay E,Hammond D,Heden P,Mallucci P,Martin Del Yerro JL,Muti E,Rancati A,Randquist C,Salgarello M,Stan C,Roc

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumors involving the submandibular gland are rare. However, the incidence of malignancy is much higher than in the parotid (approaching 50 percent). In addition, the 5-year survival rate in patients with malignant tumors of the submandibular gland is much poorer in our series--28 percent versus 71.8 percent for the pa...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hanna DC,Clairmont AA

更新日期：1978-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abdominal wall vascularized composite allotransplantation is the second most common form of vascularized composite allotransplantation. Sensory and functional recovery are expected in other forms but have never been demonstrated in abdominal wall vascularized composite allotransplantation. The authors hypoth...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Broyles JM,Sarhane KA,Tuffaha SH,Cooney DS,Lee WPA,Brandacher G,Sacks JM

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The preoperative localization of thoracodorsal artery perforators has been a challenge because of their topographic variation. METHODS:From November of 2005 to January of 2007, 25 patients underwent free thoracodorsal artery perforator flap transfer for reconstruction of the lower extremities (22 flaps) and...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mun GH,Kim HJ,Cha MK,Kim WY

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Over the last 15 years, negative-pressure wound therapy has become commonly used for treatment of a wide variety of complex wounds. There are now several systems marketed, and additional products will be available in the near future. Many clinicians have noted a dramatic response when negative-pressure wound...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Orgill DP,Bayer LR

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The fibula osteoseptocutaneous flap is a workhorse flap for bone reconstruction. Mastery of the flap is essential for a rewarding reconstruction. However, there is no complete work on this versatile flap. The authors provide a concise review of the literature, address the myths and challenges associated with the flap,...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Al Deek NF,Kao HK,Wei FC

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The integrated model of plastic surgery education, shortly to become the standard for all 6-year programs, has set minimal but no maximal exposure to plastic surgery. The authors hypothesized that the first 3 years of integrated training will show variability among residency programs. METHODS:Rotation sched...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Schneider LF,Barr J,Saadeh PB

更新日期：2013-12-01 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：:Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is a phenomenon that is integral to development and cellular homeostasis. In the last decade, many of the essential molecules and pathways that control this phenomenon have been elucidated. Because apoptosis is involved in almost all physiologic and pathologic processes, the unders...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gastman BR,Futrell JW,Manders EK

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fat necrosis is a well-known complication of free tissue transfer and fat grafting that is becoming increasingly reported in the literature. However, there is no clear consensus on how fat necrosis is defined and classified in the plastic surgery literature. METHODS:A systematic review of the literature was...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rao A,Saadeh PB

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Composite tissue defects may involve skin, mucosa, muscle, and bone together or in combinations of two or three of these tissues. Defects involving bone and skin are frequently encountered. Osteocutaneous flaps may be used to reconstruct these composite tissue defects. Sometimes, it is not possible to obtain a vascula...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Top H,Mavi A,Barutcu A,Yilmaz O

更新日期：2004-02-01 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：:Free vascularized bone grafts have revolutionized mandibular reconstruction, yet their use in all mandibulectomy patients is not always necessary. A recently developed alternative to bony reconstruction has been the use of the AO reconstruction plate. We compared the use of the AO reconstruction plate with immediate f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Schusterman MA,Reece GP,Kroll SS,Weldon ME

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, there have been many new designs in both the surface texture and chemical composition of breast implants that claim reduced constrictive capsular formation. The purpose of this study was to utilize a quantitative method to determine the firmness of capsules formed around saline-filled smooth silicone, textur...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bucky LP,Ehrlich HP,Sohoni S,May JW Jr

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A modification of Tennison's operation for closure of a cleft lip is presented. The modification entails the use of X-shaped incision lines and a piece of lead rather than a wire. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stenström SJ

更新日期：1976-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Penile inversion vaginoplasty is considered to be the gold standard for gender reassignment surgery in transgender women. The use of additional full-thickness skin graft as neovaginal lining is controversial. Some believe that having extra penile skin for the vulva gives better aesthetic results. Others beli...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Buncamper ME,van der Sluis WB,de Vries M,Witte BI,Bouman MB,Mullender MG

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Treatment options for the craniosynostoses vary from conservative observation until completion of growth to radical remodeling in infancy. To further define the timing and type of treatment necessary in these complex disorders, we have retrospectively analyzed all patients operated on for this deformity during the pas...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Whitaker LA,Bartlett SP,Schut L,Bruce D

更新日期：1987-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This pilot study investigated the feasibility of Google Glass to assist visualization of fluoroscopic images during percutaneous pinning of hand fractures. Cadavers were used to compare total time to pin each fracture and total number of radiographs per fracture from a mini C-arm. A FluoroScan monitor was used for rad...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chimenti PC,Mitten DJ

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical treatment of lymphatic malformations in the nasolabial region of children has produced disappointing results. Attempts to remove them through a preauricular incision have generally required a synchronous superficial parotidectomy in an attempt to prevent facial nerve injury. However, incomplete removal with t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Witt PD,Martin DS,Marsh JL

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermabrasion debridement is presented as another method for tangential excision of "deep dermal" burns, with immediate or early skin grafting. The advantages in selected cases seem to be: (1) a more rapid healing; (2) a more stable end result, because dermis is present; (3) prevents spontaneous healing with unstable e...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Krant SM,Arons MS

更新日期：1977-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1964, I started using vertical mammaplasty without a submammary scar for all breast reductions. This technique was based on the following principles: a central wedge resection, an upper pedicle for the areola, no undermining, and a vertical scar to finish off. Because of the drawings, there was a pitfall: In large ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lassus C

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The deficient abdominal wall musculature associated with prune belly syndrome often results in numerous functional disabilities, including diminished cough, impaired bladder and bowel function, and poor posture and balance. Traditional abdominoplasties focus on static fascial excisions or plications. The aut...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fearon JA,Varkarakis G

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A prospective clinical study was undertaken to compare the results of intradermal layer closure using two popular absorbable suture materials, polydioxanone and polyglactin 910. On an alternating basis, 6-0 polydioxanone and 6-0 polyglactin 910 were used to repair 80 surgical sites of the temple and occipital regions ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Guyuron B,Vaughan C

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Optimal central body contouring may be achieved with a combination of circumferential liposuction and excisional techniques for patients with diffuse lipodystrophy or generalized skin laxity or after massive weight loss. The central body lift has evolved to improve the contour of the trunk and proximal lower...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rohrich RJ,Gosman AA,Conrad MH,Coleman J

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Irreversible facial paralysis can be surgically treated by importing both a new neural and a new motor muscle supply. Various donor nerves can be used. If a nerve supply other than the facial nerve is used, the patient has to adapt to generate a smile. If branches of the fifth cranial nerve are used, the pat...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Romeo M,Vizioli L,Breukink M,Aganloo K,Lao J,Cotrufo S,Caldara R,Morley S

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Identify clinical situations in which hand sonography can result in the detection of partial extensor tendon tears. 2. Identify the limitations of magnetic resonance imaging in diagnosing extensor tendon tears. 3. Understand the vari...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Soni P,Stern CA,Foreman KB,Rockwell WB

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The nasolabial flap remains the favored technique for alar and lateral nasal reconstruction. Results with currently popular techniques tend to be inartistic and aesthetically disappointing. Improved results can be achieved, however, by a technique using a medially based nasolabial turnover flap for lining with a dista...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Spear SL,Kroll SS,Romm S

更新日期：1987-06-01 00:00:00