Expression of androgen, estrogen, progesterone, and growth hormone receptors in vascular malformations.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Common variations in morphology of the medial crura have been described. The authors' observation is that changes in nasal tip projection depend on the shape and strength of the medial crura. The authors investigated how differences in medial crura shape affect tip projection after surgical intervention. ME...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Patel KB,Mendonca DA,Skolnick G,Woo AS

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skeletal muscle denervation is a complex clinical problem that still lacks a comprehensive solution. Previous studies have suggested that prolonged periods of denervation lead to a decline in the muscle stem cell population, negatively affecting the ability of muscle to regenerate following reinnervation. Re...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wong A,Pomerantz JH

更新日期：2019-03-01 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:Academic research productivity is limited by strenuous resident and faculty schedules but nevertheless is imperative to the growth and success of our discipline. The authors report institutional experience with their clinical research fellowship model, providing two positions per year. METHODS:A critical an...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Carney MJ,Weissler JM,Koltz PF,Fischer JP,Wu LC,Serletti JM

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous studies have demonstrated the importance of dura mater in the normal development and regeneration of the cranium and its sutures. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of dura mater on the metabolism of bone during the process of premature suture fusion. Previously, coronal sutures of fetal rats...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Winograd JM,Im MJ,Vander Kolk CA

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple, quick, and safe method for the correction of eyelid saddlebag deformity is presented. Past techniques involved intricate muscle transposition flaps and extensive dissection. Anatomic dissection clearly demonstrates that the saddlebag deformity is caused by an excess of subcutaneous fat in a well-defined spac...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rosenberg GJ

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Defects of the heel and sole represent difficult reconstructive problems in terms of tissue availability and postoperative morbidity. Although local flaps offer the optimal type of coverage, their application has been restricted to defects of limited size. A study of the plantar skin and fascia, as well as its neurova...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Reiffel RS,McCarthy JG

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acellular dermal matrix is a commonly used adjunct in implant-based breast reconstruction. Several investigations have shown increased complications associated with its use. Therefore, the authors' institution placed strict limitations on its use and transitioned to sterile "ready-to-use" acellular dermal ma...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Weichman KE,Wilson SC,Saadeh PB,Hazen A,Levine JP,Choi M,Karp NS

更新日期：2013-10-01 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：: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:Recently, nitrite has been rediscovered as a physiologically relevant storage reservoir of nitric oxide in blood and it can readily be converted to nitric oxide under hypoxic and acidic conditions. In this study, the authors evaluated the therapeutic efficacy of nitrite on reperfusion-induced microcirculator...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wang WZ,Fang XH,Stephenson LL,Zhang X,Williams SJ,Baynosa RC,Khiabani KT,Zamboni WA

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wound healing, a coordinated process, proceeds by sequential changes in cell differentiation and terminates with the deposition of a new connective tissue matrix, a scar. Initially, there is the migratory fibroblast, followed by the proliferative fibroblast, then the synthetic fibroblast, which transforms in...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Au K,Ehrlich HP

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Disharmonies of the upper lip aesthetic unit generally stem from tall ergotrids and/or thin lips. Comprehension and correction of such defects has been stifled by a lack of metrics and organized systems of diagnosis and treatment. METHODS:The philtral-labial score was devised to better analyze the upper lip...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Raphael P,Harris R,Harris SW

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Maternal cigarette smoking during pregnancy as a risk factor for having a child with cleft lip/palate has been suggested by several epidemiologic studies. However, most of these studies contained small sample sizes, and a clear association between these two factors could not be established. The U.S. Natality database ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chung KC,Kowalski CP,Kim HM,Buchman SR

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent publications have implicated computed tomographic scans in the genesis of cancer and developmental delay. To determine whether the imaging protocols used in the authors' craniofacial practice could be harmful, they reviewed patient radiation exposure data for 77 patients. They then reviewed the litera...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Jaffurs D,Denny A

更新日期：2009-10-01 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：BACKGROUND:Closed-suction drains are widely used to reduce the incidence of seroma whenever potential spaces are surgically created. However, few studies have examined the parameters that affect drain efficacy. METHODS:An in vitro model was created to assess the effects of tubing length, tubing size, tubing type, flui...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Khansa I,Khansa L,Meyerson J,Janis JE

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Some modified surgical techniques are described for constructing a deep conchal cavity and pseudomeatus and obtaining high auricular projection in congenital microtia. At the primary operation, a rather small portion of the microtic vestige is utilized for the lobule by switching, sparing the skin for the concha, with...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Isshiki N,Koyama H,Suzuki S,Taira T

更新日期：1986-04-01 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：BACKGROUND:Much of the literature on the epidemiology of cleft lip with or without cleft palate is more than three decades old. The question arose as to whether there has been any recent change or trend in its rate of occurrence. METHODS:The number of live births with cleft lip or other congenital anomalies was solici...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tanaka SA,Mahabir RC,Jupiter DC,Menezes JM

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 7-year-old girl who was unable to flex her left thumb at the interphalangeal joint proved to have an extremely hypoplastic flexor pollicis longus with normal thenar muscles, which is very rare. The flexor digitorum superficialis of the ring finger was transferred to the inserting portion of the flexor pollicis longu...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Uchida M,Kojima T,Sakurai N

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six cases of free toe-to-fingertip neurovascular flaps are presented. The principal advantages of this procedure over rotation island flaps are (1) achievement of better two-point discrimination, (2) an acceptable donor defect, (3) no cortical reorientation is necessary, and (4) there is minimal tension on the nerve. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Buncke HJ,Rose EH

更新日期：1979-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retrobulbar hemorrhage is a rare complication of orbital trauma or surgery. Although the process is usually self-limiting, infrequently visual impairment may result. Various methods for relieving the associated intraocular hypertension (caused by the extraocular compression posteriorly) have been suggested. The effect...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Huang TT,Horwitz B,Lewis SR

更新日期：1977-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Free submandibular salivary gland transfer was investigated as a surgical method for the treatment of severe keratoconjunctivitis sicca. In an animal model, we examined the tolerance of warm ischemia of the submandibular gland. After temporary interruption of the blood supply (1 to 6 hours), the morphologic changes in...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sieg P,Geerling G,Kosmehl H,Lauer I,Warnecke K,von Domarus H

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The dorsalis pedis flap has been used successfully for 20 years, both as a pedicled transfer for local foot reconstruction and as a free microvascular transfer. Proponents cite the reliable vascularity, versatility, ease of harvest, and thinness. Although significant donor-site morbidity has been recognized previously...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Samson MC,Morris SF,Tweed AE

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical correction of vertical malpositions of the human eye has been made relatively safe and reliable by recent surgical techniques. The authors define this condition as vertical orbital dystopia and review the etiology of this deformity in 38 recent consecutive cases that were surgically treated at the Craniof...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Edgerton MT,Jane JA

更新日期：1981-02-01 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 effect of rapid versus slow tissue expansion on random-pattern skin-flap survival lengths was evaluated in two groups of pigs. Each group (group 1--slow; group 2--rapid) was further evaluated for the effect that delay (A), delay plus expansion (B), expansion only (C), and acute flap elevation (D) had on flap lengt...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Schneider MS,Wyatt DB,Konvolinka CW,Hassanein KM,Hiebert JM

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, several autogenous graft materials and biomaterials are available for soft-tissue augmentation, but none has all the properties of the ideal filler material. The common problem is that heterogeneous material is reactive, and the problem for the autogenous grafts is re...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sarifakioglu N,Gökrem S,Bingul F,Ustun H,Aslan G

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fibrin glue was applied at the anastomotic site of the vein graft that was placed in rat femoral artery defects by the telescoping anastomotic technique at both proximal and distal anastomoses. All 35 vein grafts thus placed were patent, yielding a statistically higher patency rate than those placed in the same femora...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Saitoh S,Nakatsuchi Y

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00