Treatment of earthquake-related craniofacial injuries aboard the USNS Comfort during Operation Unified Response.

abstract：:Five patients with segmental tibial defects whose contralateral fibula could not be used as a donor were treated with ipsilateral island fibular transfer in an antegrade or retrograde fashion. Antegrade-flow pedicled flaps based on the peroneal vessel as in the conventional free flap were used for the proximal or midd...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chung YK,Chung S

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rhinophyma is a disfiguring soft-tissue hypertrophy of the nose. It is an uncommon disease that primarily affects Caucasian men in the fifth to seventh decades of life. Nine cases from the authors' series and a comparison of results following various treatment modalities are presented. Eight of the patients were Cauca...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Redett RJ,Manson PN,Goldberg N,Girotto J,Spence RJ

更新日期：2001-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast reconstruction is most frequently performed using implants or expanders. Adjunctive materials such as acellular dermal matrix and synthetic meshes are used to support the implant or expander. A paucity of large studies exist on the use of synthetic mesh for breast reconstruction. METHODS:A retrospect...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Faulkner HR,Shikowitz-Behr L,McLeod M,Wright E,Hulsen J,Austen WG Jr

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rejuvenation of the neck is essential to achieve a young facade. Different approaches for aging neck rejuvenation have been developed throughout the years. Most of them focus on specific elements that contribute to the aging neck. The main drawbacks of these techniques are recurrence of the platysma bands, m...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gronovich Y

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acellular dermal matrix for implant-based breast reconstruction appears to cause higher early complication rates, but long-term outcomes are perceived to be superior. This dichotomy is the subject of considerable debate. The authors hypothesized that patient characteristics and operative variables would have...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Selber JC,Wren JH,Garvey PB,Zhang H,Erickson C,Clemens MW,Butler CE

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blood flow was measured in the canine saphenous artery using electromagnetic flowmetry. Significant increase in blood flow was noted after occlusion of the distal femoral artery. However, after raising a saphenous island flap there was no significant change in the blood flow before and after distal femoral artery occl...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rao VK,Morrison WA,Angus JA,O'Brien BM

更新日期：1983-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although postoperative monitoring of microsurgical reconstruction is key to discovering early vascular compromise, monitoring a buried flap can be problematic. METHODS:A single surgeon's tracheal and pharyngoesophageal reconstructions with fasciocutaneous free flaps performed between 2002 and 2007 are revie...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ferguson REH Jr,Yu P

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple method for measuring circumduction of the thumb, by using a ratio of the range of motion to the length of the first metacarpal, is described. This method can be of value in assessing many aspects of thumb function, especially the improvement in function after opponensplasty. The improved ability to position t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Browne EZ Jr,Teague MA,Gruenwald C

更新日期：1979-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Differences in regeneration of sensory and motor nerves were studied in rats to determine the effects of entubulation with collagen conduits. The rat sciatic nerve was repaired either with a 10-mm saline-filled gap or with a no-gap end-to-end repair cuffed within collagen tubules. These repairs were compared with the ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Madorsky SJ,Swett JE,Crumley RL

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Microsurgeons suspect that cigarette smoking reduces the survival of free vascularized flaps and replantations, but this has never been proven. This experimental study investigates the effect of smoking on free-flap survival. A fasciocutaneous epigastric flap was used in 30 rats as a free flap and in 30 rats as a pedi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： van Adrichem LN,Hoegen R,Hovius SE,Kort WJ,van Strik R,Vuzevski VD,van der Meulen JC

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to report outcomes after initiation of an algorithmic approach (Bethesda protocol) using intracranial free flaps, cranial bone autografts, and dermal/fat grafts to treat warfare-related cranial frontofacial defects after war-related decompressive craniectomy. METHODS:A retros...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kumar AR,Tantawi D,Armonda R,Valerio I

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A method is presented for the closure of a circular defect without altering its shape. It employs semicircular rotational flaps and Z-plasties. Its use in 178 patients with malignant skin neoplasms is presented. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Golomb FM

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of insurance type on use of diagnostic testing, treatments, and the efficiency of care for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. METHODS:The 2009 to 2013 Truven MarketScan Databases were used to identify adult patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. Insuran...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sears ED,Swiatek PR,Hou H,Chung KC

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report their experience using skin expanders in 11 patients with severe bed sores. The expanders, with different volumes, from 250 to 1000 cc, were generally overfilled using the cutaneous tonometer. In fact, with the information revealed by this apparatus on the skin in expansion, the authors were able to...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Esposito G,Di Caprio G,Ziccardi P,Scuderi N

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：SUMMARY:Congenital melanocytic nevi remain a subject of controversy with respect to risk of malignant transformation and recommended management. Recent studies indicate a lower malignant risk (0.7 to 2.9 percent) than had previously been estimated. Surgery has not been proven to reduce malignant risk or improve quality...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Arad E,Zuker RM

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mandible fractures are commonplace in today's craniofacial practice; however, managing the infrequent, operative pediatric mandible injury requires a thorough knowledge base and thoughtful approach. Not only do these patients demonstrate variable anatomy due to differing stages of dental eruption, but condylar disrupt...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cole P,Kaufman Y,Izaddoost S,Hatef DA,Hollier L

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an attempt to obtain objective analysis of outcome in reduction mammaplasty patients, a retrospective study was done for women having elective bilateral reduction mammaplasty. Participants were chosen from a pool of over 200 consecutive reduction mammaplasty patients at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Of those...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Boschert MT,Barone CM,Puckett CL

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The roots of the working hours mandate and controversy are outlined, the effect on resident education is described, and the service versus education equation is defined. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Luce EA

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tissue engineering of patient-specific adipose tissue has the potential to revolutionize reconstructive surgery. Numerous models have been described for the production of adipose tissue with success in the short term, but little has been reported on the stability of this tissue-engineered fat beyond 4 months...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Findlay MW,Messina A,Thompson EW,Morrison WA

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:When choosing a thigh lift operation, the surgeon also chooses which complications he/she will be managing, and the most dreaded after conventional thigh lifting are those of lymphatic origin such as lymphocele or lymphedema. The authors describe avulsion thighplasty, a technique that spares lymphatics by us...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hunstad JP,Kortesis BG,Knotts CD

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seventy-four patients were referred to the senior author because of presumed velopharyngeal incompetence without cleft palate. As a result of an extensive preoperative evaluation that included assessment of articulation patterns, nasal emission, oronasal resonance, and general speech intelligibility, 57 of the 74 pati...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stueber K,Wilhelmsen HR

更新日期：1984-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using the rat sciatic nerve model, we evaluated the merits of homologous fibrin glue in the repair of peripheral nerve transections as compared to standard epineural suture repairs. A total of four study groups were used, with 10 animals assigned to each group. In group I, the transected sciatic nerve was repaired wit...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cruz NI,Debs N,Fiol RE

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The current trend in plastic surgery of the eyelid has taken on increased dependence on anatomical considerations in the marriage of aesthetic and functional ideals. Often, the plastic surgeon performs ptosis and/or septal surgery in conjunction with blepharoplasty. The relationship between eyelid adnexal st...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Reid RR,Said HK,Yu M,Haines GK 3rd,Few JW

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Beside botulinum-toxin injections and hyaluronic acid fillers, thread lifts have established themselves as the third column of minimally invasive facial rejuvenation. Most commonly, barbed threads for this approach are made out of polydioxanone, a material known for decades from application in resorbable sut...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Aitzetmueller MM,Centeno Cerdas C,Nessbach P,Foehr P,Brett E,Thor D,Machens HG,Burgkart R,Duscher D

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Both one- and two-stage approaches have been widely used for patients with asymmetric bilateral cleft lip. There are insufficient long-term outcome data for comparison of these two methods. The purpose of this retrospective study was to compare the clinical outcome over the past 20 years. METHODS:The senior...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chung KH,Lo LJ

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent reports have emphasized free-flap reconstruction for large defects of the scalp and calvarium following resection of tumors, infection, or trauma. In most cases, however, a carefully planned local transposition or rotation flap may be equally effective, and the technical difficulties and donor-site problems ass...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lesavoy MA,Dubrow TJ,Schwartz RJ,Wackym PA,Eisenhauer DM,McGuire M

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Facial palsy assessment is nonstandardized. Clinician-graded scales are limited by subjectivity and observer bias. Computer-aided grading would be desirable to achieve conformity in facial palsy assessment and to compare the effectiveness of treatments. This research compares the clinician-graded eFACE scale...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Miller MQ,Hadlock TA,Fortier E,Guarin DL

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative monitoring of free flaps is important to minimize the risk of flap failure, but monitoring buried free flaps is difficult because the standard methods of clinical examination and surface Doppler monitoring are not possible. Buried free flaps are often monitored using an implantable 20-MHz ultra...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rosenberg JJ,Fornage BD,Chevray PM

更新日期：2006-07-01 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：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