APACHE II scoring for the prediction of immediate surgical complications in head and neck cancer patients.

abstract：:The lower trapezius island myocutaneous flap is a useful flap in head and neck reconstruction. It is thin and pliable and can reach defects in most areas of the head and neck. Its usefulness in head and neck reconstruction has often been limited or discouraged by reports of significant failure rates. In this study, th...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tan KC,Tan BK

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical management of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea is indicated when a surgically correctable abnormality is believed to be the source of the problem. Many patients opt for surgical treatment after noninvasive forms of treatment have been proven ineffective or difficult to tolerate. With increasing frequency, ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tanna N,Smith BD,Zapanta PE,Karanetz I,Andrews BT,Urata MM,Bradley JP

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Microtia is a congenital anomaly of the external ear that can appear in isolation or in association with other congenital anomalies. In this study, the authors identify the prevalence and phenotypes of associated congenital malformations in patients with microtia in a Chinese specialty clinic population. ME...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Zhang Y,Jiang H,Yang Q,He L,Yu X,Huang X,Wu R,Yang M,Li C,Pan B

更新日期：2018-12-01 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：BACKGROUND:Decision analysis allows clinicians to apply evidence-based medicine to guide objective decisions in uncertain scenarios. There is no comprehensive review summarizing the various decision analysis tools used. The authors aimed to appraise and review the decision analytic models used in hand surgery. METHODS...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Safran T,Retrouvey H,Gorsky K,Baltzer HL

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The latissimus dorsi has been used extensively and dependably in reconstruction surgery. The major complications involve donor-site infections, seromas, and poor cosmesis. Minimally invasive surgery has been used in abdominal, thoracic, and urologic surgeries with favorable results. To date, flap harvesting and other ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Friedlander L,Sundin J

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dependent upon the age, the occupation, and the requisites of an individual patient, the less important ulnar fingers may be of great value; in these the philosophy of discriminate preservation should be given considerable weight in the choice of treatment. Revascularization of fingers injured by a ring avulsion, and...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Flagg SV,Finseth FJ,Krizek TJ

更新日期：1977-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of articulation before surgical closure of the hard palate was compared in 75 preschool children with cleft lip and palate and 40 preschool children born without clefts. The children were aged 2 years to 5 years 11 months. The patients had significantly poorer articulation skills than the controls at e...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Noordhoff MS,Kuo J,Wang F,Huang H,Witzel MA

更新日期：1987-10-01 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：BACKGROUND:Microbotox consists of the injection of microdroplets of botulinum toxin into the dermis to improve the different lower face and neck aging components. No clinical trial has evaluated its effect on the different face and neck components and no study has compared it to the "Nefertiti lift" procedure. METHODS...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Awaida CJ,Jabbour SF,Rayess YA,El Khoury JS,Kechichian EG,Nasr MW

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The therapeutic use of botulinum toxin (Botox) is increasing in popularity. Previous studies have shown that various drugs, especially when injected intrafascicularly, can cause major nerve damage. This study evaluates the potential for neurotoxicity of botulinum toxin in a rat sciatic nerve model. Lewis rats were ran...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lu L,Atchabahian A,Mackinnon SE,Hunter DA

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of postoperative intense pulsed light therapy on patients who undergo bilateral eyelid surgery. METHODS:Patients presenting over a 3-month period for bilateral eyelid surgery were asked to participate in an institutional review board-approved study. Int...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Linkov G,Lam VB,Wulc AE

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study questions previous reports of the presence of micrometer-sized areas of crystalline silica in pathologic tissue sections that are based exclusively on polarized-light microscopy. By using optical principles, it can be argued that it is impossible to identify unambiguously or to detect the birefringence of c...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pasteris JD,Wopenka B,Freeman JJ,Young VL,Brandon HJ

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The maxillary artery is recognized as the main vascular supply of the facial bones; nonetheless, clinical evidence supports a codominant role for the facial artery. This study explores the extent of the facial skeleton within a facial allograft that can be harvested based on the facial artery. METHODS:Twent...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Gharb BB,Rampazzo A,Kutz JE,Bright L,Doumit G,Harter TB

更新日期：2014-05-01 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：:The nasolabial and labiomandibular folds develop with facial aging by an anterior caudal descent of the fat prominences of the same name. Young patients with minimal folding can be corrected by substances inserted in the fold; however, this and other techniques have failed satisfactorily to improve the folds naturally...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ellenbogen R,Wethe J,Jankauskas S,Collini F

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although it is one of the most commonly occurring craniofacial congenital disabilities, craniosynostosis (the premature fusion of cranial sutures) is nearly impossible to prevent because the molecular mechanisms that regulate the process of cranial suture fusion remain largely unknown. Recent studies have implicated t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Spector JA,Mehrara BJ,Greenwald JA,Saadeh PB,Steinbrech DS,Smith LP,Longaker MT

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A new surgical technique with a set of instruments has been developed for the release of carpal tunnel. The technique allows division of the transverse carpal ligament through a short transverse skin incision (1.5 to 2 cm) of the wrist flexion crease under direct visualization. The technique has been used on 237 patie...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lee H,Jackson TA

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adequate tissue perfusion is essential to minimize postoperative complications following microsurgery. Intraoperative knowledge of tissue perfusion could aid surgical decision-making and result in reduced complications. Laser speckle imaging is a new, noninvasive technique for mapping tissue perfusion. This article di...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： To C,Rees-Lee JE,Gush RJ,Gooding KM,Cawrse NH,Shore AC,Wilson ADH

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Body dysmorphic disorder may negatively affect self-perception of body shape and lead patients to seek cosmetic surgery. This study estimates the level of body dissatisfaction and prevalence of body dysmorphic disorder symptoms in candidates for three plastic surgical procedures. METHODS:Three hundred patie...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： de Brito MJA,Nahas FX,Cordás TA,Tavares H,Ferreira LM

更新日期：2016-02-01 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：:The microsurgical second toe wrap-around technique is an ideal treatment option for reconstruction of the distal half of the finger with circumferential loss of skin and nail associated with an uninjured proximal interphalangeal joint and an intact insertion of the flexor digitorum superficialis tendon. Follow-up of 1...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wei FC,Chen HC,Chuang DC,Chen S,Noordhoff MS

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Central midface concavity was corrected with the placement of porous polyethylene implants in the paranasal area. This simulated the effect of skeletal osteotomies and advancement without altering dental occlusion. Implants were placed to correct congenital, posttraumatic, and cleft-related skeletal midface retrusion ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yaremchuk MJ,Israeli D

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The current popularity of cocaine use poses special hazards for the patient and the plastic surgeon during rhinoplasty. It is incumbent upon the surgeon to inquire preoperatively about possible recreational use of cocaine. As the preferred site of cocaine administration, the nasal septal mucosa is exposed to both the ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Slavin SA,Goldwyn RM

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Isolated nonsyndromic bicoronal synostosis is a relatively rare entity that produces a characteristic turribrachycephalic skull shape. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the long-term outcomes of the isolated nonsyndromic bicoronal synostosis patients treated at the authors' institution. METHODS:A re...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bastidas N,Mackay DDJ,Taylor JA,Bartlett SP

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A thick nostril is a disturbing deformity and one for which surgeons and patients may be reluctant to employ the traditional "piece of pie" skin excisions commonly described. As an alternative in selected circumstances, a method of internally thinning the nostril rim using an alar base groove incision known as alar ri...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Matarasso A

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Free ileocolon flap surgery is an effective technique for voice reconstruction in hypopharyngolaryngectomy defects. A tracheoesophageal fistula is created using an intestinal conduit characterized by secretions and a resident microbial flora. The aim of this study was to investigate the respiratory complicat...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rampazzo A,Gharb BB,di Spilimbergo SS,Chung KP,Chen HC

更新日期：2011-05-01 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：BACKGROUND:During the past 7 years, the senior author (M.H.) has been performing septum-based mammaplasty. The aim of this article is to report the safety and ease of breast shaping by using this technique. METHODS:A series of 110 consecutive patients underwent septum-based breast reduction performed by a single surge...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hamdi M,Van Landuyt K,Tonnard P,Verpaele A,Monstrey S

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the use of the extensor pollicis longus tendon as an extension of the motor unit in an opponens transfer. Its advantages, and its successful application in 4 cases, are illustrated. To the best of our knowledge, this method has not been described before. We believe it to be a satisfactory addition to the o...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kaplan I,Dinner M,Chait L

更新日期：1976-02-01 00:00:00