Bioactive sutures.

abstract：:Understanding patients' perceptions of surgical results and their impacts on quality of life is of primary importance in plastic surgery, as procedures are largely performed to improve either appearance or function. Patient-reported outcome measures are questionnaires specifically designed to quantify aspects of healt...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Pusic AL,Lemaine V,Klassen AF,Scott AM,Cano SJ

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was proposed to evaluate the facial contour and electrophysiologic changes of the masseter and temporalis muscles before and after botulinum toxin A injection in the wide lower face (square face). METHODS:The botulinum toxin A injections were performed on 10 patients for the treatment of square f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Lee CJ,Kim SG,Kim YJ,Han JY,Choi SH,Lee SI

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast reconstructions performed with latissimus dorsi and transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flaps in 82 patients with a history of previous chest-wall irradiation were compared with similar reconstructions in 202 nonirradiated patients to determine whether prior irradiation was associated with more freq...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kroll SS,Schusterman MA,Reece GP,Miller MJ,Smith B

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Costochondral grafting for reconstruction of the Pruzansky type III mandible has given variable results. Lengthening of the rib graft by means of distraction had been advocated when subsequent growth of the grafted mandible is inadequate. This retrospective study reviews a series of patients with mandibular costochond...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stelnicki EJ,Hollier L,Lee C,Lin WY,Grayson B,McCarthy JG

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An unusual giant pigmented nevus, containing lymphocytic infiltrates and apparent muscle invasion, but without the presence of melanoma, is described in detail--including its related immunological parameters. The controversy concerning the malignant potential of giant pigmented nevi, and the paradoxes that are encount...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Dellon AL,Edelson RL,Chretien PB

更新日期：1976-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Describe the alternatives for auricular reconstruction. 2. Discuss the pros and cons of autogenous reconstruction of total or subtotal auricular defects. 3. Enumerate the indications for prosthetic reconstruction of total or subtotal...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Thorne CH,Brecht LE,Bradley JP,Levine JP,Hammerschlag P,Longaker MT

更新日期：2001-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small noncoding RNA molecules that regulate gene expression in the progress of proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis. A keloid is considered to be a type of benign tumor. The exact contribution of miRNAs in keloid fibroblasts remains largely unknown. METHODS:Loss and gain of f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Liu Y,Wang X,Yang D,Xiao Z,Chen X

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the critical parameters that has not been examined carefully following laser skin resurfacing is the effect of eschar on the wound healing process. Because occlusive dressings minimize the occurrence of eschar, the present study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of occlusion following laser resurfacing. It ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Collawn SS

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An operative technique is described for the treatment of large lesions of erythroplasia of the penis. The defect on the glans and on the coronary sulcus is covered by a flap prepared from the external part of the prepuce. This therapy has been effective and has given a good functional result. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Happle R

更新日期：1977-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although externally exposed ventricular assist devices are associated with extremely high mortality rates, salvage may be accomplished by early aggressive wound debridement, transposition of a well-perfused autologous tissue (such as omentum), dead space obliteration, and adequate external coverage using vascularized ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Turowski GA,Orgill DP,Pribaz JJ,Eriksson E,Couper GS

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The high incidence of complications during tissue expansion may be related to overexpansion with subsequent tissue necrosis and implant extrusion. Subjective parameters such as pain or capillary fill may be poor guidelines for determining the end point of a given session of expansion. In an attempt to rectify this pro...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hallock GG,Rice DC

更新日期：1986-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The management of hypertrophic scars and keloids remains a therapeutic challenge. Treatment regimens are currently based on clinical experience rather than substantiated evidence. Laser therapy is an emerging minimally invasive treatment that has recently gained attention. METHODS:A meta-analysis was conduc...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Jin R,Huang X,Li H,Yuan Y,Li B,Cheng C,Li Q

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should: 1. Be able to define indications and timing for secondary cranioplasty. 2. Understand the surgical options for reconstructing the cranium and overlying soft-tissue defect including their advantages and disadvantages. 3. Be able to apply this knowl...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Baumeister S,Peek A,Friedman A,Levin LS,Marcus JR

更新日期：2008-12-01 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：:During the past 18 months, 60 tissue expanders were utilized in the reconstruction of 42 children with burn alopecia of the scalp not amenable to a single excision and primary closure at the Shriners Burns Institute in Galveston, Texas. The children were grouped according to the degree of alopecia. All patients with d...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Buhrer DP,Huang TT,Yee HW,Blackwell SJ

更新日期：1988-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to define the role of reconstruction plates as bone replacement in oromandibular reconstruction. From 1987 through 1991, 71 consecutive oral cancer patients underwent composite resection and reconstruction and were entered into one of two studies. In the first study of 31 patients, 15 und...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Boyd JB,Mulholland RS,Davidson J,Gullane PJ,Rotstein LE,Brown DH,Freeman JE,Irish JC

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bone erosion below silicone rubber implants is a wellknown sequela, occurring in a majority of patients undergoing augmentation genioplasty. It is generally considered to be self-limiting and with minimal adverse consequences. However, if bone erosion progresses to the extent to which teeth are jeopardized or alterati...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Matarasso A,Elias AC,Elias RL

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transversus abdominis plane blocks are increasingly being used in microvascular breast reconstruction. The implications of these blocks on specific reconstructive, patient, and institutional outcomes remain to be fully elucidated. METHODS:Patients undergoing abdominally based microvascular breast reconstruc...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Salibian AA,Frey JD,Thanik VD,Karp NS,Choi M

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent studies we demonstrated that platelet emboli induced by arterial injury impair the microcirculation. The present study was performed to determine if heparin or dietary cod liver oil reduces the incidence of emboli following the same arterial injury and, in turn, whether these agents prevent the associated de...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Barker JH,Gu JM,Anderson GL,O'Shaughnessy M,Pierangeli S,Johnson P,Galletti G,Acland RD

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After nearly any form of cardiac surgery, an acute febrile illness characterized by leukocytosis, pericarditis with pericardial effusion, and pleural effusion may occur. In some instances, this postpericardiotomy syndrome may suggest the presence of mediastinal infection. Treatment of postpericardiotomy syndrome is co...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Workman ML,Blinkhorn R,Smith AA

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the spring of 2000, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a ban on the use of Betadine (povidone-iodine; Purdue Frederick, Stamford, Conn.) in association with saline breast implants, because data seemed to indicate a higher rate of implant deflation in association with Betadine. Betadine has been ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Wiener TC

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Augmentation of the zygomatic body enhances appearance and provides a more youthful look. Porous hydroxyapatite granules offer an alternative to alloplastic implants. METHODS:Hydroxyapatite granules were placed by means of a transconjunctival approach into subperiosteal malar pockets (n = 8). From the preop...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： O'Hara KL,Urrego AF,Garri JI,O'Hara CM,Bradley JP,Kawamoto HK

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of shoulder stability and movement in cases with complete paralysis of the brachial plexus was performed to improve the outcomes for universal function of prehension after double free-muscle transfer (Doi's procedure). In cases in which the C5 or C6 nerve root was available as a donor, neurotization of ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Doi K,Hattori Y,Ikeda K,Dhawan V

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is a report of a patient who sustained a traumatic avulsion of the hemipelvis and survived this catastrophic challenge. Survival of the patient is dependent on multiple factors of associated injuries, early management, and general health of the patient. Early involvement of the plastic surgical team offers a coor...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Danisi FJ,Stromberg BV

更新日期：1985-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three groups of dogs were studied to compare the bone formation obtained with traditional bone grafting techniques, and that obtained with revascularized periosteum or revascularized bone grafts--all in unstressed bone. Revascularized periosteum did not produce a significant amount of bone in this unstressed model. At...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Puckett CL,Hurvitz JS,Metzler MH,Silver D

更新日期：1979-09-01 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:Data from large-scale studies of breast reconstruction surgery outcomes and downstream costs are lacking. The authors assessed outcomes, patient return rates, and costs across a large, geographically diverse patient population undergoing autologous breast reconstruction. METHODS:Insurance claims for patient...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Israeli R,Funk S,Reaven NL

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Xeroradiography can demonstrate many non-metallic foreign bodies that do not show by conventional radiography techniques. Two examples are shown. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bowers DG Jr,Lynch JB

更新日期：1977-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty patients with microvascular fibula flap reconstruction of oromandibular defects were selected for implant-retained prosthodontic rehabilitation. A total of 71 osseointegrated implants were placed within the grafted fibulas. Four patients had immediate implant placement at the time of their reconstructive surger...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Roumanas ED,Markowitz BL,Lorant JA,Calcaterra TC,Jones NF,Beumer J 3rd

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From 1979 to 1995 in our clinic, vascularized bone grafting was performed in 29 patients with large bone defects, established nonunion, congenital pseudoarthrosis, or avascular necrosis in the upper extremity. Four patients had traumatic bone defects, six had posttraumatic nonunions, two had congenital pseudoarthroses...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yajima H,Tamai S,Ono H,Kizaki K

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00