Stability of biodegradable implants in treatment of mandibular fractures.

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：BACKGROUND:To determine the overall complication rates associated with brachioplasty, a retrospective review was performed of all brachioplasty procedures performed at the authors' institution over a 16-year period. METHODS:Hospital charts were reviewed for patient demographics. Ten fresh frozen cadaveric arm dissecti...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Knoetgen J 3rd,Moran SL

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of anabolic steroids is one of many possible causes for gynecomastia. Optimal surgical treatment for this entity involves a combination of liposuction and direct excision. A series of 20 patients treated for anabolic steroid-induced gynecomastia presented. Postoperative complications included two hematomas, one se...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Babigian A,Silverman RT

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After reviewing the historical aspects of the various lip-switch flaps, the authors draw attention to the existence of a report of a lip-switch flap performed in Sweden in 1756 by J.G.Hierzel. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Vrebos J,Dupuis C

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty female face-lift patients were evaluated preoperatively with psychological tests and psychiatric interviews. Their postoperative psychological courses were studied for up to 6 months. Approximately 30% had postoperative depressive reactions. These reactions were primarily correlated with a preexisting, clinicall...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Goin MK,Burgoyne RW,Goin JM,Staples FR

更新日期：1980-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The high rate of thrombosis of 1.0-mm polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) grafts has limited their use in microvascular surgery. One possible reason for this is the blood-gas interface due to entrapped air in the interstices. The present study examines the effect on patency rates of elimination of this blood-gas interface ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Demas CP,Vann R,Ritter E,Sepka RS,Klitzman B,Barwick WJ

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Unplanned surgical readmissions represent a benchmark outcome and pose a considerable cost burden for health care systems. The authors evaluated risk factors associated with readmission following pediatric plastic surgery using a prospective, validated, national database. METHODS:Patients younger than 18 ye...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Tahiri Y,Fischer JP,Wink JD,Paine KM,Paliga JT,Bartlett SP,Taylor JA

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tracking world cases of breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) is currently limited to patient registries at a few academic centers, dependent upon patient referral and case reports in the literature. The purpose of this study was to review and compare federal database adverse event ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Srinivasa DR,Miranda RN,Kaura A,Francis AM,Campanale A,Boldrini R,Alexander J,Deva AK,Gravina PR,Medeiros LJ,Nast K,Butler CE,Clemens MW

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Limited follow-up data on aesthetic outcome and survival after microsurgical reconstruction of complex scalp and forehead defects are available. These data are important to improve reconstruction quality and patient counseling. The purpose of this study was to evaluate surgical, aesthetic, and oncologic outc...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： van Driel AA,Mureau MAM,Goldstein DP,Gilbert RW,Irish JC,Gullane PJ,Neligan PC,Hofer SOP

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Plastic surgery demographics are transforming, with a greater proportion of women and younger physicians who desire balance between their career and personal lives compared with previous generations. The authors' purpose was to describe the patterns and correlates of satisfaction with work-life balance among...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Streu R,McGrath MH,Gay A,Salem B,Abrahamse P,Alderman AK

更新日期：2011-04-01 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：: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：:The columella is a significant factor in the aesthetic balance of the nose, particularly the lower one-third of the nose. Its position is dependent on the anatomical constituents of the columella, and neighboring anatomical structures. Six components of the hanging columella have been identified: the caudal septum, me...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rohrich RJ,Afrooz PN

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The medial sural artery perforator flap is a versatile option in reconstructive microsurgery. However, most reports of this flap have been limited by sample size. This study reviews the experience of a single large-volume center using the medial sural artery perforator flap and its variants for a variety of ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Deek NFA,Hsiao JC,Do NT,Kao HK,Hsu CC,Lin CH,Lin CH

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:One of the goals of lip augmentation is to recreate the natural shape and contour of the lips. The literature describes numerous fillers and multiple techniques for this procedure. However, there is a paucity of information regarding the anatomy of the fat layers of the upper and lower lips. While prosecting...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rohrich RJ,Pessa JE

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have used this technique in two patients. One had early sternal dehiscence with presternal infection, and the other had late sternal nonunion. Uncomplicated sternal union was achieved in both patients. The cables were nonpalpable in both patients, but they were removed in one patient at that patient's request. This...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Eich BS,Heinz TR

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:External volume expansion devices are effective for adipose tissue regeneration. However, the detailed mechanisms by which external volume expansion devices induce adipose tissue regeneration remain unclear. METHODS:An external volume expansion device was used to construct expanded prefabricated adipose tis...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Qin Z,Cai J,Zhou T,Yuan Y,Gao J,Dong Z

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Describe the differential diagnosis of breast tumors in adolescent girls. 2. Compare and contrast surgical options for the management of adolescent breast tumors. 3. Recognize the utility of a reduction mammaplasty technique when res...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Chang DS,McGrath MH

更新日期：2007-07-01 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：BACKGROUND:Surgical manipulation of skin may result in undesired puckering of excess tissue, which is generally assumed to settle over time. In this article, the authors address the novel question of how this excess tissue remodels. METHODS:Purse-string sutures (6-0 nylon) were placed at the midline dorsum of 22 wild-...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Leavitt T,Hu MS,Zielins ER,Barnes LA,Marshall CD,Wan DC,Lorenz HP,Gurtner GC,Longaker MT

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A modified No. 20 Foley catheter provides a simple, inexpensive method for intraoperative air drill burr irrigation. ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Horowitz J,Chuong R

更新日期：1984-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Venous thromboembolism, including deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is a morbid and costly complication following surgical procedures. The authors aim to assess the added risk of venous thromboembolism in patients undergoing immediate breast reconstruction. METHODS:The 2005 to 2011 American Col...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fischer JP,Wes AM,Tuggle CT,Wu LC

更新日期：2014-03-01 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 investigate the relationship between soft-tissue and underlying skeletal structures before and after unilateral mandibular distraction osteogenesis. METHODS:The sample consisted of 11 patients (three girls and eight boys) with an average age of 4.6 years at the time of treat...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Altug-Atac AT,Grayson BH,McCarthy JG

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simplified approach to subperiosteal midface rejuvenation is presented. The technique was developed through experience with 60 subperiosteal face lifts over an 8-year period. Because it does not involve a lower eyelid incision, there is no risk of ectropion, yet the midfacial structures and orbicularis oculi muscle ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hobar PC,Flood J

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In obstetrical brachial plexus palsy, suprascapular nerve reinnervation is a priority. For the most favorable outcomes in shoulder function, it is the authors' policy to also reconstruct the axillary nerve with intraplexus donors to the posterior cord (early cases) or directly with intraplexus or extraplexus...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Terzis JK,Kokkalis ZT

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a patient who sustained bilateral below-knee amputations that were treated with skin grafts as initial coverage. A latissimus dorsi free flap was later used as definitive coverage of one stump. Then at a subsequent operation a portion of the same latissimus dorsi free flap was reharvested, again as a free f...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Valauri FA,Alpert BS,Buncke HJ

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Augmentation gluteoplasty has been performed more frequently in the past decade, with over 21,000 procedures performed in the past year alone. The most popular methods for buttock augmentation involve silicone prostheses and autologous fat grafting. A comparison of complications of these two techniques does ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sinno S,Chang JB,Brownstone ND,Saadeh PB,Wall S Jr

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical flaps have become safe and reliable reconstructive tools, but total flap loss rates as high as 25 percent and partial flap loss rates as high as 36 percent have been reported due to insufficient perfusion. Therefore, a reliable, noninvasive, and effective way to improve the microcirculation of surgi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kolbenschlag J,Sogorski A,Kapalschinski N,Harati K,Lehnhardt M,Daigeler A,Hirsch T,Goertz O

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bionic limbs require sensitive, durable, and physiologically relevant bidirectional control interfaces. Modern central nervous system interfacing is high risk, low fidelity, and failure prone. Peripheral nervous system interfaces will mitigate this risk and increase fidelity by greatly simplifying signal int...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Egeland BM,Urbanchek MG,Peramo A,Richardson-Burns SM,Martin DC,Kipke DR,Kuzon WM Jr,Cederna PS

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00