Overcoming peripheral nerve gap defects using an intact nerve bridge in a rabbit model.

abstract：:This study attempted to re-establish vascularization to canine allograft bone by means of the introduction of a pedicle in the medullary canal with a capillary network. The experiment showed basically that the introduction of arteries and veins with a capillary network into the medullary canal of an allograft femur pr...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Carneiro R,Malinin T

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From 1991 to 1996, four free vascularized fibular grafts (FVFG) and four callus distraction (CD) techniques were performed for post-traumatic tibial defects at the authors' institute. They attempted to discern any differences of results between FVFGs and CDs for post-traumatic tibial defects. The mean defect length of...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Yokoyama K,Itoman M,Nakamura K,Tsukamoto T,Saita Y,Aoki S

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As reimbursement for free-tissue transfer decreases, the authors find an increase in the number of free flaps performed at their county facility. Over 60 percent of the free flaps performed during the past 10 years were completed within the last 4 years. This influx of patients prompted a review of their experience wi...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Maffi TR,Tran NV

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND: The distally based sural flap (DBSF) is one of the armamentarium in the lower limb reconstruction. However, the flap has not gained popularity due to concerns about its reliability and donor site morbidity. Based on the anatomy characterization, we combined and developed five modifications to improve the va...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Xu H,Cao X,Kiu-Huen S,Zhu Z,Chen J,Chi Z,Zhang Y

更新日期：2020-09-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Forequarter amputation combined with chest wall resection may present a difficult closure problem. In a recent case, the defect was satisfactorily closed with a free flap from the amputated extremity, employing the entire soft tissue of the forearm. ...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Schmidt RG,Springfield DS,Dell PC

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors examined the effects of end-to-side neurorrhaphy for reinnervation of the musculocutaneous nerve (Group A) which innervates the biceps muscle, compared to reinnervation of the median nerve which innervates multiple muscles in a rat model. Additionally, end-to-end neurorrhaphy to the musculocutaneous nerve ...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Lutz BS,Ma SF,Chuang DC,Wei FC

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examined the use of freeze-thawed muscle as a nerve graft material in Sprague-Dawley rats. In Group 1 (n = 4), the sciatic nerve was isolated and the incision immediately closed. In Group 2 (n = 4), a 5-mm segment of the nerve was removed and immediately replaced. In Group 3 (n = 50), a 5-mm segment of nerv...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： DeFranzo AJ,Morykwas MJ,LaRosse JR,Jennings DA,Challa V,Argenta LC

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Findings reported in the literature on the sensation provided by intraorally applied innervated vs. non-innervated radial forearm free flaps differ. In an effort to understand these differences in sensory recovery, the authors carried out sensory evaluations in 12 patients who had undergone radial forearm free flaps. ...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Netscher D,Armenta AH,Meade RA,Alford EL

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conversion of the straight fibula bone flap into the parabolic mandible shape can be performed using customized acrylic templates made from a 1:1 mandible computed tomography scan and lateral cephalogram. The premise of the current study is to objectively quantify the variability in a series of acrylic templates used ...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Matros E,Santamaria E,Cordeiro PG

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A seven-year-old-boy received a digit replantation after 26 hours of warm ischemia and showed good recovery of motor and sensory functions. In the case reported, replantation was performed after a much longer ischemic time than had been considered an indication for the procedure in previous reports. Successful replant...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Seo T,Matsuda M

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of the pharyngoesophagus and pharynx can be especially challenging in patients with prior irradiation, recurrent disease, and compromised or deficient anterior neck skin. The authors report their experience with seven patients who underwent pharyngoesophageal reconstruction with a new flap design that a...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Agarwal JP,Stenson KM,Gottlieb LJ

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years microvascular free tissue transfer has become a well accepted reconstructive technique. The current trend in flap research seems to be the development of more refined flaps to meet specific needs with minimal donor site morbidity. The internal oblique muscle provides a broad, thin, well-vascularized fl...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Ramasastry SS,Granick MS,Futrell JW

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ascending branch of the lateral circumflex artery may be of potential value as an alternative recipient vessel in the free-flap transfer to hip region. The anatomy of the ascending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral vessels has been reviewed with regards to size, location, and length and on the basis of prev...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Gurunluoglu R

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To assist nascent microsurgeons in the initial practices of handling instruments and tying knots before using an animal model, the authors discuss surgical gauze, which will be of benefit to all trainees. In this model, the nascent microsurgeon can familiarize himself or herself with the operating microscope, correct ...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Demirseren ME,Tosa Y,Hosaka Y

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of piracetam on flap survival, ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury, and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) expression were evaluated in this study. Unipedicled epigastric flap model was used in 36 rats and was evaluated within 4 groups. The flap was elevated and untreated in Group 1. Postoperative pir...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Tuncer S,Ayhan S,Findikcioglu K,Ergun H,Tuncer I

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Schwann cells play a central role in peripheral-nerve regeneration, in which it has been shown that the addition of exogenous Schwann cells enhances the temporal and spatial sequence of events observed in regeneration. In this study, the authors investigated the fate of exogenous cells in this process by using fluores...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Bryan DJ,Wang KK,Summerhayes C

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rat model is commonly utilized in peripheral nerve research. Due to the short length of the rat limb and the animal's inherent neuroregenerative capacity, the timing of assessment of nerve regeneration is critical, and significant differences between groups can be lost if assessment is done too late. Additionally,...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Calvert GT,Doolabh VB,Grand AG,Hunter DA,Mackinnon SE

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Free flaps are usually needed for the reconstruction of extensive facial burns, but the final result is often a poor texture and color match. The authors report a burn case managed with a radial forearm free flap. The aesthetic result was improved by surgical tattooing of the flap, including the appearance of a beard....

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Coessens B,Van Geertruyden J,De Mey A

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND: The distinction between supraclavicular and infraclavicular acute brachial plexus injuries (BPIs) could be challenging in cases of combined shoulder and elbow paresis. The reliability of several preoperative predictors was investigated to avoid unnecessary dissection, prolonged operation time, increased pos...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Qiu SS,Chang TN,Lu JC,Chuang DC

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Severe contracture of the palm causes great difficulty in the performance of the tasks required in daily life. Resurfacing with skin grafts may be sufficient for treating mild and small contractures; but severe and extensive contractures involving the joints, tendons, and neurovascular bundles should be covered with t...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Nakazawa H,Nozaki M,Kikuchi Y,Honda T,Isago T

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient safety is defined as freedom from accidental or preventable harm produced by medical care. The identification of patient- and procedure-related risk factors enables the surgical team to carry out prophylactic measures to reduce the rate of complications and adverse events.The purpose of this review is to ident...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Colakoglu S,Tebockhorst S,Chong TW,Mathes DW

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Injury to the dorsal sensory nerve of the penis following penile prosthesis insertion is extremely rare. The authors report on a patient with insensitivity involving the right penile shaft and glans secondary to entrapment and fibrosis of the dorsal cutaneous nerve of the penis, following penile prosthesis insertion. ...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Nahabedian MY,Smolev JK

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Morphomics are three-dimensional measurements of aspects of the human anatomy generated by computed tomographic (CT) imaging. The purpose of this study was to generate preliminary data on the efficacy of morphomics, as a potential risk stratification tool, in predicting abdominal donor site wound-healing com...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Levi B,Rinkinen J,Kidwell KM,Benedict M,Stein IC,Lisiecki J,Enchakalody B,Wang SC,Kozlow JH,Momoh AO

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vascularized bone allografts (VBAs) could be useful adjuncts to the clinical reconstructive surgeon's arsenal. These grafts are known experimentally to be subject to host rejection. One way to control the rejection problem would be to develop specific immune unresponsiveness via host conditioning. Using a proven relia...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Paskert JP,Yaremchuk MJ,Randolph MA,Weiland AJ

更新日期：1987-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study quantified arterial anastomotic tension, evaluated subsequent patency rates, and examined the degree of tension reduction with vessel mobilization. The study was divided into two components. In part I, a mechanical analysis was undertaken to evaluate tension, based on the determination of the force required...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Zhang F,Lineaweaver WC,Buntic R,Walker R

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Palatal integrity is essential for useful speech, deglutition, good oral hygiene, and prevention of nasal regurgitation. Maxillary defects after tumor extirpation, therefore, can have serious functional and cosmetic implications. Given the often disappointing results obtained with local and regional pedicled flaps for...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Herman CK,Benacquista T,Brindzei N,Berdichevsky M,Baum T,Strauch B

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the novel use of a rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap for reconstruction of the female urethra following an oncological pelvic resection. Reconstruction of the female urethra from the bladder neck to external urethral orifice was successfully performed, avoiding the need for a urostomy. To our knowledge, t...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Kozlow JH,Chang DW

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND: Osteoradionecrosis (ORN) is one of the most severe complications of free fibula reconstruction after radiotherapy. The gold standard treatment of osteomyelitis involves extensive debridement, antibiotics, and sufficiently vascularized muscle flap coverage for better circulation. Therefore, we hypothesized t...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Wang KY,Liu WC,Chen CF,Chen LW,Chen HC,Yang KC

更新日期：2021-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：:The posterior calf region is a useful donor site for skin or composite flaps including muscle and/or nerves. We reported the first clinical use of the lateral gastrocnemius perforating artery flap including a vascularized sural nerve in 2003. This flap was elevated based on a perforator arising from the lateral head o...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Kashiwa K,Kobayashi S,Tono H,Ogino K,Kimura H

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a three-year-11-month-old girl, an excess big toe was transferred microsurgically to replace a congenital floating thumb. The reconstructed thumb was evaluated nine years after the transfer. It showed almost normal growth, compared with the contralateral side, and the aesthetic result was excellent. However, the pa...

journal_title：Journal of reconstructive microsurgery

authors： Harashina T,Inoue T,Fujino T,Uchinishi K,Itoh Y

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00