Efficacy of prophylactic antibiotics in reduction mammoplasty.

abstract：:Combined latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous and scapular fasciocutaneous free flap were successfully used to reconstruct two complex pharyngolaryngectomy defects with no anterior neck skin. The cervical esophagus and hypopharynx were reconstructed with the scapular portion, and the latissimus segment restored the anter...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Antohi N,Tîbîrnă G

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During 1998, 13 patients were treated in the Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center for complex facial soft-tissue injuries caused by passing through large, clear glass doors. All epidemiological details were gathered and analyzed. Of 1,100 soft-tissue facial injury admissions in 1 year, 13 patients had a substantial soft-t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gur E,Barnea Y,Leshem D,Zaretski A,Amir A,Weiss J,Shpitzer T,Shafir R

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Functional disorders due to alar valve collapse and cosmetic unsatisfactory results can be seen after rhinoplasty operation in some patients. Because of overresection of the upper and lower lateral cartilages, nasal lateral walls may collapse during inspiration pressing against the septum and obstructing airway. On th...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Turegun M,Acarturk TO,Ozturk S,Sengezer M

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Controversy exists on whether or not the epidermal keratinizing squamous epithelium of skin grafts and flaps applied to line a neovagina changes histologically to a nonkeratinizing mucosal type squamous epithelium after vaginoplasty in male-to-female transsexuals. To end this discussion, the aim of this study was to o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Dekker JJ,Hage JJ,Karim RB,Bloemena E

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The quantitative and morphological characteristics of microbial adherence of four organisms--Staphylococcus epidermidis, S. aureus, Escherichia coli and Candida albicans--to the surfaces of different breast prostheses were observed. Semiquantitative adherence studies based on a modification of Maki's roll culture tech...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sanger JR,Sheth NK,Franson TR

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chest wall reconstruction after radiation damage is a challenge in oncologic and plastic surgery. The defect can be reconstructed with laparoscopically harvested omental flap and meshed skin grafts. Our aim was to evaluate the use of vacuum-assisted closure (V.A.C.) in combination with laparoscopically harve...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ferron G,Garrido I,Martel P,Gesson-Paute A,Classe JM,Letourneur B,Querleu D

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In this study, we investigated sensory and motor outcomes for different bridging techniques for short nerve gaps. MATERIAL AND METHODS:This study was conducted in the Postdoctoral Department of Burns, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery of our institution from August 2014 to May 2017. All patients with post...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ahmad I,Mir MA,Khan AH

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deeply invading tumors of the scalp present numerous extirpative and reconstructive problems requiring the combined expertise and skills of both medical and surgical disciplines. We have employed a combined multidisciplinary approach to recurrent tumors of the scalp and calvarium. Intraoperatively, a fresh-tissue mapp...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Peters CR,Dinner MI,Dolsky RL,Bailin PL,Hardy RW Jr

更新日期：1980-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy and safety of endovenous laser photocoagulation (EVLP) at a wavelength of 810 nm for treating complicated venous insufficiency associated with venous ulcers. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of 110 patients with 180 legs having chronic venou...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lee JS,Hsiao YC,Chang CJ

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author addresses rippling of the breast in patients with breast implants as a result of breast reconstruction or in cases of primary or secondary breast augmentation. The technique consists of rotating a flap of scar tissue from thicker parts of the breast to the thin, affected areas. The technique is simple both ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Massiha H

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acquired defects involving exposed bone in the central forehead can be challenging to reconstruct. We present a simple technique in which two superiorly based flaps of galea frontalis and skin are transposed medially, like the shutter of a camera. Full-thickness grafts are used to close the donor site. This is a remar...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Levine NS,Sahl WJ,Stewart JB

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this pilot study was to compare proliferation, collagen synthesis, and growth factor production, which are important contributing factors for wound healing, of the bone marrow stromal cells (BSCs) with those of dermal fibroblasts in vitro. Cultured human BSCs and dermal fibroblasts from the same patient...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Han SK,Yoon TH,Lee DG,Lee MA,Kim WK

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since 1998, 42 hand transplants in 30 patients have been performed in countries such as France, United States, China, Austria, Malaysia, Italy, Belgium, Poland, Spain, and Germany. Now, with recent improvements in immunosuppression, the clinical applicability may expand and the ethical obstacles may soon be overcome, ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gordon CR,Siemionow M

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chain saws may produce devastating facial injuries when the blade kicks back after striking a hard object. A review of experience with 12 male patients indicates that in addition to extensive ragged lacerations of skin and soft tissues, bone and teeth are frequently fractured. Eye injuries are rare, but the eyelids ma...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Riefkohl R,Georgiade GS,Barwick WJ

更新日期：1986-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) is a kind of prostaglandin that produces vasodilation of the peripheral vessels and platelet disaggregation, similar to prostacyclin (PGI2). The effects of PGE1 administered intraarterially or intravenously on peripheral vascular disease have been reported by many authors. In this investigation...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Suzuki S,Isshiki N,Ogawa Y,Nishimura R,Kurokawa M

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Use of the omentum for poststernotomy mediastinitis is typically viewed as a last resort. Formal debridement and muscle flap coverage is sufficient most of the time; however, there are situations when the omental flap is more appropriate. The purpose of this series is to critically evaluate the outcome in ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ghazi BH,Carlson GW,Losken A

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A series of basic animal studies using a new subatmospheric pressure technique (The V.A.C.) to expedite wound healing are presented. The technique entails placing an open-cell foam into the wound, sealing the site with an adhesive drape, and applying subatmospheric pressure (125 mmHg below ambient) that is transmitted...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Morykwas MJ,Argenta LC,Shelton-Brown EI,McGuirt W

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anophtalmic socket reconstruction is a challenging problem in plastic surgery. We had described a prefabricated superficial temporal fascia island flap and used this technique in >50 enucleation patients with severe socket contraction ending in excellent or good results for 28 years (Altindas- 1 procedure). However, t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Altindas M,Yucel A,Ozturk G,Sarac M,Kilic A

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traumatic hemipelvectomy is an uncommon and devastating injury with few patients alive when they reach the hospital. There are only 19 reported survivors of this injury. This group includes 17 males and 2 females. All had severe, associated injuries. The mechanism of injury involved motorcycle, automobile, pedestrian/...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Klingman RR,Smith P,Stromberg B,Valentine J,Goebel M

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A prospective study of anatomic variations of the median nerve and its relationship to the surrounding structures was performed of 354 consecutive operations in 192 patients with carpal tunnel syndrome at Korea University Anam Hospital from July 1995 to September 1997. A total of 184 patients were women and 8 patients...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ahn DS,Yoon ES,Koo SH,Park SH

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the long-term use of tissue expanders for the reconstruction of a shoulder mound. Following a total forequarter amputation for the management of a fibrosarcoma, the patient continues to enjoy the benefits of a soft-tissue expander reconstruction eight years after its initial insertion. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mackinnon SE,Patterson GA

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Scalp melanoma is aggressive and has a proclivity for regional metastasis. We hypothesize that subperiosteal scalp melanoma resection reduces in-transit/satellite recurrence, when compared with subgaleal resection. METHODS:We identified patients with intermediate to deep, primary scalp melanoma referred to ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Pannucci CJ,Collar RM,Johnson TM,Bradford CR,Rees RS

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prominent malar eminences are considered aesthetic and have been equated with a more youthful appearance. The precise area for accentuation and the surgical method for altering contour have not been universally agreed upon. A new technique for evaluation is suggested, and a surgical osteotomy for malar contouring is d...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Powell NB,Riley RW,Laub DR

更新日期：1988-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is well known that multiparas who had previously been delivered of newborns with obstetric brachial plexus palsy are at risk of having the same complication in subsequent deliveries. However, none of the studies in the literature have actually attempted to estimate how high is that risk. The aims of the current pap...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： al-Qattan MM,al-Kharfy TM

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 66-year-old woman with an abdominal wound caused by infected synthetic mesh had failed to heal in spite of many surgical attempts to close the wound. A sealed transparent vinyl chamber was glued to the periphery of the wound and antibiotics in high concentrations (up to 2,500 times the minimum inhibitory concentrati...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Eriksson E,Perez N,Slama J,Page CP,Andree C,Maguire JH

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic ischemia of the hand in the setting of atherosclerotic disease is a challenging problem that leads to serial amputations and significant morbidity. Salvage using an in situ venous bypass has been described. In selected cases, leaving the vein in situ for bypass allows a good size match for anastomosi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Cornejo A,Neaman KC,Srinivasan RC,Mithani SK,Pederson WC

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The structural and circulatory dynamics of expanded skin in connection with expander fillings were assessed in pigs following 7, 14, and 21 days of expansion by measuring the pressure of te fluid in the expander (Pexp) and the dermal blood flow. The results differed consistently on thoracic and abdominal sites. It was...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Min Z,Svensson H,Svedman P

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tight abdominal closures, as can be seen during transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) flap breast reconstruction, have been shown to increase intra-abdominal pressure, thereby decreasing thoracopulmonary compliance and increasing the workload of breathing. The purpose of this article was to quantitate pu...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Shultz KJ,Don S,Mahabir RC,Verheyden CN

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The optic nerve can be injured indirectly by blunt trauma to the frontoorbital region. The mechanism of injury is related to trauma of the nerve in the tight, bony optic canal. Neurovisual transmission in the canal is interrupted by pressure on the nerve. The conventional management includes careful observation and su...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Habal MB

更新日期：1978-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple method of grafting around draining abdominal wall fistulas is described. A Silastic sump drain stapled into a doughnut configuration is used. This produces a barrier around the fistula which drains the fluid off as it reaches the perforations of the sump drain. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Fisher J,Beart RW Jr

更新日期：1983-12-01 00:00:00