Upper airway obstruction after pharyngeal flap surgery.

abstract：:Proper treatment for injuries to the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb relies on an accurate diagnosis of the pathology of the ligament. The current study evaluates the accuracy of ultrasonography to diagnose the specific pathology related to UCL injuries. The charts of 16 p...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Schnur DP,DeLone FX,McClellan RM,Bonavita J,Witham RS

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of a levator retrodisplacement procedure upon conductive hearing loss in cleft palate patients was evaluated. Forty-two children with cleft palates, operated upon between 1970 and 1975, were included in the study. The results suggest that 73.5% of those in the levator retrodisplacement group achieved normal...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Morgan RF,Dellon AL,Hoopes JE

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Glomus tumors are uncommon, benign soft tissue tumors that can occur in a familial or sporadic pattern. Only 15 pedigrees have been reported to date. We report a family with three generations developing multiple glomus tumors of the skin. Although controversy exists over pattern of inheritance, review of the published...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Tran LP,Velanovich V,Kaufmann CR

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Hand transplantations have been initiated and have been encouraged by promising results for more than 1 decade. The aim of this study was to present the first case of hand transplantation performed in Taiwan. MATERIALS AND METHODS:On September 3, 2014, we transplanted the left distal forearm and hand of a brai...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kuo YR,Chen CC,Chen YC,Yeh MC,Lin PY,Lee CH,Chang JK,Lin YC,Huang SC,Chiang YC,Chiu NM,Lee Y,Huang YC,Liang JL,Wu RW,Siu KK,Chung KC,Chiang MH,Pan CC,Wei FC

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Parkland formula is currently the most widely used protocol to guide fluid resuscitation of acute burns and has been adapted for pediatric use. We describe 3 novel graphic devices (a nomogram, slide rule, and disc calculator) based on this formula, which have significant advantages over existing graphic and electr...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Williams D,Doerfler R

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five patients with arteriovenous malformations of the face (4 males and 1 woman; age range, 11-38 years) were treated by selective embolization through the feeding arteries with polyvinyl alcohol particles. Immediate gross angiographical obliteration was obtained in 4 patients, with pronounced reduction of the arterio...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Komiyama M,Khosla VK,Yamamoto Y,Tazaki H,Toyota N

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The suppression of elements associated with wound contracture and unfavorable scarring is a potentially important strategy in clinical wound management. In this study, the presence of α smooth muscle actin (αSMA), a protein involved in wound contraction, was analyzed in a series of wounds in which bovine fetal collage...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lineaweaver W,Bush K,James K

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Our objective was to determine the compliance of observational studies in plastic surgery with the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) statement checklist. METHODS:All cohort, cross-sectional, and case-control studies published in five major plastic surgery journa...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Agha RA,Lee SY,Jeong KJ,Fowler AJ,Orgill DP

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The vascular anatomy of the dorsalis pedis-first dorsal metatarsal artery was investigated with regard to its general distribution and variation. We especially focused on the status of the dorsalis pedis-first dorsal metatarsal-first plantar metatarsal arterial interconnection and the sagittal course of the first dors...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lee JH,Dauber W

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A rigid transparent face mask of cellulose acetate butyrate was developed for the control of scar hypertrophy in the burned face. Excellent patient acceptance has been found in a six-year series of 97 patients. Use of the device for at least twenty hours a day for an average of one and a half years per patient has ena...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Shons AR,Rivers EA,Solem LD

更新日期：1981-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite a heightened appreciation for wellness in medicine, there exists little information specific to plastic surgery. The purpose of this research was to assess happiness within the field of plastic surgery. METHODS:A cross-sectional study was conducted in July of 2017 by distributing an American Society...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sterling DA,Grow JN,Vargo JD,Nazir N,Butterworth JA

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of soft-tissue defects over the Achilles tendon presents specific challenges to the plastic surgeon. Primary closure or local flaps are often not feasible repair options for such wounds, and many of these patients may be poor candidates for free-tissue transfer secondary to their comorbidity. In this case s...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Repta R,Ford R,Hoberman L,Rechner B

更新日期：2005-10-01 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：:The majority of patients with breast carcinoma are being treated with breast conservation therapy (BCT): lumpectomy and postoperative radiation. Local recurrence reported at 8% to 11% is often treated with salvage mastectomy. This has led to a growing group of patients requiring breast reconstruction after failed BCT....

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Freeman ME,Perdikis G,Sternberg EG,TerKonda SP,Waldorf JC

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nine patients with symptomatic macroglossia, 3 with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, 3 with Down's syndrome, and 3 with lymphatic malformation of the tongue, were evaluated for postoperative improvement following partial glossectomy. Symptoms evaluated were speech intelligibility, oral competence at rest, drooling, and no...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Siddiqui A,Pensler JM

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the techniques of cranial flap fixation (suture, stainless steel wire, and rivetlike titanium clamp) on biomechanics. METHODS:Twenty-four cadaver craniotomy flaps were reattached with either suture, stainless steel wire, or rivetlike titanium clamp. Cranial flap fixation was timed and measured for t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wang YR,Su ZP,Yang SX,Guo BY,Zeng YJ

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endoscopic-assisted surgery allows remote incision placement and provides an illuminated, magnified operative field. We have applied these principles to perform neurolysis of the zygomaticotemporal nerve and removal of a fixation wire under endoscopic control in a patient with pain and tenderness at the site of a prev...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ramirez OM,Pozner JN

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A comparison study of donor site care using 5 common modalities was undertaken. A total of 210 treated donor areas were examined for healing differences, comfort, complications, and cost. At the conclusion of the study we were able to recommend certain treatment methods depending on the nature of the donor wound. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Brady SC,Snelling CF,Chow G

更新日期：1980-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Liquid silicone injection for soft-tissue augmentation remains a controversial procedure despite 30 years of clinical use which has demonstrated exceptional results in patients with severe facial atrophies. This article describes a case in which massive silicone injection was used to treat hemifacial atrophy. Over a 9...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Franz FP,Blocksma R,Brundage SR,Ringler SL

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of lidocaine as a local anesthetic has been limited to 7 mg/kg. The authors question whether amounts of lidocaine greater than the recommended dosage may be safely used in the patient undergoing lipoplasty of the torso and knees. Six patients were used as a sample and a wetting solution of 750 mg or 1,000 mg o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lewis CM,Hepper T

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The last 30 years has seen a shift in surgical treatment of breast diseases to less invasive, more conservative treatment options. The mammotome equipment was originally introduced as a diagnostic tool, but advances in technology have extended its role to therapeutic procedures. The mammotome device (8-gauge) is inser...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Iwuagwu OC,Calvey TA,Ilsley D,Drew PJ

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To evaluate objectively the outcome of the Abbe flap procedure, an anthropometric ratio--the lip index--is introduced. The lip index is the ratio of the labiale superius-tragion to the labiale inferius-tragion. It represents the protrusion of the upper lip in relation to the lower lip. It has been assessed in preopera...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Vegter F,Mulder JW,Hage JJ

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (2007), the number of cosmetic procedures has increased to over 10 million in 2006, representing a 48% increase from 2000. This increase in cosmetic surgery prevalence is paralleled by a surge in reality cosmetic surgery television programming. METHODS:T...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sperry S,Thompson JK,Sarwer DB,Cash TF

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of the external oblique rectus musculofascial turnover flap has recently received a great deal of attention. With this method, the upper part of the external oblique muscle is lifted off the lower thoracic wall along with a segment of the rectus muscle, pedicled in the sixth intercostal space and subse...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Bohmert H

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A rare congenital anomaly of the face has been encountered and reported: lateral nasal proboscis. It is characterized by a trunk-like tube arising from an eyelid and is coupled with hypoplasia of the nose, abnormal orbit and maxilla, and ophthalmic anomalies. The pathogenesis and treatment of this disorder are discuss...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Bowe JJ

更新日期：1986-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clavicular myocutaneous island flap, with circulation provided by the platysma and superficial cervical fascia, was first performed by Paul Tessier in 1970, taking his motivation from the prior experience of John Barron with subcutaneous island flaps. A manuscript written by Dr. Tessier on his experience of 120 ca...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Tessier P,Matthews DC,Kamerer D Jr,Ciminello FS,Gargano F,Wolfe SA

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:More than 16 years' experience with approximately 1,000 cases of Peyronie's disease and a review of 110 patients evaluated more than 1 year postoperatively are presented. Peyronie's disease is difficult to treat. There is no known etiological agent, and because occasional spontaneous disappearance of the lesion occurs...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Horton CE,Sadove RC,Devine CJ Jr

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of a closed rupture of a single slip of flexor digitorum superficialis to the little finger is described. Closed rupture injuries of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon are quite common, but closed injuries to the superficialis tendon have been rarely reported. A single slip avulsion rupture of this tendon wo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Netscher DT,Eladoumikdachi F,Schneider A

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a myriad of research in the pharmacological manipulation of skin flap survival. However, skepticism exists as to whether any of these drugs is clinically useful. We evaluated the efficacy of five categories of agents in improving skin flap survival in five different rat flap models. Diltiazem, isoxsuprine hyd...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Waters LM,Pearl RM,Macaulay RM

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is an ongoing demand for surgeons to demonstrate that they can operate well, maintain their performance, and deliver acceptable results. Currently, surgeons are assessed by a series of subjective and peer-reviewed interviews, but at no stage is the objective assessment of surgical competence measured. The author...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Khan MS,Bann SD,Darzi A,Butler PE

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00