Aneurysms of the superficial temporal artery: literature review and case reports.

abstract：:Diagnosing osteomyelitis in patients with pressure ulcers is complicated by overlying soft-tissue inflammation and reactive bone formation. We set out to evaluate the efficacy of indium scanning in the diagnosis of chronic osteomyelitis in spinal-cord-injury patients with grade IV pressure ulcers. The goal was to esti...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Melkun ET,Lewis VL Jr

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Treating pigmented lesions of the skin, especially deep dermal pigmentations, are difficult to achieve satisfactory results without complications. To treat dermal pigmentations, such as nevus of Ota and congenital nevus, the combined therapy of a resurfacing laser (CO2) and a selective photothermolytic laser (the Q-Sw...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Park SH,Koo SH,Choi EO

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinical response of congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) to the combined normal-mode ruby laser (NMRL) and Q-switched ruby laser (QSRL) treatment method (ie, NM plus QS) was correlated with the histologic depth of nevomelanocytic nests to predict the efficacy rate and therapeutic outcome of the laser treatment. Thirty-...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kono T,Erçöçen AR,Nozaki M

更新日期：2005-05-01 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：BACKGROUND:Laser-assisted photoepilation has become the procedure of choice for permanent hair reduction. Our purpose was to evaluate patient satisfaction with the procedure using a diode-laser system. METHOD:A self-administered survey was mailed to 220 patients who underwent treatment between 2000 and 2004. These que...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Zins JE,Alghoul M,Gonzalez AM,Strumble P

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Quality of life and functional improvement have emerged as important goals for patients with oncologic disease. For patients with head and neck cancer, free anterolateral thigh (ALT) flaps serve as reliable reconstruction and provide functional restoration. Nevertheless, factors affecting the resumption of o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chiang TY,Huang CH,Kuan CH,Horng SY,Hsieh JH,Wu YF,Chuang SY,Yu YH,Ho CC,Cheng NC,Tai HC

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The history of the artificial eye, from antiquity to the present, is described. Around the beginning of the nineteenth century, glass eyes replaced the earlier metal ones--not always well tolerated. In 1835, cryolite glass was used instead of lead glass; to this day it remains the lightest and most desirable substance...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Martin O,Clodius L

更新日期：1979-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melanoma excision requires wide margins, leaving large defects. Surgical dogma has taught that definitive reconstruction of melanoma defects be performed after permanent pathology results, with skin grafts favored. However, this results in an open wound and the need for a second operation. The advantages of immediate ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Parrett BM,Kashani-Sabet M,Leong SP,Buncke N,Singer MI

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Histological differentiation between hypertrophic scars (HSs) and keloids has been considered difficult. In this study, we analyzed differences in the 3-dimensional tissue architecture between HSs and keloids using focused ion beam/scanning electron microscopy (FIB/SEM). METHODS:Five specimens each of norma...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Migita H,Rikimaru H,Rikimaru-Nishi Y,Koga N,Watanabe K,Ohta K,Nakamura KI,Kiyokawa K

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Early complications following aortofemoral bypass grafting include acute limb ischemia, renal failure, bowel and spinal cord ischemia, and myocardial infarction. Although the literature recognizes these more common complications, we have found very few reports that raised the possibility of an anatomically determined,...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ho PR,Yim K,Hui K,Lineaweaver WC

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) and lymphadenectomy (LAD) are commonly performed in the staging and care of patients with malignant melanoma. These procedures are accompanied by complications that may result in hospital readmission, negatively affecting patient outcomes and potentially affecting surgical...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ascha M,Ascha MS,Gastman B

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Periprosthetic infections of oncologic reconstructions have an amputation rate between 37% and 87%. Eleven patients with an infected knee reconstruction following limb salvage surgery for cancer were treated with the staged protocol. All patients underwent prosthetic removal and implantation of an antibiotic...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Manoso MW,Boland PJ,Healey JH,Cordeiro PG

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Axillary hyperhidrosis, although not life-threatening, is a troublesome condition which produces a personal and social handicap of great significance to patients for many years before they seek a cure. Treatment has consisted of application of topical antiperspirants, systemic anticholinergic medications, excision and...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Shenaq SM,Spira M,Christ J

更新日期：1987-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two hundred sixty-two cases of primary varicose veins in which the lesions extended to the areas of the lower third of the leg and/or the ankle were treated with the assistance of endoscopic surgery. The conditions of varicose veins were classified by the reporting standards in venous disease. The number of cases in l...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lin SD,Cheng KH,Lin TM,Chang KP,Lee SS,Sun IF,Wang WH,Lai CS

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Crushing injuries, including electrical burns on the dorsum of the foot, result in extensive tissue loss and exposure of bone and tendon. Debridement and covering of the wound with richly vascularized tissue are necessary at an early date. Flaps for the dorsum of the foot should be thin and the donor tissue to be sacr...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Uhm KI,Shin KS,Lew JD

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirteen breast reconstructions in 11 patients, averaging 58 years of age, underwent mastectomies. The technique uses a saline implant either totally or partially covered with a human acellular dermal matrix. The mean postoperative follow-up time was 14 months. Ninety percent of the patients were considered high risk;...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gamboa-Bobadilla GM

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A chronic ulcer of the posterior heel or lateral ankle can be a large problem for the patient. The lateral calcaneal artery flap is a reliable neurovascular local skin flap that can cover the defect after excision of the ulcer in this area. The flap includes the lateral calcaneal artery, sural nerve, and lesser saphen...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hovius SE,Hofman A,van der Meulen JC

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:B vitamins rescue cleft palate induced by glucocorticoids in rodents; however, the mechanism of this effect remains largely unknown. The objective of our study was to assess the effect of dexamethasone and Vitamin B12 on cell proliferation and apoptosis during palatogenesis. In our study, mesenchymal cell proliferatio...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： He W,Meng T,Lu SJ,Zheng Q,Li CH,Wu M,Shi B

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sacropelvic resection is the treatment of choice for pelvic bone tumors and can be associated with intraoperative electron radiotherapy (IOERT) to optimize local control of the disease. Reconstruction with flaps also is essential to avoid pelvic complications. There is scarcity of publications evaluating o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lasso JM,Pinilla C,Vasquez W,Asencio JM

更新日期：2020-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Complications of gynecological laser treatment for perineal disease have been seen with increasing frequency. This may be the result of more women undergoing therapy with this method. Four women presenting with unstable perineal scarring are discussed. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lawson AE,Hawtof D,Gowda M,Jackson I,Osgood G

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:National plastic surgery society web sites are an important source of information for patients, family members, and healthcare professionals. There are currently no standardized recommendations for the information provided on web sites. The aim of this study was to assess the information available on each na...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Al-Benna S,Gohritz A

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Terror attacks have been progressively increasing worldwide through the present era. The management of the consequences of terrorism events is under debate in almost every scientific area. The organization and advancement of health services constitute important components of the crisis management. Similar to other spe...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： İğde M,Kaplan A

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seventeen whole-breast tissue specimens of mammary cystic disease were prepared using Marcum's whole-mounting technique. Histological studies were performed on from 10 to 19 slides of tissue containing the suspected pathological foci. Cysts in the cleared breast tissues were numerous, and cyst walls were covered by si...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Amaaki T,Yasumura K,Kami T,Tahara H

更新日期：1979-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The blood supply, venous drainage, and innervation of the lateral skin flap of the leg were studied in 52 fresh specimens by dissection, angiography, and selected injection of cutaneous arteries with india ink. This flap has a long vascular pedicle that contains the peroneal artery and vein and their branches. The dia...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chen YL,Zheng BG,Zhu JM,Zheng BX,Gu YD,Wu MM,Li HR

更新日期：1985-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The earlobe plays an important part in the aesthetic appearance of the auricle. Congenital cleft earlobe may vary considerably in severity from a simple notching to extensive tissue deficiency. Most patients with cleft earlobe require surgical correction because of abnormal appearance. In this article, a new...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Qing Y,Cen Y,Xu X,Chen J

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To evaluate the usefulness of nerve grafting we studied 38 patients having 11 median, 7 ulnar, and 33 digital nerve grafts. Group funicular (interfascicular) grafting using magnification was performed in all patients. We followed 12 patients with 8 median and 5 ulnar nerve grafts for at least one year and 18 patients ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Young VL,Wray RC,Weeks PM

更新日期：1980-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of extensive, deep burns of the face is a challenging problem in plastic surgery. The authors report the use of tissue expanders placed in the upper chest for facial resurfacing after burn injuries in 4 patients. The expanders are hyperinflated. The flap is then advanced upward to resurface an aesthetic...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hoekstra K,Hudson DA,Smith AW

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the past century, many advancements have been made in peripheral nerve repair, yet these reconstructions still remain a challenge. Although sutures have historically been used for neurorrhaphy, they sometimes fail to provide optimal outcomes. As a result, multiple adhesive compounds are currently being investigat...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chow N,Miears H,Cox C,MacKay B

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rats subjected to a standard electrical burn of 250 volts for 10 seconds receive a severe injury stimulating a pronounced systemic circulatory response. Initial postinjury hyperemia is replaced by a low perfusion state within 24 hours. Our study demonstrates the difficulty in isolating regional microcirculatory altera...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Imatani JH Jr,Miller SH,Buck DC,Demuth RJ,Parshley PF

更新日期：1986-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Forward-looking infrared (FLIR) thermography technology uses a handheld camera that measures skin infrared emissivity, captures photographs, and can be analyzed through specialized software. Forward-looking infrared images can be used to analyze and correlate burn wound temperature with burn depth, burn progr...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Xue EY,Chandler LK,Viviano SL,Keith JD

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00