abstract：:Reconstruction of complex tissue deficiencies in which each missing component is in a different spatial relationship to each other can be particularly challenging, especially in patients with limited recipient vessels. The chimera flap design is uniquely suited to reconstruct these deformities. Chimera flaps have been...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Agarwal JP,Agarwal S,Adler N,Gottlieb LJ

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As the data in the literature concerning the vascularization of the pectoralis minor were conflicting, we conducted a new anatomic study on cadavers preliminary to clinical application of a pedicle flap for clavicular coverage in 3 patients. Twenty flaps were dissected, yielding numerous anatomic variations. In all ca...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Bourdais L,Bellier-Waast F,Perrot P,Delpierre J,Pannier M,Duteille F

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pectoralis major is reliable for reconstruction of large defects in the head and neck area. In 2001, we introduced a muscle-sparing technique with preservation of the clavicular part of the muscle. So far, we did not report on its reliability and clinical outcome at the receptor site.Fifty-four pedicled segmental ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Corten EM,Schellekens PP,Hage JJ,Kon M

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A fasciocutaneous free graft could prove the ideal free tissue graft to prevent contracture following adhesion of the graft to the recipient bed. However, for graft survival, vascular anastomosis involving complicated surgical techniques is necessary. In the present study, we focused on peripheral blood-derived CD133(...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nakanishi M,Ishikawa M,Sunagawa T,Yokota K,Asahara T,Ochi M

更新日期：2009-09-01 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：:The almost single disadvantage of polyurethane film dressings, an uncontrolled leakage, is probably as often described as its numerous advantages for split-thickness skin graft donor sites. We solved this problem by perforating the polyurethane film, which permits a controlled leakage into a secondary absorbent dressi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Dornseifer U,Fichter AM,Herter F,Sturtz G,Ninkovic M

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autologous fat is an excellent soft-tissue filler, given its abundance and ease of harvest. Nevertheless, the technique is accompanied by postoperative complications such as fat necrosis, calcification, and sclerotic nodules. These problems directly influence surgical efficacy. Computed tomography or magnetic resonanc...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mu DL,Luan J,Mu L,Xin MQ

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pleural space problems after lung resection and persistent air leaks are among the commonest challenges posed to thoracic surgeons. Surgical repair of air leaks are indicated when conventional tube thoracostomy has failed to solve the problem. We would like to propose the novel application of the combined latissimus d...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Woo E,Tan BK,Lim CH

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report presents a unique, late complication of breast reconstruction surgery. A woman, who underwent left mastectomy and several reconstruction procedures with silicone implants presented with symptomatic enlarged internal mammary lymph nodes on her contralateral side. The nodes, which were suspicious for br...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gil T,Mettanes I,Aman B,Taran A,Shoshani O,Best LA,Naroditsky I,Har-Shai Y

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Improvements were made by us in several distally based pedicled flaps of the nutrient vessels of the saphenous nerve with lower rotation points. However, these flaps are still insufficient for trauma complicated by bone defects. Accordingly, we conducted a systematic study of the anatomic theory on distally based pedi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Zhang F,Zhang CC,Lin S,Zhang G,Zheng H

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postbariatric patients undergoing abdominoplasties were retrospectively analyzed to correlate postoperative local complications with the 2 most commonly used techniques of raising the abdominal flap: diathermocoagulation versus scalpel. All patients undergoing body-contouring abdominoplasties were included. Excluded w...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Araco A,Sorge R,Overton J,Araco F,Gravante G

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The reconstruction of scalp defects presents a clinical challenge. Free tissue transfer has played an increasingly important role in the reconstruction of complex scalp defects. In many cases, patient medical comorbidities along with the length of the operative procedures incurs significant patient risk. Artificial de...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Momoh AO,Lypka MA,Echo A,Rizvi M,Klebuc M,Friedman JD

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lipofibromatosis is a slow-growing, childhood soft-tissue neoplasm that is often confused with other conditions. We report a patient with lipofibromatosis causing extremity enlargement at birth. The lesion initially was thought to be a vascular anomaly or lipedema on clinical and MRI examination. When involving the lo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Greene AK,Karnes J,Padua HM,Schmidt BA,Kasser JR,Labow BI

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tissue engineering has largely focused on single tissue-type reconstruction (such as bone); however, the basic unit of healing in any clinically relevant scenario is a compound tissue type (such as bone, periosteum, and skin). Nanofibers are submicron fibrils that mimic the extracellular matrix, promoting cellular adh...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Reed CR,Han L,Andrady A,Caballero M,Jack MC,Collins JB,Saba SC,Loboa EG,Cairns BA,van Aalst JA

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seven male patients and 8 total ears underwent composite excision for neoplasm of the auricular helix. Defect size ranged from 2.5 to 4.5 cm exceeding the conventional limit of l.5 cm for wedge excision with primary closure. An incision at the root of the helix released the superior auricular muscle and a portion of t...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： McRae MC,Au A,Narayan D

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When exposing the orbit, the transconjunctival approach is regarded to have limited surgical exposure. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the versatile usability of extended transconjunctival approach, which can be extended medially and laterally, in reconstruction of medial orbital wall, floor, and even the late...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kim DW,Choi SR,Park SH,Koo SH

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The split-thickness skin graft (STSG) donor site dressing has been an inconclusive topic. Each of the Hydrofiber (Aquacel, ConvaTec A Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Deeside, UK) and silver dressings have applied in many types of wound care with favorable outcomes. Our study compared the ionic silver-containing Hydrofib...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lohsiriwat V,Chuangsuwanich A

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oncologic resection of musculoskeletal sarcoma sometimes requires reconstruction with vascularized soft tissue transplantation. To date, few reports have described treatment outcomes of such cases. In the present study, 55 cases were enrolled to examine oncologic/functional outcomes, complications, and the risks for p...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Morii T,Mochizuki K,Takushima A,Okazaki M,Satomi K

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study we present the first experimental vascularized penile allogenic transplantation model in the rat. In group 1 (n = 6), the vascular anatomy of the male rat perineal region was determined. In 12 Lewis rats of group 2 (n = 24), the penile composite graft was transplanted as isotransplant by microvascular an...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sonmez E,Nasir S,Siemionow M

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extra-articular crystalline deposition secondary to gout, and less commonly, pseudogout is a well known phenomenon. Despite this well-documented entity of extra-articular deposition, there have been few reports of infiltration of the flexor tendon sheath of the hand. Here, we present a case series of this unique occur...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Bullocks JM,Downey CR,Gibler DP,Netscher DT

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of the nose after severe burn injury is a challenging problem. There are usually associated facial burns, which limits the availability of local flaps. Reconstruction with unburned distant tissue is often not appropriate because of the resulting mismatch in color and texture. Successful nasal reconstruc...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Taylor HO,Carty M,Driscoll D,Lewis M,Donelan MB

更新日期：2009-02-01 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：:Swallowing and communication are occasionally impaired after free jejunal transfer. Here, the relationship between surgical procedure and functional outcome was analyzed in 236 patients undergoing free jejunal transfer after total laryngopharyngectomy from 1992 through 2003. Swallowing and communication functions were...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yasumura T,Sakuraba M,Kimata Y,Nakatsuka T,Hayashi R,Ebihara S,Hata Y

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tissue engineering is an interdisciplinary field that applies the principles of engineering and life sciences toward the development of biological substitutes that restore, maintain, or improve tissue function. This field has enjoyed tremendous growth in the past 10 years fuelled by its potential role in regenerating ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sterodimas A,De Faria J,Correa WE,Pitanguy I

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because myelomeningocele defects vary in size, shape, and location, no single procedure applies to all. A large number of techniques have been described for closing the back defects occurring after excision of the meningocele sac, but new studies focus more on simple, reliable, and versatile alternatives because large...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gümüş N

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dorsal hump reduction almost always breaks the internal nasal valve and nasal obstruction is likely to occur postoperatively, unless reconstructed. One hundred eighty patients were operated using both open and closed rhinoplasty approaches. Upper lateral cartilages were meticulously separated from their junction with ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ozmen S,Ayhan S,Findikcioglu K,Kandal S,Atabay K

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A muscle perforator flap is a unique form of fasciocutaneous flap whose circulation is derived from musculocutaneous perforators, but without including any muscle. This anatomic relationship intuitively should readily allow the formation of branch-based chimeric or polyflaps consisting of a cutaneous perforator flap a...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hallock GG

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angiosarcomas (AS) of the scalp are rare tumors with an extremely poor prognosis mostly affecting elderly patients. Given the special anatomic nature of the blood supply to the scalp, it must be presumed that the tumor has already spread at the time of the initial presentation. We report a simple and fast surgical pro...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Buschmann A,Lehnhardt M,Toman N,Preiler P,Salakdeh MS,Muehlberger T

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to compare laser nerve welding of hypoglossal-facial nerve to microsurgical suturing and a result of immediate and delayed repair, and to evaluate the effectiveness of laser nerve welding in reanimation of facial paralysis of the rabbit models. The first group of 5 rabbits underwent immediate ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hwang K,Kim SG,Kim DJ

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast augmentation is one of the leading esthetic surgeries, enjoying high satisfaction rates. Pain, nausea, and vomiting are frequent shortcomings of the immediate postoperative period. The aim of this study was to compare breast augmentation from the anesthetic point of view: general anesthesia (GA) versus monitore...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Eldor L,Weissman A,Fodor L,Carmi N,Ullmann Y

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite intense research, etiologies underlying syndromic craniosynostosis remain poorly understood. While syndrome-related genetic factors have garnered much attention, external forces likely play a large role as well. In contrast to well-defined genetic abnormalities that may be precisely identified and statisticall...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Sher S,Cole P,Kaufman Y,Hatef DA,Hollier L

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We propose that, the face should be regarded as an organ. We compare the anatomic structure and functions of the face with those of the kidney, one of the most commonly transplanted solid organs. Composite tissue allografts demonstrated to improve the quality of life. Although not classified as a life-essential transp...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Siemionow M,Sonmez E

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Correction of major saddle nose deformities is one of the greatest challenges in nasal surgery. Here, a new approach for the correction of major saddle nose deformities in which the missing parts of the nasal skeleton are replaced with their anatomic replicas sculptured from an autogenous osteocartilagineous rib graft...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mutaf M

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various techniques and modifications have been introduced in the treatment of mandibular prognathism. However, there are still few reports concerning long-term stability, especially using the intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy (IVRO) method. The purpose of this study was to investigate the long-term stability for corr...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Chen CM,Lee HE,Yang CF,Shen YS,Huang IY,Tseng YC,Lai ST

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study is to present an anatomic study and a dissection technique to prepare maxilla graft for transplantation. METHODS:Six fixed adult human cadavers were used for dissection of the maxilla grafts. Retrospective reviews of archives of 10 MRI and 5 angiographies of the maxillary region were...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yazici I,Cavusoglu T,Comert A,Vargel I,Cavusoglu M,Tekdemir I,Siemionow M

更新日期：2008-07-01 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：:Perforator flaps are widely used in reconstructive surgery, but little is known about the hemodynamic changes within these flaps. Recently, the blood velocity in the perforator artery was shown to be higher than that at the source vessel. This study was carried out to demonstrate the effect of this increased velocity ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Figus A,Ramakrishnan V,Rubino C

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The peripheral adipose tissue is a vital component of many procedures in reconstructive and esthetic surgery. There is a limited knowledge on hemodynamic changes of adipose tissue. A direct intravital microscopic observation method is needed for the measurement of microcirculatory changes occurring in peri...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yazici I,Siemionow M

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Suction-assisted lipectomy (SAL) in association with abdominoplasty has been regarded with trepidation, with ischemia of the apron flap, skin loss, and open wounds among the potential dire consequences. Leaving midabdominal and epigastric fatty excess, however, confers suboptimal contour and often a mediocre cosmetic ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kolker AR

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Asian breast reconstruction patient is usually of lower mean age, lower body mass index (BMI), and has relatively small breasts. This study aimed to investigate the outcome of 1-stage immediate breast reconstruction using saline-filled implants in the Asian patients.Between April 2002 and July 2005, 30 patients un...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Wang HY,Ali RS,Chen SC,Chao TC,Cheng MH

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00