abstract：:Recurrent soft-tissue digital masses with osseous components frequently result in diagnostic and treatment dilemmas. We discuss a case of a recurrent fibro-osseous pseudotumor of the digit, review specific diagnostic and histological features, and recommend treatment. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Prevel CD,Hanel DP

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reduction mammaplasty is usually accomplished under general anesthesia, often with an overnight stay. With cost-containment pressures, the ability to perform this surgery in an outpatient setting would have obvious benefits. We present a series of 338 patients who have undergone bilateral reduction mammaplasty over a ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Buenaventura S,Severinac R,Mullis W,Beasley M,Jacobs W,Wood D

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The two major surgical methods for improving the midface and its profile of Binder's syndrome (commonly referred to as "dish face" deformity of "C-shape" deformity) are bone or cartilage graft and osteotomy. The bone or cartilage graft limited to the nasal sill area is ineffective in changing the flatness of the paran...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Watanabe T,Matsuo K

更新日期：1996-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Upper airway obstruction after superiorly based pharyngeal flap procedures for the treatment of velopharyngeal insufficiency is described in this series of 32 flaps performed in 29 patients at our institution between 1979 and 1993. A high incidence of upper airway obstruction symptoms (38%) occurred in the early posto...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lesavoy MA,Borud LJ,Thorson T,Riegelhuth ME,Berkowitz CD

更新日期：1996-01-01 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：:Entrapment of the lateral femoral cutaneous (LFC) nerve as a source of anterolateral thigh dysesthesias has been recognized for 100 years. Despite this historic recognition, its diagnosis today is often delayed, and definitive treatment of refractory cases by surgical decompression rarely reported. This study describe...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Nahabedian MY,Dellon AL

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Marjolin's ulcer is an uncommon condition in which malignant transformation occurs in a chronic inflammatory focus. It was originally described in association with a thermal injury, however, its occurrence with protean chronic inflammatory foci has been described. We report the occurrence of and aggressive squamous ca...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Clements B,Lewis H,Lewis H,McKinstrey S,Gray J,Byrnes D

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Controversy as to benefits, risks, and long-term durability of the subcutaneous rhytidectomy as compared with the composite and the subcutaneous musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) rhytidectomy procedures has persisted over the last several years. Conventional surgical wisdom holds that deep-tissue support would provide ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Gamble WB,Manson PN,Smith GE,Hamra ST

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with homozygous sickle cell disease pose an enormous challenge to the reconstructive surgeon. Historically, the risk of attempting flap reconstruction was considered prohibitive. A successful case of immediate breast reconstruction with a "supercharged" bipedicled transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Hawes AS,Carlson GW

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cytokines are peptide mediators of inflammation that are being extensively studied in several aspects of disease. I provide an introduction to the general features of cytokine biology. Cytokines may be considered as either proinflammatory or anti-inflammatory compounds, and they also have potent hematopoietic effects....

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Remick DG

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prosthetic graft material is often used for the repair of abdominal wall defects that result from trauma, infection, neoplastic, or congenital deformities. A new material, porcine small intestinal submucosa, has been successfully used as an arterial and venous graft material in both canine and primate animal models wi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Prevel CD,Eppley BL,Summerlin DJ,Jackson JR,McCarty M,Badylak SF

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The principles and techniques of gene transfer are presented. Common concepts are defined, and the frequently used transfer vectors are described herein. Several gene transfer applications are discussed briefly. Areas of particular interest to the plastic surgeon such as gene transfer to skin and wounds are included. ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Slama J,Andree C,Winkler T,Swain WF,Eriksson E

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated three sheathing materials (autogenous vein, silastic, and polyglycolic acid fine mesh) using the rat model. Forty rats were divided into five groups of eight animals each. Group A animals underwent transection of the sciatic nerve but had no repair. In Group B, a standard epineural repair was performed...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Lolley RD,Bose WJ,Bastian F,Bassam B,Meyer FN,Anderson LD

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Locoregional recurrent and distant metastases from squamous cell carcinomas, despite multimodality therapy, remain troublesome clinical realities. Discrepancies in success rates of various surgery and radiation treatment regimens dealing with these problems are confusing to the clinician attempting to recommend the mo...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Baker DG,Morgan EP,Persing JA

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine the possible beneficial effect of postoperative splint immobilization after open carpal tunnel release, we performed a prospective, randomized study comparing 2 weeks of postoperative wrist splinting versus a bulky dressing only. Forty patients with 43 carpal tunnel releases were evaluated. There were no ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Bury TF,Akelman E,Weiss AP

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although there are many reports on bony fixations in finger replantations, information pertaining to fixation methods in toe-to-hand transplantations is scarce. The results of intraosseous wiring were evaluated in 68 toe-to-hand transplantations in 47 patients. Clinical and radiological evaluation of bony union was co...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yim KK,Wei FC

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From an anatomical standpoint, the support of the inferior two thirds of the nose is ensured by the cartilaginous septum. Usually, the reconstruction of total loss of the quadrangular cartilage is performed with some success by means of camouflage procedures such as L-shaped struts or cantilever grafts. In this articl...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Candiani P,Campiglio GL,Rizzo F,Gaini R

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Le Fort defined the classic weak points of facial fractures. Fractures of the midface and mandible are believed to require management with standard rigid fixation. Recent work has allowed mini- and microplating of multiple fracture fragments into more manageable larger segments for reduction and subsequent plating wit...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Evans GR,Clark N,Manson PN,Leipziger LS

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction involving seven venous flaps on six patients was performed. One saphenous venous flap demonstrated partial dermal necrosis; the remaining six survived completely. The largest flap to survive was 5 x 15 cm. Three technical requirements are emphasized; (1) a healthy recipient bed, (2) a donor site with a ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Xiu ZF,Chen ZJ

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disciplines using human body surface dimensions require accurate, repeatable measurements. This study presents a design for the analysis of repeatability, precision, and validation of a new anthropometric device. This model enables estimation of the proportion of the total variation attributable to each level of data ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kohn LA,Cheverud JM,Bhatia G,Commean P,Smith K,Vannier MW

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The gastrocnemius muscle flap has gained wide acceptance as a reconstructive technique for management of wounds of the knee and proximal tibia. The use of the muscle as a pedicle flap to the distal and middle femur has not been well quantified, and the proximal rotation arc has been underestimated. We report the use o...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Whitney TM,Heckler FR,White MJ

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic jejunal free flap harvesting with total intracorporeal small-bowel anastomosis in an animal model. Eight dogs underwent laparoscopic resection of 8 to 15 cm of jejunum with endoscopic GIA anastomoses and jejunal segment harvesting through the periumbilical laparoscopi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rosenberg MH,Sultan MR,Bessler M,Treat MR

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using a newly developed Doppler probe, we have found that a standard suture anastomosis in a rat femoral artery is accompanied by significant (30-60%) cross-sectional area stenosis, which dissipates to baseline levels within 24 hours. We hypothesized that spasm, deposition of coagulation products, or the suture techni...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Moskovitz MJ,Zhang L,Baron DA,Kanner BJ,Tuchler RE,Siebert JW

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Six patients underwent percutaneous pin placement, 17 intraoral corticotomies, and application of an Orthofix lengthening device to facilitate complex multiplanar distraction as mandated by the patient's specific deformity. The patients underwent gradual bony and soft-tissue distraction at the rate of .25 mm four time...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Pensler JM,Goldberg DP,Lindell B,Carroll NC

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A reverse dorsalis pedis flap based on the proximal communicating branch of the dorsalis pedis artery was successfully used to close distal forefoot defects in two patients. The skin paddle was oriented transversely across the ankle crease, allowing for direct closure of the flap donor site. Both patients maintained f...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Smith AA,Arons JA,Reyes R,Hegstad SJ

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The relative merit of cartilage scoring versus suturing in otoplasty remains a subject of debate among leading plastic surgeons. We compared a variety of otoplasty techniques in 42 rabbit ears using anterior or posterior scoring, horizontal or vertical mattress sutures, and combinations of scoring and suturing. The ea...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rohrich RJ,Friedman RM,Liland DL

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arterialized venous flaps are the result of the search for new flap techniques because conventional flaps are sometimes insufficient and have donor-site morbidity problems. In the patient presented here, a free arterialized venous flap measuring 12 x 8 cm was transferred from the forearm to a burn-scarred area on the ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Yilmaz M,Menderes A,Karaca C,Barutçu A

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This represents the initial report of intestinal revascularization with pedicled omental flaps producing bowel segments that are capable of surviving without their native mesenteric perfusion. In 10 mongrel dogs, a pedicled omental flap supplied by the left gastroepiploic arcade was sutured along a seromuscular incisi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rand RP,Jurkiewicz MJ

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fibromuscular dysplasia is an uncommon angiopathy that is principally observed in the renal and carotid arteries. Digital ischemia resulting from fibromuscular dysplasia of the forearm arteries is a rare occurrence. This article describes a case of distal radial and ulnar artery fibromuscular dysplasia presenting as p...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Khatri VP,Gaulin JC,Amin AK

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of prophylactic antibiotics in reduction mammoplasty has been random and its efficacy unproven. This study reviewed 106 consecutive inferior pedicle technique reduction mammoplasties. Two groups were identified; 47 patients received prophylactic antibiotics and 59 patients did not. The decision of who received...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Serletti JM,Davenport MS,Herrera HR,Caldwell EH

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstruction of the lower and upper lips, commissure, and full-thickness cheek defects using a composite radial forearm palmaris longus free flap with secondary commissuroplasty is described. This flap is useful for reconstruction of the total lower lip as well as larger defects that include full-thickness cheek and...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Furuta S,Sakaguchi Y,Iwasawa M,Kurita H,Minemura T

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The reconstruction of small and thin defects in the orbital area using vascularized cortex is described herein. This vascularized cortex is taken from the medial supracondyle area of the femur because a small, thin, and flexible bone can be harvested. We have treated 5 patients with orbital bony defects that would hav...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Kobayashi S,Kakibuchi M,Masuda T,Ohmori K

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 69-year-old woman with a history of mastectomy and radiotherapy for breast carcinoma demonstrated extensive anterior thoracic wall radionecrosis 22 years later. The latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap was chosen to repair two distant ulcerative defects. Chest wall coverage was performed by dividing the muscle int...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Rouanet P,Jozwik M,Pujol H

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Silicone-gel breast implant rupture is difficult to diagnose preoperatively. A variety of radiological methods have been used for diagnosis. This study prospectively compares film-screen mammography, high-resolution sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of implant rupture using predetermined diag...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Reynolds HE,Buckwalter KA,Jackson VP,Siwy BK,Alexander SG

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

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：:The fate of the Zyderm II, Zyplast, Vicryl, and chromic gut was histologically examined up to 1 year following subcutaneous implantation into rats. Our data demonstrated both Zyderm II and Zyplast to be inert materials without inflammatory response; there was no difference in long-term persistence between these two co...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Ozgentaş HE,Pindur A,Spira M,Liu B,Shenaq S

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although most commonly seen with dental extractions, inferior alveolar nerve injury is occasionally seen with orthognathic surgery and facial trauma. Nerve grafting can be performed by lateral corticotomy without the use of maxillomandibular fixation. A case is reported with this technique and recovery of sensibility ...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Evans GR,Crawley W,Dellon AL

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 2-year-old girl sustained full-thickness burns to the anterior chest. Skin grafting was performed after spontaneous eschar separation in 1 breast and after delayed tangential excision after wound demarcation in the other breast. Both breasts developed equally, indicating that careful tangential excision to viable ti...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： al-Qattan MM,Zuker RM

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is general agreement that Dupuytren's contracture is a genetic disorder that occurs predominantly in white men of Northern European ancestry. It appears rarely in the purely black population. We present our experience from Temple University of 8 black patients with Dupuytren's contracture. We also present a revi...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Mitra A,Goldstein RY

更新日期：1994-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ability of the prostacyclin analogue iloprost to improve survival of ischemic experimental skin flaps was investigated. Unilateral island skin flaps based on the superficial inferior epigastric vessels were raised in 70 rats and subjected to varying lengths of primary ischemia. The flaps were divided into the foll...

journal_title：Annals of plastic surgery

authors： Senderoff DM,Israeli D,Zhang WX,Urken ML,Weinberg H

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00