abstract：:The columella is a significant factor in the aesthetic balance of the nose, particularly the lower one-third of the nose. Its position is dependent on the anatomical constituents of the columella, and neighboring anatomical structures. Six components of the hanging columella have been identified: the caudal septum, me...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Rohrich RJ,Afrooz PN

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is an uncommon neoplasia occurring in women with either cosmetic or reconstructive breast implants. The actual knowledge about BIA-ALCL deriving from the literature presents several limits, and it remains difficult to make inferences about BIA-ALCL ep...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Nava MB,Adams WP Jr,Botti G,Campanale A,Catanuto G,Clemens MW,Del Vecchio DA,De Vita R,Di Napoli A,Hall-Findlay E,Hammond D,Heden P,Mallucci P,Martin Del Yerro JL,Muti E,Rancati A,Randquist C,Salgarello M,Stan C,Roc

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap, which is a modification of the muscle-sparing free transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) flap, is being more frequently used in an effort to reduce postoperative abdominal morbidity. However, there is no consensus as to which of these flaps i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Uda H,Kamochi H,Sarukawa S,Sunaga A,Sugawara Y,Yoshimura K

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent studies have demonstrated low levels of National Institutes of Health funding for surgical research. The authors compared the funding in plastic surgery with the funding for other surgical specialties. METHODS:A query of National Institutes of Health grants awarded to departments of surgical specialt...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Silvestre J,Abbatematteo JM,Chang B,Serletti JM

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Weight gain is common in breast cancer patients and increases the risk of recurrence and mortality. The authors assessed the impact of autologous breast reconstruction on body mass index patterns after diagnosis in mastectomy patients. METHODS:Women undergoing therapeutic mastectomy at the authors' institut...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cho EH,Shammas RL,Glener AD,Greenup RA,Hwang ES,Hollenbeck ST

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Open tibia fractures are commonly stratified by the Gustilo classification, an orthopedic grading system that does not incorporate the presence of arterial injury when limb perfusion is intact. In the authors' experience, however, the presence of arterial injury appears to negatively impact microsurgical out...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Stranix JT,Lee ZH,Jacoby A,Anzai L,Avraham T,Thanik VD,Saadeh PB,Levine JP

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Understanding the precise anatomy in experimental animals is crucial for correct design of research projects. Rats are commonly used for scientific research in plastic surgery because of their availability in academic institutions, moderate cost, and sizable vessels for microsurgical procedures. In past publ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Suami H,Scaglioni MF

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Modern breast reconstruction often involves microvascular reconstruction. The most common recipient vessels are the internal mammary artery and vein. Recently, there has been great focus on efficiency, but much of this emphasis has been directed to faster flap harvest or recovery protocols for expeditious di...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Haddock NT,Teotia SS

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Of the nearly 90,000 implant-based breast reconstructions performed in the United States, the majority use internal soft-tissue support. Aesthetically, these constructs may allow for better positioning of prosthesis, improve lower pole expansion, and increase projection. They may have particular utility in direct-to-i...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Kim JYS,Mlodinow AS

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Periorbital volume loss creates a shadow frame, and traditional excisional blepharoplasties may aggravate the situation. Divergence in filling treatments establishes a demand for simple and reproducible techniques to achieve consistent results. Here, the author's hollow upper eyelid evaluation and treatment ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ramil ME

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is an increased push for plastic surgery units in the United States to become independent departments administered autonomously rather than as divisions of a multispecialty surgery department. The purpose of this research was to determine whether there are any quantifiable differences in the academic p...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Loewenstein SN,Duquette S,Valsangkar N,Avula U,Lad N,Socas J,Flores RL,Sood R,Koniaris LG

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Academic research productivity is limited by strenuous resident and faculty schedules but nevertheless is imperative to the growth and success of our discipline. The authors report institutional experience with their clinical research fellowship model, providing two positions per year. METHODS:A critical an...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Carney MJ,Weissler JM,Koltz PF,Fischer JP,Wu LC,Serletti JM

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Age is a frequent consideration for surgical timing in pediatric craniofacial surgery for optimal psychosocial development. However, systematic evaluations of the effects of age in children under active treatment have not been thoroughly evaluated. METHODS:Ninety-nine patients (age, 8 to 17 years; 46.5 perc...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Volpicelli EJ,Pfaff MJ,Hakimi K,Bradley JP,Solem RC,Lee JC

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The primary objective of this study was to investigate whether the application of antithrombotic therapies affects the success rate of digit replantation. METHODS:A total 477 digits of 319 patients who received dextran with low-molecular-weight heparin, dextran with prostaglandin E1, or no antithrombotic th...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Zhu H,Zhu X,Zheng X

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sagittal craniosynostosis typically presents shortly after birth, with a scaphocephalic head shape, and is addressed surgically for functional and aesthetic concerns. This study highlights the authors' experience with a challenging patient population: those with phenotypically mild, missed, and late-developi...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Ruane EJ,Garland CB,Camison L,Fenton RA,Nischal KK,Pollack IF,Tamber MS,Grunwaldt LJ,Losee JE,Goldstein JA

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nipple-sparing mastectomy with immediate prosthetic reconstruction is routinely performed because of excellent aesthetic results and safe oncologic outcomes. Typically, subpectoral expanders are placed, but in select patients, this can lead to significant postoperative pain and animation deformity, caused by...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sbitany H,Piper M,Lentz R

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The increasing use of autologous fat grafting in breast cancer patients has raised concerns regarding its oncologic safety. This study evaluated patient outcomes and tumor recurrence following mastectomy reconstruction and autologous fat grafting. METHODS:Retrospective chart review identified patients who u...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cohen O,Lam G,Karp N,Choi M

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Greater provider volume is associated with better outcomes. There is, however, a paucity of evidence on volume-outcome associations for surgical complications and 30-day all-cause rehospitalization after free tissue transfer or free flap surgery. Surgical complications and frequent rehospitalization are impo...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Mahmoudi E,Lu Y,Chang SC,Lin CY,Wang YC,Chang CJ,Cheng MH,Chung KC

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The motor innervation of the lower orbicularis oculi has not been clearly established. There is a discrepancy between anatomical descriptions and clinical outcomes of the motor innervation of the pretarsal orbicularis oculi muscle. Therefore, the purposes of this study were to identify every motor and sensor...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Choi Y,Kang HG,Nam YS,Kang JG,Kim IB

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After reading this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Describe the basic science of chronic wounds. 2. Discuss the general and local factors that should be considered in any patient with a chronic wound. 3. Discuss the rationale of converting a chronic wound into an acute wound. 4. Descr...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Jones CM,Rothermel AT,Mackay DR

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Understand the role of prenatal screening and counseling of parents of unborn children with syndromic craniosynostosis. 2. Recognize the genetic abnormalities, craniofacial phenotype, associated anomalies, and challenges associated w...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Taylor JA,Bartlett SP

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cephalic index is often used to evaluate sagittal craniosynostosis corrections; however, validation of this measure remains untested. METHODS:A three-part study was designed to (1) determine the normal distribution of cephalic indices in untreated sagittal craniosynostosis; (2) examine index values in t...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fearon JA,Ditthakasem K,Herbert M,Kolar J

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perception of beauty is influenced by geographic, ethnic, cultural, and demographic factors. However, objective measurements remain the foundation for aesthetic evaluations. In the quest to better define the "ideal" female buttock, this study assumes interdependence among variables such as country of residen...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Heidekrueger PI,Sinno S,Tanna N,Szpalski C,Juran S,Schmauss D,Ehrl D,Ng R,Ninkovic M,Broer PN

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In women who require postmastectomy radiation therapy, immediate autologous breast reconstruction is often discouraged. The authors prospectively evaluated postoperative morbidity and satisfaction reported by women undergoing delayed or immediate autologous breast reconstruction in the setting of postmastect...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Billig J,Jagsi R,Qi J,Hamill JB,Kim HM,Pusic AL,Buchel E,Wilkins EG,Momoh AO

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Have a clear understanding of the evolution of concepts of velopharyngeal dysfunction, especially as it relates to patients with a cleft palate. 2. Explain the subjective and objective evaluation of speech in children with velopharyn...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Naran S,Ford M,Losee JE

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient- and parent-reported outcomes are increasingly considered as measures of treatment effectiveness for congenital conditions. The authors' specific aim was to review the use of patient- and parent-reported outcomes of quality of life, activities of daily living, perception of hand appearance, and satis...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Bickham RS,Waljee JF,Chung KC,Adkinson JM

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The buccal space, with its fat pad, is a valuable, overlooked target in facial rejuvenation procedures. The authors identified a specific group of patients who have normal or prominent malar projection in the presence of atrophy of the buccal fat pad, with or without prominent gonial angles. Eight of 24 prospectively ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cohen SR,Fireman E,Hewett S,Saad A

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast augmentation with subglandular versus subpectoral implants may differentially impact the early detection of breast cancer and treatment recommendations. The authors assessed the impact of prior augmentation on the diagnosis and management of breast cancer in women undergoing mastectomy. METHODS:Breas...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Cho EH,Shammas RL,Phillips BT,Greenup RA,Hwang ES,Hollenbeck ST

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tracking world cases of breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) is currently limited to patient registries at a few academic centers, dependent upon patient referral and case reports in the literature. The purpose of this study was to review and compare federal database adverse event ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Srinivasa DR,Miranda RN,Kaura A,Francis AM,Campanale A,Boldrini R,Alexander J,Deva AK,Gravina PR,Medeiros LJ,Nast K,Butler CE,Clemens MW

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：LEARNING OBJECTIVES:After reading this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Describe biofilm pathogenesis as it relates to problem wounds. 2. Understand the preclinical and clinical evidence implicating biofilm in problem wounds. 3. Explain the diagnostic and treatment challenges that biofilms create for prob...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Barker JC,Khansa I,Gordillo GM

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Given the short recovery and immediate results, facial fillers have become a popular alternative to surgical rejuvenation of the face. Reported complications arising from facial filler injections include erythema, tissue loss, blindness, stroke, and even death. In this article, the authors describe their anatomically ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Scheuer JF 3rd,Sieber DA,Pezeshk RA,Gassman AA,Campbell CF,Rohrich RJ

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Since the 2012 approval of shaped implants, their use in breast reconstruction has increased in the United States. However, large-scale comparisons of complications and patient-reported outcomes are lacking. The authors endeavored to compare surgical and patient-reported outcomes across implant types. METHO...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Khavanin N,Clemens MW,Pusic AL,Fine NA,Hamill JB,Kim HM,Qi J,Wilkins EG,Kim JYS

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adipose-derived stem cells and other stromal vascular fraction cells were used more often for stem cell therapy, even though limitations such as poor cell retention rate, complicated and expensive isolation processes, and the use of specific laboratory equipment need to be overcome. METHODS:Here, the author...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Yao Y,Dong Z,Liao Y,Zhang P,Ma J,Gao J,Lu F

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pierre Robin sequence is characterized by mandibular retrognathia and glossoptosis resulting in airway obstruction and feeding difficulties. When conservative management fails, mandibular distraction osteogenesis or tongue-lip adhesion may be required to avoid tracheostomy. The authors' goal was to prospecti...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Khansa I,Hall C,Madhoun LL,Splaingard M,Baylis A,Kirschner RE,Pearson GD

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent years, labiaplasty has jumped in popularity, despite opposition to the procedure. In 2007, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists declared the recommendation of cosmetic vaginal procedures to be "untenable," although in 2016 they allowed consideration of labiaplasty in adolescents ...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Sorice SC,Li AY,Canales FL,Furnas HJ

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Direct-to-implant breast reconstruction is a predictable, reliable, and cost-effective reconstruction. Most units performing direct-to-implant reconstructions recommend the use of an acellular dermal matrix or a mesh to reinforce the lower pole of the breast reconstruction. METHODS:Two hundred seventy-two c...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Serrurier LCJ,Rayne S,Venter M,Benn CA

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Women are less likely to reach top-level leadership positions, and more likely to leave academic positions, than men, and are likely to earn less money than men. Women are also less likely to initiate a negotiation-a process that is crucial for professional advancement. This reluctance to ask hinders their advancement...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Fischer LH,Bajaj AK

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Le Fort III osteotomy represents the foundation of surgical correction for midface hypoplasia. One serious complication of Le Fort III osteotomy is severing the internal maxillary artery or its branches during osteotome advancement for pterygomaxillary dysjunction. This study sought to characterize the relev...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Orra S,Tierney WS,Capone AC,Gharb BB,Papay FA,Doumit G

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Secondary lymphedema is often observed in postmalignancy treatment of the breast and the gynecologic organs, but effective therapies have not been established in chronic cases even with advanced physiologic operations. Currently, reconstructive surgery with novel approaches has been attempted. METHODS:The h...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Hayashida K,Yoshida S,Yoshimoto H,Fujioka M,Saijo H,Migita K,Kumaya M,Akita S

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Penile inversion vaginoplasty is considered to be the gold standard for gender reassignment surgery in transgender women. The use of additional full-thickness skin graft as neovaginal lining is controversial. Some believe that having extra penile skin for the vulva gives better aesthetic results. Others beli...

journal_title：Plastic and reconstructive surgery

authors： Buncamper ME,van der Sluis WB,de Vries M,Witte BI,Bouman MB,Mullender MG

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00