Letter to the Editor: Comment on Galán R, et al. A4 Pulley Reconstruction Using the Superficialis Oblique Flap and the Transverse Double Loop Techniques: A Biomechanical Evaluation Using a Chicken Model (Ann Plast Surg 2021;87:650–656)
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor: Comment on Kosyk MS, et al. Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis for Tongue-Based Airway Obstruction Without Micrognathia (Ann Plast Surg 2021;88:54–58)
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor: Comment onEl-Gammal TA, et al. Long-Term Outcome of Phrenic Nerve Transfer in Brachial Plexus Avulsion Injuries (Ann Plast Surg 2021;86:188–192)
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor: Comment on Lai YW, et al. Personal Approach to Optimizing Inframammary Fold Incision for Asian Augmentation Mammoplasty (Ann Plast Surg 2021;86:S143–S147)
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor: Comment on Ngaage LM, et al. Global Burn Registry Perspective on Head and Neck Burns (Ann Plast Surg 2021;87:33-38)
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
Invited Commentary from the authors of: Saldanha FYL, et al. Incorporating Cleft Lip Simulation into a “Bootcamp-Style” Curriculum
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor: Comment on Saldanha FYL, et al. Incorporating Cleft Lip Simulation into a “Bootcamp-Style” Curriculum (Ann Plast Surg 2021;86:210–216)
No abstract available (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Letters and Commentary Source Type: research
A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Techniques for Management of Postoperative Lymphatic Leaks After Groin Surgery
Purpose
Plastic surgeons are often consulted to manage postoperative groin lymphatic leaks that may lead to serious sequelae if not promptly treated. Because there are no standardized guidelines for best treatment practices, this systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates the outcomes of multiple management modalities to ultimately guide decision making for surgeons.
Methods
Literature surrounding lymphatic leaks in the groin was reviewed from PubMED, MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library from January 1, 2000, to December 1, 2020 according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analy...
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Review Papers Source Type: research
Eye Sphincter Reanimation in Facial Paralysis: Evaluation, Indications, Techniques, and Outcomes
Facial nerve paralysis (FNP) sequela includes dysregulation of the ocular surface protective mechanism, nasolacrimal system pump failure and punctal eversion causing chronic epiphora, foreign body sensation, corneal injury, and, in the most severe cases, visual loss, particularly in the presence of comorbid corneal hypesthesia. Concerns over the ocular surface protection in FNP patients have led to the development of numerous static and dynamic procedures. While initial assessment of the FNP patients is complex and requires a comprehensive understanding of the blink reflex physiology, clinical evaluation and the use of add...
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Review Papers Source Type: research
Extracellular Vesicles Isolated From Hypoxia-Preconditioned Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Promote Hypoxia-Inducible Factor 1α–Mediated Neovascularization of Random Skin Flap in Rats
Conclusions
Intradermal injecting HT-ASC-EVs improve the survival of random skin flap by promoting HIF-1α–mediated angiogenesis in rat model. (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Transplantation Surgery and Research Source Type: research
Pumping the Periosteum: A Feasibility Study
Purpose
Gradual elevation of periosteum from the bone surface is known to promote the adaptation of soft tissues and the formation of hard tissues. The aim of our study was to estimate the benefit of periosteal distraction osteogenesis (PDO) on de novo bone formation in a rat model.
Materials and Methods
After device placement, animals were allowed for a latency period of 7 days. Animals in the PDO group were subjected to distraction at a rate of 0.1 mm/d for 10 days. In the periosteal pumping (PP) group, the animals were subjected to distraction at a rate of 0.1 mm/d. The direction of distraction was alternated...
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Research Source Type: research
Does Oral Propranolol Improve the Final Outcome of All Involuted Infantile Hemangiomas? A Matched Retrospective Comparative Study
This study aimed to investigate the long-term therapeutic effect of oral propranolol for IHs.
Methods
We present an individual matching comparative study with (1) oral propranolol therapy for mixed and deep IHs on the lips, nose, and parotid and (2) lesion type– and lesion location–matched untreated IHs as controls. Patients' follow-up photographs were assessed by 3 surgeons blinded of their treatment. Outcome measures were the quantification of the degree of sequelae ranging from 1 to 4 and the age at which IH achieved involution arrest.
Results
Ten groups of oral propranolol and untreated patients with ...
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Research Source Type: research
Intraoperative Fluorescence Angiography in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction: Identifying Risk Factors and Outcomes
Background
Intraoperative fluorescence angiography (FA) has been described as a useful adjunct to physical examination in predicting mastectomy skin flap viability for immediate breast reconstruction. Its use has been described as a screening tool for mastectomy skin flap viability as well as a test used only for patients at high risk for mastectomy skin flap loss. We performed a national database review of implant-based breast reconstruction surgeries to determine the practice patterns of FA in this patient cohort and to determine if this technology impacted clinical outcomes.
Methods
A national insurance claim...
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Research Source Type: research
Urethra Reconstruction and Revision Urethroplasty in Pedicled Anterolateral Thigh Flap Penile Reconstruction
Conclusions
The characteristics and requirements of patients should be considered before designing a surgical plan. The tube-in-tube technique is the first choice for reconstructing the penis and urethra in a single stage for thinner patients. For other patients, a different flap can be used as a substitute for urethral reconstruction. The SCIAP, pudendal-thigh, and pedicled scrotal flaps can be used to reconstruct the urethra. The tubed SCIAP flap and pudendal-thigh flap are reliable, simple, and suitable for revision urethroplasty. (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Reconstructive Surgery Source Type: research
Salvage Procedures for Facial Reanimation With Neurovascular Flaps When Previous Surgeries Failed: Is Homolateral Vessel or Nerve Depletion a Contraindication?
Conclusions
Neurovascular free flap can be successfully performed to restore facial motion after depletion of homolateral recipient vessels or nerves after previous facial or cranial base surgeries. In these cases, interposition vascular grafts or the pedicle of previous flaps are essential to provide vascularization as well as an optimal orientation of flaps, to reach recipient nerves in a 1-step procedure. (Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Annals of Plastic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Peripheral Nerve Surgery and Research Source Type: research
