Ad hoc posterior tibial vessels perforator propeller flaps for the reconstruction of lower third leg soft- tissue defects
Conclusion: With inability of preoperatively dopplering the perforators in the lower third leg region, the exploratory posterior nondelineating incision was used in all cases to secure the single best perforator for the propeller flaps. Thus adhoc posterior tibial vessel propeller flaps are dependable, easily adoptable for the reconstruction of soft tissue defects of the lower third leg region. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Thalaivirithan Margabandu Balakrishnan Jayagosh Ramkumar Janardhanan Jaganmohan Source Type: research

Acetic acid dressings: Finding the Holy Grail for infected wound management
Conclusion: pH of the wound environment plays a pivotal role in wound healing. Acetic acid with concentration of 1% has shown to be efficacious against wide range of bacteria as well as fungi, simultaneously accelerating wound healing. Acetic acid is non-toxic, inexpensive, easily available and efficient topical agent for effective elimination of wound infections caused due to multi-drug resistant, large variety of bacteria and fungus. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Kapil S Agrawal Anup Vidyadhar Sarda Raghav Shrotriya Manoj Bachhav Vinita Puri Gita Nataraj Source Type: research

Evaluation of facial artery perforator-based flaps in reconstruction of facial defects
Conclusions: We concluded that facial artery perforator flap can be a simple, safe, versatile and one-stage alternative to the traditional flaps in the reconstruction of small-to-moderate-sized facial defects. Neck dissection can be safely done in the same sitting. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Goutam Guha Dipmalya Chatterjee Siddhartha Biswas Kaushik Das Rupnarayan Bhattacharya Tapan Sarkar Source Type: research

A study the various clinical and electrophysiological parameters of severity of carpal tunnel syndrome, their correlation with post-operative recovery
Conclusions: Although pre-operative clinical scores of severity and electrophysiology have a diagnostic role in CTS, they do not correlate with post-operative recovery and in turn fail to predict the extent of post-operative recovery before surgery. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Sushil Ramesh Nehete Binita B Raut Amita S Hiremath R Mukund Thatte Source Type: research

A novel technique using a subcutaneously pedicled islanded prolabial flap for the secondary correction of bilateral cleft lip and nasal deformity
Conclusions: This technique is a new addition to the repertoire of procedures which already exist for the correction of bilateral cleft lip nose deformity. It is safe, reliable and has a good aesthetic outcome with no significant morbidity. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Nitin J Mokal Mahinoor Feroze Desai Source Type: research

A comprehensive functional classification of cleft hand: The DAST concept
Conclusions: The necessity to include and to assess all determinants of function and complexity in these hands to standardise the choice of management, gave rise to the DAST system of classification; an acronym for all the morphological determinants of the anomaly (D = Digits missing, A = Associated anomalies in the hand, S = Site of cleft, T = Functional state of the Thumb). Numerical values were assigned to each component in increasing order of complexity. Score for each determinant as well as the aggregate score indicates the degree of complexity in a graphic manner. The DAST ...
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Alok Sharma Namita Sharma Source Type: research

Three component cartilage framework reconstruction for correction of post-traumatic nasal septal collapse
Conclusion: This technique has distinct advantages over the conventional techniques as the framework of separate components maintains pliability of the lobule, supports the internal valve and offers good control of aesthetic needs. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Uday Bhat Tarush Gupta Mahesh Nair Mayur Mantri Mangesh Pawar Amresh Baliarsing Source Type: research

A learning module in hair restoration surgery: A simple and economic method to learn all steps of strip method of hair follicles harvesting and implantation
Conclusion: This is very economical and user-friendly system to learn all steps of strip method of hair follicle harvesting and methods of implantation as well. The materials used are available around us and anyone can learn as well as train his or her technicians in very short time. (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Anil Kumar Garg Seema Garg Source Type: research

Dr. Kuldeep Singh Goleria: A True Karma Yogi
Vinita PuriIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2017 50(3):228-229 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Vinita Puri Source Type: research

Farewell, dear readers & #8230;
Mukund JagannathanIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2017 50(3):227-227 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - March 8, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Mukund Jagannathan Source Type: research

Prof. Kuldeep Singh Goleria
Ravin Thatte, Vinita PuriIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2017 50(2):224-225 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - December 28, 2017 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Ravin Thatte Vinita Puri Source Type: research

An axillary port with concealed scar for liposuction of gynaecomastia
Satyanarayan MishraIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2017 50(2):221-223 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - December 28, 2017 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Satyanarayan Mishra Source Type: research

A modified Lund and Browder chart
Arun MurariIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2017 50(2):220-221 (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - December 28, 2017 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Arun Murari Source Type: research

Direct electrical injury to brachial plexus
We present a case of a 17-year-old boy who sustained accidental electrical injury to left upper extremity with no associated entry or exit wounds. Complete motor and sensory loss in upper limb were noted immediately after injury. Subsequently, the patient showed partial recovery in muscles around the shoulder and in ulnar nerve distribution at 6 months. However, there was no improvement in muscles supplied by musculocutaneous, median and radial nerves. On exploration at 6 months after trauma, injury to the infraclavicular plexus was identified. Reconstruction of musculocutaneous, median and radial nerves by means of sural ...
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - December 28, 2017 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Maksud Mubarak Devale Gaurav Jatin Kadakia Vicky Ghewarchand Jain Rohit Prakash Munot Source Type: research

Flap cover in a patient with severe haemophilia type A
Narender Manickavachakan, Sunderraj Ellur, Vijay Thomas Mattyoo Joseph, Jonathan Victor, Cecil R RossIndian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2017 50(2):213-216Haemophilia A is a rare haematological disorder due to deficiency of Factor VIII, causing an abnormal coagulation response to injury. In severe haemophilia A, Factor VIII level is (Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery)
Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - December 28, 2017 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Narender Manickavachakan Sunderraj Ellur Vijay Thomas Mattyoo Joseph Jonathan Victor Cecil R Ross Source Type: research