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Evaluation of the use of auricular composite graft for secondary unilateral cleft lip nasal alar deformity repair. 耳廓复合移植物修复继发性单侧唇裂鼻翼畸形的疗效评价。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-09-25 DOI: 10.1155/2014/270285

Percy Rossell-Perry, Carolina Romero-Narvaez

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引用次数: 3

Abdominoplasty improves quality of life, psychological distress, and eating disorder symptoms: a prospective study. 腹部成形术改善生活质量、心理困扰和饮食失调症状:一项前瞻性研究。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-11-24 DOI: 10.1155/2014/197232

Kai M M Saariniemi, Asko M Salmi, Hilkka H Peltoniemi, Marjo H Helle, Pia Charpentier, Hannu O M Kuokkanen

{"title":"Abdominoplasty improves quality of life, psychological distress, and eating disorder symptoms: a prospective study.","authors":"Kai M M Saariniemi, Asko M Salmi, Hilkka H Peltoniemi, Marjo H Helle, Pia Charpentier, Hannu O M Kuokkanen","doi":"10.1155/2014/197232","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/197232","url":null,"abstract":"Background. Only some studies provide sufficient data regarding the effects of nonpostbariatric (aesthetic) abdominoplasty on various aspects of quality of life. Nevertheless, when considering the effects on eating habits, publications are lacking. Therefore we decided to assess the effects of nonpostbariatric abdominoplasty on eating disorder symptoms, psychological distress, and quality of life. Materials and Methods. 64 consecutive women underwent nonpostbariatric abdominoplasty. Three outcome measures were completed: the Eating Disorder Inventory (EDI), Raitasalo's modification of the Beck Depression Inventory (RBDI), and the 15D general quality of life questionnaire. Results. The mean age at baseline was 42 years and the mean body mass index (BMI) 26.4. Fifty-three (83%) women completed all the outcome measures with a mean follow-up time of 5 months. A significant improvement from baseline to follow-up was noted in women's overall quality of life, body satisfaction, effectiveness, sexual functioning, and self-esteem. The women were significantly less depressive and had significantly less drive for thinness as well as bulimia, and their overall risk of developing an eating disorder also decreased significantly. Conclusions. Abdominoplasty results in significantly improved quality of life, body satisfaction, effectiveness, sexual functioning, self-esteem, and mental health. The risk of developing an eating disorder is decreased significantly. This trial is registered with Clinicaltrials.gov NCT02151799. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"197232"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/197232","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32907095","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 29

Surgical implications of asymmetric distribution of dermal collagen and elastic fibres in two orientations of skin samples from extremities. 四肢皮肤样本两个方向真皮胶原和弹性纤维不对称分布的外科意义。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-12-23 DOI: 10.1155/2014/364573

Naveen Kumar, Pramod Kumar, Satheesha Nayak Badagabettu, Keerthana Prasad, Ranjini Kudva, Raghuveer Coimbatore Vasudevarao

{"title":"Surgical implications of asymmetric distribution of dermal collagen and elastic fibres in two orientations of skin samples from extremities.","authors":"Naveen Kumar, Pramod Kumar, Satheesha Nayak Badagabettu, Keerthana Prasad, Ranjini Kudva, Raghuveer Coimbatore Vasudevarao","doi":"10.1155/2014/364573","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/364573","url":null,"abstract":"Background. Clinically, scar related complications are observed to be dissimilar in different regions of the body. Unequal distribution of dermal collagen and elastic fibres in different orientations could be one of the multifocal causes of scar related complications, for which this evaluating study has been taken up. Materials and Method. 300 skin samples collected in horizontal and vertical orientations were studied histomorphometrically. This study involved image analysis of specially stained histological section using tissue-quant software. The outcome result was termed as quantitative fraction. From the result, various ratio values were also calculated for the ratio analysis. Results. The differences in the quantitative fraction of dermal elastic content between 2 directions were statistically significant at joint areas (shoulder joint, wrist, and ankle) (P < 0.001) but for collagen, significant difference was observed at shoulder joint and wrist only. Dermis of the forearm and thigh did not show any differences in their collagen content, but for elastic, thigh did show a significant difference while forearm had no change between 2 directions. Conclusion. Analysis of unequal content of dermal element in two directions under the perspective of wound healing consequences is subjective depending upon the anatomical position and functional status of the areas. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"364573"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/364573","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32973708","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 9

Augmentation rhinoplasty in cleft lip nasal deformity: preliminary patients' perspective. 隆鼻术治疗唇裂鼻畸形:初步患者视角。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-09-01 DOI: 10.1155/2014/202560

William H C Tiong, Mohd Ali Mat Zain, Normala Hj Basiron

{"title":"Augmentation rhinoplasty in cleft lip nasal deformity: preliminary patients' perspective.","authors":"William H C Tiong, Mohd Ali Mat Zain, Normala Hj Basiron","doi":"10.1155/2014/202560","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/202560","url":null,"abstract":"The correction of cleft lip nasal deformity is challenging and there have been numerous methods described in the literature with little demonstrated technical superiority of one over another. The common clinical issues associated with cleft lip nasal deformity are its lack of symmetry, alar collapse on the affected side, obtuse nasal labial angle, short nasal length, loss of tip definition, and altered columella show among others. We carried out augmentation of cleft lip rhinoplasties with rib graft in 16 patients over the one-year study period. Each of these patients was reviewed and given questionnaire before and after surgery to evaluate their response on the outcome to the approach. Preoperatively, nasal asymmetry is the main complaint (14/16, 87.5%) among our series of patients. Postoperatively, 12 (75%) patients out of the 16 reported significant improvement in their nasal symmetry with the other four marginal. All patients reported excellent nasal projection postoperatively with good nasal tip definition. Our series of patients reported overall good satisfaction outcome and will recommend this procedure to other patients with cleft lip nasal deformity. In conclusion, augmentation of cleft lip rhinoplasty can be employed to achieve perceivable and satisfactory outcome in patients with cleft lip nasal deformity. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"202560"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/202560","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32694517","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 12

Venous Thromboembolism following Elective Aesthetic Plastic Surgery: A Longitudinal Prospective Study in 1254 Patients. 选择性美容整形手术后静脉血栓栓塞:1254例患者的纵向前瞻性研究。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-10-09 DOI: 10.1155/2014/565793

Denis Souto Valente, Lauro Aita Carvalho, Rafaela Koehler Zanella, Sibelie Valente

{"title":"Venous Thromboembolism following Elective Aesthetic Plastic Surgery: A Longitudinal Prospective Study in 1254 Patients.","authors":"Denis Souto Valente, Lauro Aita Carvalho, Rafaela Koehler Zanella, Sibelie Valente","doi":"10.1155/2014/565793","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/565793","url":null,"abstract":"Background. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a disorder with short-term mortality and long-term morbidity. Healthy patients submitted to elective aesthetic plastic surgeries (EAPS) have risk factors to develop VTE not well established yet. The objective of this study was to examine the incidence and risk factors for VTE in these patients. Methods. Longitudinal, prospective (minimum follow-up of 3 months), observational study. Comprehensive information on patient characteristics and surgeries performed was obtained. Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative risk factors were analyzed for their association with VTE. Results. A total of 1254 patients were included in the study. Postoperative VTE occurred in 17 (1,35%) of patients. VTE was more frequent in patients more than 40 years old (82.3%). Smoking, patients with 2 or 3 pregnancies, and hormone replacement therapy, and oral contraceptives use presents higher levels of VTE. In this study we have not found any correlation between liposuction, augmentation mammoplasty, mastopexy, and rhinoplasty as an isolated risk factor for VTE. Conclusions. The incidence of VTE in patients undergoing EAPS was 1.35%. Patients with more than 40 years of age, tobacco users, patients with 2 or more pregnancies, and hormone replacement therapy or oral contraceptives use presents higher levels of VTE. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"565793"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/565793","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32796347","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 16

A systematic review of the evolution of laser Doppler techniques in burn depth assessment. 激光多普勒技术在烧伤深度评估中的发展综述。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-08-07 DOI: 10.1155/2014/621792

Manaf Khatib, Shehab Jabir, Edmund Fitzgerald O'Connor, Bruce Philp

{"title":"A systematic review of the evolution of laser Doppler techniques in burn depth assessment.","authors":"Manaf Khatib, Shehab Jabir, Edmund Fitzgerald O'Connor, Bruce Philp","doi":"10.1155/2014/621792","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/621792","url":null,"abstract":"Aims. The introduction of laser Doppler (LD) techniques to assess burn depth has revolutionized the treatment of burns of indeterminate depth. This paper will systematically review studies related to these two techniques and trace their evolution. At the same time we hope to highlight current controversies and areas where further research is necessary with regard to LD imaging (LDI) techniques. Methods. A systematic search for relevant literature was carried out on PubMed, Medline, EMBASE, and Google Scholar. Key search terms included the following: \"Laser Doppler imaging,\" \"laser Doppler flow,\" and \"burn depth.\" Results. A total of 53 studies were identified. Twenty-six studies which met the inclusion/exclusion criteria were included in the review. Conclusions. The numerous advantages of LDI over those of LD flowmetry have resulted in the former technique superseding the latter one. Despite the presence of alternative burn depth assessment techniques, LDI remains the most favoured. Various newer LDI machines with increasingly sophisticated methods of assessing burn depth have been introduced throughout the years. However, factors such as cost effectiveness, scanning of topographically inconsistent areas of the body, and skewing of results due to tattoos, peripheral vascular disease, and anaemia continue to be sighted as obstacles to LDI which require further research. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"621792"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/621792","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32633959","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 38

Helping hands: a cost-effectiveness study of a humanitarian hand surgery mission. 援助之手:人道主义手部手术任务的成本效益研究。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-08-20 DOI: 10.1155/2014/921625

Kashyap K Tadisina, Karan Chopra, John Tangredi, J Grant Thomson, Devinder P Singh

{"title":"Helping hands: a cost-effectiveness study of a humanitarian hand surgery mission.","authors":"Kashyap K Tadisina, Karan Chopra, John Tangredi, J Grant Thomson, Devinder P Singh","doi":"10.1155/2014/921625","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/921625","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose. Congenital anomalies and injuries of the hand are often undertreated in low-middle income countries (LMICs). Humanitarian missions to LMICs are commonplace, but few exclusively hand surgery missions have been reported and none have attempted to demonstrate their cost-effectiveness. We present the first study evaluating the cost-effectiveness of a humanitarian hand surgery mission to Honduras as a method of reducing the global burden of surgically treatable disease. Methods. Data were collected from a hand surgery mission to San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Costs were estimated for local and volunteer services. The total burden of disease averted from patients receiving surgical reconstruction was derived using the previously described disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) system. Results. After adjusting for likelihood of disability associated with the diagnosis and likelihood of the surgery's success, DALYs averted totaled 104.6. The total cost for the mission was $45,779 (USD). The cost per DALY averted was calculated to be $437.80 (USD), which is significantly below the accepted threshold of two times the per capita gross national income of Honduras. Conclusions. This hand surgery humanitarian mission trip to Honduras was found to be cost-effective. This model and analysis should help in guiding healthcare professionals to organize future plastic surgery humanitarian missions. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"921625"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/921625","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32671871","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 34

Strategy of surgical management of peripheral neuropathy form of diabetic foot syndrome in ghana. 加纳糖尿病足综合征周围神经病变形式的外科治疗策略。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-07-24 DOI: 10.1155/2014/185023

W M Rdeini, P Agbenorku, V A Mitish

{"title":"Strategy of surgical management of peripheral neuropathy form of diabetic foot syndrome in ghana.","authors":"W M Rdeini, P Agbenorku, V A Mitish","doi":"10.1155/2014/185023","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/185023","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction. Foot disorders such as ulceration, infection, and gangrene which are often due to diabetes mellitus are some major causes of morbidity and high amputation. Aim. This study aims to use a group of methods for the management of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) in order to salvage the lower limb so as to reduce the rate of high amputations of the lower extremity. Materials and Methods. A group of different advanced methods for the management of DFU such as sharp debridement of ulcers, application of vacuum therapy, and other forms of reconstructive plastic surgical procedures were used. Data collection was done at 3 different hospitals where the treatments were given. Results. Fifty-four patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus were enrolled in the current study: females n = 37 (68.51%) and males n = 17 (31.49%) with different stages of PEDIS classification. They underwent different methods of surgical management: debridement, vacuum therapy (some constructed from locally used materials), and skin grafting giving good and fast results. Only 4 had below knee amputations. Conclusion. Using advanced surgical wound management including reconstructive plastic surgical procedures, it was possible to reduce the rate of high amputations of the lower limb. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"185023"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/185023","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32610560","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 3

Effect of extracorporeal shock wave treatment on deep partial-thickness burn injury in rats: a pilot study. 体外冲击波治疗对大鼠深度部分厚度烧伤的影响:初步研究。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-11-06 DOI: 10.1155/2014/495967

Gabriel Djedovic, Florian Stefan Kamelger, Johannes Jeschke, Hildegunde Piza-Katzer

{"title":"Effect of extracorporeal shock wave treatment on deep partial-thickness burn injury in rats: a pilot study.","authors":"Gabriel Djedovic, Florian Stefan Kamelger, Johannes Jeschke, Hildegunde Piza-Katzer","doi":"10.1155/2014/495967","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/495967","url":null,"abstract":"Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) enhances tissue vascularization and neoangiogenesis. Recent animal studies showed improved soft tissue regeneration using ESWT. In most cases, deep partial-thickness burns require skin grafting; the outcome is often unsatisfactory in function and aesthetic appearance. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the effect of ESWT on skin regeneration after deep partial-thickness burns. Under general anesthesia, two standardized deep partial-thickness burns were induced on the back of 30 male Wistar rats. Immediately after the burn, ESWT was given to rats of group 1 (N = 15), but not to group 2 (N = 15). On days 5, 10, and 15, five rats of each group were analyzed. Reepithelialization rate was defined, perfusion units were measured, and histological analysis was performed. Digital photography was used for visual documentation. A wound score system was used. ESWT enhanced the percentage of wound closure in group 1 as compared to group 2 (P < 0.05). The reepithelialization rate was improved significantly on day 15 (P < 0.05). The wound score showed a significant increase in the ESWT group. ESWT improves skin regeneration of deep partial-thickness burns in rats. It may be a suitable and cost effective treatment alternative in this type of burn wounds in the future. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"495967"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/495967","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32845987","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 13

Palliative reconstructive surgery: contextualizing palliation in resource-poor settings. 姑息性重建手术:资源贫乏环境下的姑息治疗。

Plastic Surgery International Pub Date : 2014-01-01 Epub Date: 2014-10-30 DOI: 10.1155/2014/275215

Peter M Nthumba

{"title":"Palliative reconstructive surgery: contextualizing palliation in resource-poor settings.","authors":"Peter M Nthumba","doi":"10.1155/2014/275215","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/275215","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction. Palliative care in Kenya and the larger Sub-Saharan Africa is considered a preserve of hospices, where these exist. Surgical training does not arm the surgeon with the skills needed to deal with the care of palliative patients. Resource constraints demand that the surgeon be multidiscipline trained so as to be able to adequately address the needs of a growing population of patients that could benefit from surgical palliation. Patients and Methods. The author describes his experience in the management of a series of 31 palliative care patients, aged 8 to 82 years. There were a total of nine known or presumed mortalities in the first year following surgery; 17 patients experienced an improved quality of life for at least 6 months after surgery. Fourteen of these were disease-free at 6 months. Conclusion. Palliative reconstructive surgery is indicated in a select number of patients. Although cure is not the primary intent of palliative surgery, the potential benefits of an improved quality of life and the possibility of cure should encourage a more proactive role for the surgeon. The need for palliative care can be expected to increase significantly in Africa, with the estimated fourfold increase of cancer patients over the next 50 years. ","PeriodicalId":20105,"journal":{"name":"Plastic Surgery International","volume":"2014 ","pages":"275215"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1155/2014/275215","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"32927528","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

引用次数: 3