{"title":"A Loose Body Can Simulate A Dorsal Wrist Ganglion","authors":"V. Rachapalli, A. Mahajan, W. Thomas","doi":"10.5580/702","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/702","url":null,"abstract":"Loose bodies in the wrist are quite rare. Although they have been reported in the past, clinical inspection does not show any signs of a loose body. This case report shows the presentation of a loose body in the wrist to clinically simulate a ganglion.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"205 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122688836","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Surgical Management Of A Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberance Of The Face","authors":"A. Agarwal, Sandipan Gupta, G. Guha","doi":"10.5580/19c8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/19c8","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberance(DFSP) is a rare cutaneous tumor of unknown etiology. The lesion frequently develops on the extremities (mostly the lower legs) trunk, and rarely above neck. It is usually asymptomatic, although pruritus and tenderness are not uncommon. DFSP is a cutaneous malignancy that arises from the dermis and invades deeper subcutaneous tissue (eg, fat, fascia, muscle, bone). Two cases of dermatofibroma of the face presented to us of which is a pigmented variety also called bednar [6] . WE report these cases as these tumors are rare and though an entity known for about 9 decades still much is research is to be done regarding the management. Materials & Methods : Two cases of Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberance of face of which one was pigmented variety, presented to Plastic Surgery OPD between July 2003 to December 2005. These cases were managed by wide excision and reconstruction by local rotational flaps to achieve cosmetically good results.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"31 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131721608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Layered Dermabrasion: A Simple Controlled Method For The Treatment Of Tattoos","authors":"J. Mohammad","doi":"10.5580/1a31","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/1a31","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: Many methods of decorative skin tattoos removal have been attempted with varying rates of success. An innovative technique of combined operative and postoperative therapeutic method to remove such kind of tattoos is presented. Methods: The study was conducted from 2002 till 2006. All patients with skin decorative tattoos were treated according to a standard surgical technique and protocol. Layered dermabrasion of the tattoos consists of deeper dermabrasion of the tattooed skin accompanied with superficial dermabrasion of the surrounding normal (non-tattooed) skin. Post operative skin care consists of applying different types of anti-scaring ointments with a silicone sheath. Results: There were 26 male patients with decorative skin tattoos. The success rate was remarkable with high satisfaction rate by all patients. Post operative hypertrohic scarring rate was less than 9%. Conclusion: Layered dermabrasion is a simple dermabrasion method which helps in treating decorative skin tattoos very efficiently. Such technique, with adequate post operative anti-scarring skin care, will ensure efficient removal of the tattoo pigments with loss of its features once the treated skin heals.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"19 6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114071292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical Application Of Natural Tissue Expansion In The Face","authors":"A. Mahajan, T. Chapman","doi":"10.5580/224e","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/224e","url":null,"abstract":"Full thickness skin grafts always leave a scar irrespective of where they are taken from. If scars are inevitable for other concomitant surgery we should use this to our advantage. Here, we describe the use of an area of naturally expanded skin on the face for full thickness skin grafting.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"392 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115991301","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Peno-Preputial Incisions In Hypospadiac Surgery","authors":"Rb Singh, S. Dalal","doi":"10.5580/1511","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/1511","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: To evaluate the role of micro-sized (2-3 mm) peno-preputial incisions (PPIs) in reduction of post-operative penopreputial edema (PPE) following hypospadiac urethroplasties. Patients and methods: Between 2001-2006, 30 patients (n=15 degloved penile skin, n=5 edematous Byer's flaps, n=3 reconstructed prepuce and n=7 more than 1 cm wide mucosal collar) were tried for micro-sized (2-3 mm) PPIs which were made 0.5-1 cm apart from each other, all round along the long axis of the under lying vessels of peno-preputial skin. The depth of incisions varied from skin deep to skin-dartos deep. Results: The micro-sized PPIs effectively controlled early as well as late post-operative PPE. The PPIs healed within 7-10 days without any complications. Conclusion: PPIs can be made safely without potentiating any per or post-operative complication. These incisions reduce PPE and shorten post-operative period for subsequent surgical procedures by promoting early softening, suppling and maturation of the dissected tissues.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"95 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124182019","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Extended dartos fascial flaps in distal Snodgrass TIP urethroplasties","authors":"R. B. Singh, S. Dalal","doi":"10.5580/227a","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/227a","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: To evaluate the role of extended dartos fascial flaps in prevention of urethro-cutaneous fistulas (UCFs) in distal Snodgrass TIP urethroplasties. Patients and methods: Between 2004-2006, 18 distal hypospadiacs without chordee, aged 10-14 years with well-developed phallus and urethral plate, underwent distal Snodgrass TIP urethroplasties. Extended dartos fascial flaps were harvested by deepithelialization of 5 mm strip of penile skin pedicled on one side of the urethral plate. The pedicled dartos fascial flaps were turned over to the other side across the mid line of the seam of the re-constructed neo-urethral tubes (tubularization of the median incised and grafted urethral plate) to provide them an in continuity re-enforcement against fistulization. Results: Two of the 18 distal hypospadiacs had developed eccentrically placed micro UCFs, which healed spontaneously within 3 weeks of follow up due to their oblique fistulous tracts which were unfavorable for epithelialization. Conclusions: The extended dartos fascial flaps provide mechanical and biological support to the under lying neo-urethral tubes, and prevent fistula-associated morbidities by avoiding suture line superimpositions.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116099033","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Supplementation for Phalangeal Pseudoarthrosis Treatment: A preliminary case report","authors":"S. Nishimoto, T. Oyama, T. Tsugawa, N. Toda","doi":"10.5580/17a6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/17a6","url":null,"abstract":"Pseudoarthrosis is rare. Though, when it occurs, lots of efforts are required to cure. Platelet rich plasma (PRP), concentrated from blood, have attracted attention as a good source of growth factors that stimulate cells to proliferate, migrate and restore the damaged sites. Two cases of acquired pseudoarthrosis were successfully treated with PRP, produced from the patients' own peripheral blood or bone marrow aspirate, in conjunction with external fixation. Bone union was obtained in both cases. We present these cases as a preliminary report. PATIENTS AND TREATMENT PROCESSING PLATELET RICH PLASMA PRP was produced under the protocol, optimized previously in authors' Department for the clinical use of PRP.1 Under general anesthesia, peripheral blood or bone marrow aspirate was drawn into 20-ml syringes containing 3ml of anticoagulant; citrate-phosphate-dextrose solution (Terumo, Tokyo, Japan), prior to the surgery. After gentle inverting mixture, the mixture was poured into 10-ml tubes with caps. The tubes were set in a centrifuge separator placed besides the operating table and spun at 40g for 20 minutes. Supernatant, including buffy coat and slightly red layer, was decanted to the other tubes. Platelets and other cells are spun down at 800g for 10 minutes. Clear supernatant was decanted off and precipitate was resuspended to get PRP. Approximately, 1x10/ml platelets and 2x10/ml white blood cells were contained in peripheral blood derived PRP. 1x10/ml platelets and 6x10/ml nucleated cells were contained in bone marrow aspirate derived PRP.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"16 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124356524","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Animal Bites And Reconstruction","authors":"S. Saraf","doi":"10.5580/876","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/876","url":null,"abstract":"Animal bites resulting in significant tissue loss poses unique reconstructive challenge. This article reviews management of series of eleven cases of bite wounds with tissue loss and presents treatment guidelines for the same on the basis of the results.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"36 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115862309","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Surgical Site Infection Complicating Leech Therapy","authors":"J. Orsini, G. Sakoulas","doi":"10.5580/ae0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/ae0","url":null,"abstract":"Aeromonas hydrophila infections are a recognized complication of postoperative leech application, and can occur with measurable frequency in populations of patients treated with leeches. We report a case of an abdominal flap infection caused by multiple organisms, including A. hydrophila, in a patient treated with leech therapy. Prompt surgical evaluation of wounds in combination with appropriate antibiotic therapy is recommended for the management of these infections.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"4 2","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"120999292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Case Of Striae Distensae Associated With Tissue Expander Inflation","authors":"C. Lau, R. Waters","doi":"10.5580/1934","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5580/1934","url":null,"abstract":"We present a case of striae distensae associated with tissue expander inserted in a 17 year old patient with developmental breast asymmetry.","PeriodicalId":284795,"journal":{"name":"The Internet Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"203 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2006-12-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133904980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}