{"title":"Role of Robotics in Neuromodulator and Filler Injections of Face","authors":"Krishan Mohan Kapoor, Aanandita Kapoor, Dario Bertossi","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1775867","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1775867","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract In recent years, robots have been increasingly used in various fields of medicine, including surgery, dentistry, and ophthalmology. One of the newest and most promising applications of robotic technology in medicine is in the field of facial aesthetics, particularly in the injection of facial fillers and neuromodulators. While facial injections have traditionally been performed manually by trained physicians and nurses, the introduction of robots has the potential to revolutionize the field, offering a range of potential benefits, including increased precision, accuracy, and consistency of results. However, the significant disadvantages of robots are high cost, lack of flexibility and personal touch, limited experience, and risk of injury due to malfunction.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"126 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135888789","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 Century of Laffer-Ascher Syndrome","authors":"Parveen Rewri, Swapnil Garg, Rajender Kumar, Gulab Gupta","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1776140","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1776140","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Laffer-Ascher syndrome is characterized by double lips, blepharochalasis, and nongoiter thyroid enlargement. The syndrome was first described in 1923 and several case reports have been published thereafter. We illustrate the syndrome through a case of a 46-year-old woman who presented with both upper and lower double lips and blepharochalasis, and review the literature published. Thyroid involvement is the most inconsistent feature of the syndrome complex described in reported cases.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"13 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135825494","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":"Management of Post–Electric Burn Microstomia by Free Radial Artery Forearm Flap in a 1-Year-Old Child","authors":"Raj Kumar Manas, Sujoy Kumar Chatterji","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1776008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1776008","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Management of post–electric burn microstomia is a challenging task, especially in children, as it causes difficulty in feeding and airway problems (secondary to nasal airway blockage). The recreated defect is often full thickness and requires full-thickness tissue for reconstruction. The free flap can provide adequate normal tissue for the restoration of functions and aesthesis of the perioral region. However, performing free flaps in children is equally demanding due to small-diameter vessel anastomosis and postoperative monitoring. We present a case of postburn microstomia that was managed by contracture release and reconstruction by free radial artery forearm flap in a 1-year-old child. Postoperatively, at 6 months of follow-up, the flap settled well and the child was able to open his mouth fully with good aesthetic outcome. The free flap can be considered a good and safe option for perioral contracture release and reconstruction for better functional and aesthetic outcomes.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"150 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136142201","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":"Homodigital Unipedicled Islanded Neurovascular Pulp Advancement Flap/Colombo Flap for Fingertip Reconstruction: A Case Series with a Novel Technique","authors":"Jeewan Pradeep Rankothkumbura, Iddagoda Hewage Don Samitha Prasad, Gamini Kaushalya Gayamali, Dammika Abeywickrama Dissanayake","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1775868","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1775868","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Fingertip injury is the most common type of upper extremity injury. Operative treatment with flap cover is required for tissue loss causing bone exposure and when there is a compelling need to preserve the length, unless microvascular replantation is possible. There are many techniques described for this purpose offering varying degrees of good outcomes. Yet there are limitations and long-term problems. We report a case series with a novel technique named “Colombo flap,” which is a neurovascular islanded advancement flap based on a single pedicle. Five fingers of four consented patients were operated using this technique and they were followed up for 2.5 years. All had satisfactory sensory recovery (S3 +/S4), preserved range of motion (ROM) at interphalangeal joints, good grip strengths, and satisfactory outcomes based on Michigan Hand Questionnaire (MHQ). There were no complications such as flap necrosis, infection, and neuroma formation. Hook nail deformity was minimal and none had pain or cold intolerance.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"222 4 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136142739","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":"Restoring Quality of Life: Assessing the Impact of Free Flap Reconstruction in Coronavirus Disease 2019-Associated Rhino-Orbital Mucormycosis Patients","authors":"Neeraj Rao, Anand Agrawal, Akshay Kapoor, Vishal Mago, Madhubari Vathulya, Debarati Chattopadhyay","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1776011","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1776011","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Background In India, between May 5 and July 2021, 41,512 cases and 3,554 deaths due to mucormycosis were reported in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-infected patients or COVID-19-recovered patients. COVID-19-associated rhino-orbital mucormycosis (CAROM) has been associated with adverse effects that can affect oral health, vision, and physical as well as emotional functioning. After the radical debridement of CAROM and antifungal therapy, reconstructive surgery should be employed to restore function and aesthetics; however, limited clinical data exist on its potential effect on the quality of life (QOL) of these patients. Objective Our objective was to assess the QOL among CAROM patients reconstructed with free flap surgery. Materials and Methods This analysis studied 19 patients of CAROM who had maxillectomy and/or orbital exenteration defects reconstructed with free flaps at a tertiary care center. All these patients were free from any residual disease, as confirmed by tissue biopsy taken from the affected area. The QoL of these patients was assessed 1 week preoperatively and 4 to 6 months postoperatively using the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire Head and Neck Module (EORTC QLQ-HN43) questionnaire module. Results There was a statistically significant improvement in 10 out of the total 19 parameters (p < 0.05) which include pain in the mouth, problems opening mouth, speech, swallowing, weight loss, dry mouth and sticky saliva, body image, fear of progression, social contact, and social eating. Conclusion The EORTC QLQ-HN43 questionnaire module presented a statistically significant improvement in the functional as well as psychological status of the CAROM patients undergoing reconstruction by free flap surgery.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136142199","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}
Madhu Periasamy, Vamseedharan Muthukumar, Hari Venkatramani, S. Raja Sabapathy
{"title":"Recipient Vessel Dissection Technique in Diabetic Foot Patients with Perivascular Fibrosis","authors":"Madhu Periasamy, Vamseedharan Muthukumar, Hari Venkatramani, S. Raja Sabapathy","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1775870","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1775870","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Diabetic foot ulcers are becoming more prevalent, and microsurgical free flaps are gaining popularity in salvaging the foot after postdebridement. The perivascular fibrosis around the recipient vessels often makes the dissection of vessels difficult. In this article, we describe a technique of dissection in such situations where fibrosis and dissection of vessels are fraught with danger. In the period from November 2020 to May 2023, 72 free flap reconstructions of the diabetic foot were done at our institute using this technique, with a success rate of 95.8%.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"218 3 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136142196","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":"“Lid Switch Flap” for Subtotal Upper Eyelid Reconstruction: Where the Flap Pedicle and the Point of Rotation Should be Located","authors":"Athanasios Karonidis, Stefanos Tsallas, Liberis Louros","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1775866","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1775866","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract We report our experience using the “lid switch flap” for the reconstruction of large upper eyelid defects, emphasizing on the design, the point of flap rotation, and the detailed description of the surgical technique. From 2018 to 2021, three patients with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) invading 50 to 70% of the upper eyelid underwent tumor excision. The defects were reconstructed using the two-stage “lid switch flap” method. At the first stage, the “switch flap” from the lower eyelid was designed medially based preferably, elevated and “switched” to the defect, whereas the pedicle was divided at the second stage in 2 to 3 weeks. The mean of defect widths after tumor excision (D) was 23.6 mm (range: 18–29 mm) and the mean of widths of lid switch flaps (F) was 15.3 mm (range: 10–20 mm), and thus, the mean of F/D ratio was 0.63 (range: 0.55–0.69). The histopathology report confirmed the complete excision of the SCCs. The patients were followed up for 2 years. The functional and aesthetic results were excellent. Level of Evidence Level II, therapeutic study.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"41 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136142197","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 New Method of Matrix-Based Triage for Nuclear Disasters","authors":"Pramod Kumar, Apoorva Gupta","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1775869","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1775869","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract During nuclear disaster, infrastructure is severely damaged and injuries are often combined trauma/burns and whole-body radiation. This makes triage difficult, especially when resources are severely deficient. To solve this problem, in this article, the authors have suggested a new less technology-dependent radiation dosimetry and quick triage using a specially designed triage matrix during nuclear disasters.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"28 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136142200","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":"Management of Epirubicin Extravasation Injuries of the Hand with Debridement and Flap Cover—A Case Series","authors":"Rajesh Yellinedi, Mukunda Reddy Damalachervu, Rambabu Nuvvula, Subramanyeshwar Rao Thammineedi","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1774787","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1774787","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Chemotherapy extravasation injury is an iatrogenic injury due to extravasation of the drug from the vessel during infusion therapy. Among various chemotherapeutic drugs, DNA binding vesicants like epirubicin and doxorubicin can lead to extensive tissue necrosis following extravasation. They are commonly used in many chemotherapy regimens including those for carcinoma breast. We present our case series in the management of these wounds with aggressive debridement and regional (pedicled groin)/free flaps (superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator, lateral arm) for cover in five patients. All flaps healed well with patient returning to further treatment in 3 to 4 weeks post-surgery with preservation of hand function. Thus, early recognition of the type of drug that has extravasated is crucial. Regional and free flaps are superior to local flaps because there are no extra incisions and grafts on the limb that has already been injured.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"35 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136294496","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":"Reversible No-Reflow Phenomenon in a Free Flap after 16 Hours","authors":"Shylesh Ramesh Babu, Anjana Malhotra, Urvi Ashok Shah, Puja Bhaurao Dandekar, Himanshu Prakash Chindarkar, Avinash Kumar Doddi, Sourabh Shankar Chakraborty","doi":"10.1055/s-0043-1775553","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1775553","url":null,"abstract":"A patent vascular tree within the flap and anastomosis are quintessential for the success of a microvascular free flap. Any thrombus or vasoconstriction severely affects the blood flow in the flap. Intraoperative ischemia time also plays a major role in the flap. Various clinical and objective methods have been designed that help in the postoperative monitoring and timely intervention to reverse an impending free flap failure by identifying the cause. Here, we discuss an interesting scenario about a free flap showing signs of flap failure (clinical and objective) during the immediate postoperative period up to 16 hours, but later on survived completely without active intervention.","PeriodicalId":47204,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery","volume":"64 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135304412","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}