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Augmenting the Breast Reconstruction: Core Projection With Hybrid Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction With Flap and Stacked Prepectoral Acellular Dermal Matrix

01/14/2025

Anna E. Daytz , BS;

Raquel A. Minasian , MD;

Susana Benitez Sanchez , MD;

Jina Yom , BA;

Christopher Aiello , BS;

Emma Robinson , BS;

Mark L. Smith , MD;

Neil Tanna , MD, MBA;

Exploring the innovative HyPAD technique for enhancing soft tissue volume and core projection in autologous breast reconstruction without implants.

Exploring the innovative HyPAD...

01/14/2025

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Case Report

Collagen Matrix and Staged Skin Grafting for Plantar Reconstruction: Lessons Learned in Treatment of Palmoplantar Keratoderma

12/18/2024

Joowon Choi , MD, MBS;

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Mark E. Feldmann , MD;

Novel two-stage collagen bilayer matrix and skin grafting approach evaluated for plantar reconstruction in pediatric patients with palmoplantar keratoderma.

Novel two-stage collagen bilayer...

12/18/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Original Research

Results of a Single-Institution Quality Improvement Initiative to Reduce Perioperative Blood Transfusion During Open Complex Cranial Vault Reconstruction

12/13/2024

Joshua M. Wright , MBBS;

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S. Alex Rottgers , MD;

Alexandra Miller , MPH, CPH;

Jamie Fierstein , PhD;

Lillian Zamora , MD;

Allison Fernandez , MD, MBA;

Examining perioperative strategies to optimize blood management and reduce complications in pediatric craniosynostosis surgery through a quality improvement initiative.

Examining perioperative...

12/13/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Original Research

Use of Continuous Topical Oxygen Therapy in Combination to Optimize the Chronic Wound Environment Prior to Cellular, Acellular, and Matrix-Like Product Application: A Retrospective Case Series

12/06/2024

Naz Wahab , MD, FAAFP, FAPWCA;

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Explore how continuous topical oxygen therapy aids wound bed preparation for advanced CAMP treatments in challenging lower extremity wound cases.

Explore how continuous topical...

12/06/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Case Q&A

Pedicled Bilateral Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap With Intraflap Anastomosis for Hip/Thigh Reconstruction

12/05/2024

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Mahsa Taskindoust , MD;

Jenny Yu , MD;

Duane Wang , MD;

Discover how deep inferior epigastric perforator flaps are used for lower extremity reconstruction, optimizing perfusion, and overcoming challenges in complex defect coverage.

Discover how deep inferior...

12/05/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Original Research

Effects of Screening Hemoglobin A1C on Complications in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction

12/04/2024

Anthony E. Capito , MD, FACS;

Nikitha Potturi , MD;

Christina N. Canzoneri , MD;

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Stephanie Hamlin , BS ;

Joowon Choi , MD, MBS;

Alicia J. Lozano , MS;

Wenyan Ji , MA;

Kurtis E. Moyer , MD, FACS;

This study examines HbA1c screening's predictive value for postoperative complications in implant-based breast reconstruction through a retrospective, propensity-matched cohort analysis.

This study examines HbA1c...

12/04/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Original Research

Statewide Prevalence of Congenital Hand Anomalies: A 6-Year Review of Patients Presenting to Mississippi's Only Children's Hospital

12/03/2024

Brittany N. Corder , BS;

Katherine C. Benedict , MD;

Hannah G. Buie , BS ;

Reagan M. Moak , BS ;

Martin G. McCandless , BS ;

Marc E. Walker , MD, MBA;

This study analyzed congenital upper extremity anomalies at University of Mississippi Medical Center, identifying incidence trends from 2015-2020 using ICD codes and demographic data.

This study analyzed congenital...

12/03/2024

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From ePlasty

Case Report

Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interfaces for the Management of Symptomatic Non-extremity Neuropathic Pain and Neuromas

10/23/2024

Navya Baranwal , BA;

Jesse E. Menville , BA;

Elijah M. Persad-Paisley , BA;

Nikhil Sobti , MD;

Loree K. Kalliainen , MD, MA;

Regenerative peripheral nerve interfaces (RPNI) effectively treat non-extremity neuropathic pain. A review of seven patient cases highlights diverse trauma-related nerve injuries.

Regenerative peripheral nerve...

10/23/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Original Research

Effect of Tissue Expanders Filled With Saline Versus Air on Longitudinal Breast Reconstruction Outcomes

10/23/2024

Mohammed Shaheen , JD;

Rachna Goli , BA;

Pooja Yesantharao , MD;

Connor Arquette , MD;

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A retrospective study of 69 patients compared air versus saline intraoperative fill in 2-stage breast reconstruction, focusing on postoperative outcomes.

A retrospective study of 69...

10/23/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Case Report

Not a Jersey Finger – A Case of a Closed Traumatic Rupture of the Small Finger Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon at the Lumbrical Origin

10/23/2024

Alexander M. Germann , MD;

Sharon S. Stanley , MD;

A 55-year-old man experienced proximal rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon while moving heavy furniture, requiring surgical repair.

A 55-year-old man experienced...

10/23/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Original Research

Coincidence of Brachial Plexus Upper Trunk and Long Thoracic Nerve Injuries in 50 Patients With Winged Scapula: Improvements in Shoulder Stability and Functional Movements After Decompression and Neurolysis

10/17/2024

Rahul K. Nath , MD;

Chandra Somasundaram , PhD;

This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.

This study documents...

10/17/2024

ePlasty

From ePlasty

Recently Published

Original Research

Results of a Single-Institution Quality Improvement Initiative to Reduce Perioperative Blood Transfusion During Open Complex Cranial Vault Reconstruction

12/13/2024

Joshua M. Wright , MBBS;

;

S. Alex Rottgers , MD;

Alexandra Miller , MPH, CPH;

Jamie Fierstein , PhD;

Lillian Zamora , MD;

Allison Fernandez , MD, MBA;

Examining perioperative strategies to optimize blood management and reduce complications in pediatric craniosynostosis surgery through a quality improvement initiative.

Examining perioperative...

12/13/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

Use of Continuous Topical Oxygen Therapy in Combination to Optimize the Chronic Wound Environment Prior to Cellular, Acellular, and Matrix-Like Product Application: A Retrospective Case Series

12/06/2024

Naz Wahab , MD, FAAFP, FAPWCA;

;

Explore how continuous topical oxygen therapy aids wound bed preparation for advanced CAMP treatments in challenging lower extremity wound cases.

Explore how continuous topical...

12/06/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

Effects of Screening Hemoglobin A1C on Complications in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction

12/04/2024

Anthony E. Capito , MD, FACS;

Nikitha Potturi , MD;

Christina N. Canzoneri , MD;

;

Stephanie Hamlin , BS ;

Joowon Choi , MD, MBS;

Alicia J. Lozano , MS;

Wenyan Ji , MA;

Kurtis E. Moyer , MD, FACS;

This study examines HbA1c screening's predictive value for postoperative complications in implant-based breast reconstruction through a retrospective, propensity-matched cohort analysis.

This study examines HbA1c...

12/04/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

Statewide Prevalence of Congenital Hand Anomalies: A 6-Year Review of Patients Presenting to Mississippi's Only Children's Hospital

12/03/2024

Brittany N. Corder , BS;

Katherine C. Benedict , MD;

Hannah G. Buie , BS ;

Reagan M. Moak , BS ;

Martin G. McCandless , BS ;

Marc E. Walker , MD, MBA;

This study analyzed congenital upper extremity anomalies at University of Mississippi Medical Center, identifying incidence trends from 2015-2020 using ICD codes and demographic data.

This study analyzed congenital...

12/03/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

Effect of Tissue Expanders Filled With Saline Versus Air on Longitudinal Breast Reconstruction Outcomes

10/23/2024

Mohammed Shaheen , JD;

Rachna Goli , BA;

Pooja Yesantharao , MD;

Connor Arquette , MD;

;

A retrospective study of 69 patients compared air versus saline intraoperative fill in 2-stage breast reconstruction, focusing on postoperative outcomes.

A retrospective study of 69...

10/23/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

10/17/2024

Rahul K. Nath , MD;

Chandra Somasundaram , PhD;

This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.

This study documents...

10/17/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

Use of Dermal Substrate for the Treatment of Pediatric Deep Partial-Thickness Burns

09/26/2024

Katherine C. Bergus , MD, MPH;

Dana M. Schwartz , MD;

Kelli N. Patterson , DO, MPH;

Shruthi Srinivas , MD, MPH;

Renata Fabia , MD, PhD;

Rajan K. Thakkar , MD;

This study reviewed pediatric burn patients treated with dermal substrates, assessing wound healing and complications following dermal substrate application and grafting.

This study reviewed pediatric...

09/26/2024

ePlasty

Original Research

Have We Really Shifted to an Evidence-Based Practice? A Qualitative Analysis of Primary Breast Augmentation

09/18/2024

Esteban Elena Scarafoni , MD;

Carlos Augusto Cutini Cingozoglu , MD;

This study surveyed Argentinian plastic surgeons to assess variability in breast augmentation practices and compared results with scientific evidence.

This study surveyed Argentinian...

09/18/2024

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