scholarly journals Application of Periareolar Mammaplasty with the Tissue Folding Technique in Breast Reshaping following Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Removal

Breast Care ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-162
Author(s):  
Yantao Cai ◽  
Bin Liu ◽  
Mingjuan Liao ◽  
Liu He ◽  
Chenfang Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Augmentation Mammoplasty ◽  
Polyacrylamide Hydrogel ◽  
Breast Ptosis ◽  
Degree Of Satisfaction ◽  
Breast Reshaping ◽  
Breast Shape ◽  
A New Technique ◽  
Periareolar Mammaplasty ◽  
Implantation Method

Background: Polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) was used as an injectable implant for augmentation mammoplasty for over 30 years, but its use was ceased due to various related complications. The only way to treat these complications is PAAG removal, but this causes breast ptosis, nipple retraction, breast asymmetry, and skin laxity. Objectives: This article reports a new technique for breast reshaping after PAAG removal without prosthesis implantation. Method: From January 2015 to June 2018, twenty-three patients underwent periareolar mammoplasty with the tissue folding technique (PMTFT) for breast reshaping after PAAG removal. Postoperative breast shape and the degree of satisfaction of the patients were evaluated during follow-up. Results: All patients recovered well without severe complications. All patients were satisfied with their postoperative breast shape and their symptoms were relieved after surgery. Conclusions: PMTFT provides satisfactory postoperative breast shape results. Economical, practical, and technical advantages were found over traditional prosthesis-mediated breast reconstruction. PMTFT can be an ideal surgical choice in appropriate cases.

scholarly journals A New Technique of Internal Suture Mastopexy for Mild to Moderate Breast Ptosis

2008 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raman Chaos Mahabir ◽  
William A Zamboni
Keyword(s):  
Senior Author ◽  
New Technique ◽  
Effective Alternative ◽  
Superficial Fascia ◽  
Breast Ptosis ◽  
Deep Surface ◽  
Ptotic Breast ◽  
A New Technique

Background Current mastopexy techniques rely on incisions on the breast to correct ptosis. Trading a ptotic breast for a visibly scarred breast can be a difficult choice. Objective and Methods A technique of internal suture mastopexy that consists of plicating sutures placed in the superficial fascia of the breast from the deep surface is presented. The procedure leaves no scar on the breast and may be safer than other techniques when combining mastopexy with augmentation. Results The senior author has performed this procedure on over 120 patients, with a mean follow-up of two years. Patients and the surgeon have expressed satisfaction with the procedure. Conclusion Based on this experience with over 120 patients, the authors believe that internal suture mastopexy is an effective alternative in selected patients.

A New Technique of Reattachment after Traumatic Avulsion of the TFCC at Its Ulnar Insertion

1995 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 178-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. R. SENNWALD ◽  
M. LAUTERBURG ◽  
V. ZDRAVKOVIC
Keyword(s):  
Functional Results ◽  
Biomechanical Properties ◽  
Ulnar Head ◽  
Shortening Osteotomy ◽  
Degree Of Satisfaction ◽  
Triangular Fibrocartilage ◽  
Male Patients ◽  
A New Technique ◽  
Previous Occupation

One female and seven male patients (median age 25.5) presented with traumatic avulsion of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC), type 1B according to Palmer’s classification. Reattachment of the TFCC near its anchoring point was combined with an intraarticular shortening osteotomy of the ulnar head. This provides an excellent approach to the TFCC and a well vascularized anchoring surface. The mooring point is biomechanically appropriate and the tissues with the best biomechanical properties are used. The functional results with a mean follow-up of 3 years were encouraging, as demonstrated by the significant improvement of pain ( P = 0.017). All patients were able to return to their previous occupation; no further surgery was necessary to the distal radio-ulnar joint and no impairment of pronation and supination was detected. The final wrist score reflects the subjective results defined by the patient. However the correlation is not linear and the wrist scores are superior to the degree of satisfaction defined by the patient.

ASSESSMENT RESULTS OF SINGLE-PORT LAPAROSCOPIC APPENDECTOMY AT HUE CENTRAL HOSPITAL

2011 ◽  
pp. 114-118
Author(s):  
Nhu Hiep Pham ◽  
Huu Thien Ho ◽  
Anh Vu Pham ◽  
Van Nghia Tran
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Appendectomy ◽  
Single Port ◽  
Operation Time ◽  
Invasive Procedure ◽  
Minimal Invasive ◽  
Central Hospital ◽  
Surgical Department ◽  
A New Technique ◽  
Rate Female

Objectives: Laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) is becoming popular for the treatment of acute appendicitis. Since it was the first described, LA has been modified various times. We present the results of a new technique of LA conducted through a single port. Materials and methods: From March 2011 to November 2011, we have performed 28 operations Single Port Laparoscopic Appendectomy at the Surgical Department of Hue Central Hospital. Results: There were 28 patients, 57.1% were female, 42.9% were male, rate female/male was 1.3. The mean age is 36.4. The second port insertion was required in 2 patients (7.2%). Mean operation time was 44.6 minutes and postoperative hospital stay 3-5 days took 71.4%. Postoperative compications occurred in 1 case (3.6%) was of omphalitis. During 2-4 weeks follow up no problem related to the appendectomy have been reported. Conclusions: Single - port intracorporeal appendectomy procedure is a safe, minimal invasive procedure with excellent cosmetic results.

Matrixplasty for the Treatment of Severe Incurved Toenail with Growth Plate Deformity

2012 ◽  
Vol 102 (3) ◽  
pp. 198-204
Author(s):  
J.-Young Kim
Keyword(s):  
Growth Plate ◽  
Clinical Results ◽  
New Technique ◽  
Partial Removal ◽  
Edge Angle ◽  
Results Of Treatment ◽  
The Mean ◽  
A New Technique ◽  
Ingrown Toenails

Background: Severely incurved toenails are accompanied by deformity of the toenail growth plate. In such a condition, partial removal of the nail and nail bed and simple unfolding of the nail itself frequently result in the recurrence of symptoms. We sought to design and develop a new technique for the treatment of incurved toenail with growth plate deformity and to report the results of treating this disease entity. Methods: Forty consecutive patients (52 cases) underwent treatment of symptomatic incurved toenails with a new technique named matrixplasty. The mean ± SD patient age was 40.3 ± 18.9 years. Last follow-up was at a mean ± SD of 18.0 ± 1.3 months. An American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) forefoot hallux score was assigned, and patients were evaluated before treatment and at last follow-up. Patient satisfaction and the recurrence rate of the deformity were evaluated. For evaluation of improvement in toenail shape, the center to edge angle of the toenail was measured before treatment and at last follow-up. The complication rate was also evaluated. Results: All of the ingrown toenails healed, and the nail deformities were corrected within 3 weeks after the procedure. None of the incurved toenails had recurred by last follow-up. The mean pretreatment AOFAS forefoot hallux score was 72.9, and it improved to 99.6 by last follow-up (P < .001). Every patient was very satisfied or satisfied with the results of treatment. The mean ± SD center to edge angle of the toenail improved from 53.3° ± 9.5° to 15.3° ± 5.2° by last follow-up (P < .001). Minor paronychia, which was managed with local wound dressing and oral antibiotics, was identified in four cases. No other complication was identified. Conclusions: Matrixplasty showed excellent clinical results in the treatment of severe incurved toenail, and this newly developed procedure showed improvement of the deformed toenail and its growth plate. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 102(3): 198–204, 2012)

The patient-reported outcome of age-related cataract using Catquest-8SF questionnaire

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 145-153
Author(s):  
Sheng-Xia Wang ◽  
◽  
Yun-Hong Du ◽  
Wen-Jing Liu ◽  
Ping Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
Cataract Surgery ◽  
Patient Reported Outcome ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Surgery Group ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Degree Of Satisfaction ◽  
Improvement Score

AIM: To assess the patient-reported outcome of phacoemulsification with posterior chamber single focus foldable intraocular lens (SIOL) using the Chinese version of Catquest-8SF questionnaire (Catquest-8SF-CN), evaluate the applicability of Catquest-8SF scale in northern Chinese and its sensitivity to cataract surgery. METHODS: Prospective clinical case follow-up study. The patients were recruited from the Central Hospital of Tai’an and completed the Catquest-8SF questionnaire by face-to-face interviews before and 3mo after surgery at the hospital. RESULTS: A total of 120 cataract patients with median age 67.6y and 52.5% female completed the Catquest-8SF. The Cronbach’s α coefficient of the total scale, daily-activity sub-table and comprehensive-evaluation sub-table were 0.861, 0.853 and 0.748 respectively. There was a high level of consistency between two investigators. The cumulative contribution rate was 66.64% by using the principal component analysis and the maximum variance orthogonal rotation method. The preoperative score of the Catquest-8SF-CN had a significant negative correlation with preoperative binocular mean weighted visual acuity and age (P<0.05), while a significant positive correlation with education level (F=6.094, P<0.001). The patients without systemic comorbidities got higher score than those who with (P<0.05). Three months after surgery, 102 (85%) patients came for follow-up and completed the questionnaire. Significant improvement of visual acuity was observed in both binocular and monocular surgery groups (t=10.404, P<0.001). There was higher improvement in binocular weighted visual acuity of binocular surgery group than in monocular surgery group (t=-20.77, P<0.001). The postoperative score was significantly higher in both groups than before (P<0.001). There was a significant improvement in the total score after cataract surgery. The 94 patients (92.2%) were very satisfied or satisfied with the operation; 92 patients (90.2%) thought the surgery achieved their expectations, and they all felt satisfactory. The degree of satisfaction was significantly correlated with the improvement score of the scale and it was also correlated with their expectation of the surgery. CONCLUSION: The Chinese version of Catquest-8SF questionnaire is suitable for the age-related cataract population in northern China. It is highly responsive to cataract surgery and brief, so it may have the potential to become part of a routine clinical assessment for cataract surgery in China. The patient’s overall satisfaction is high, which illustrates that the medical service we provide matches the patient’s needs. The degree of satisfaction was significantly correlated with the improvement score of the scale and it was also correlated with their expectation of the surgery.

scholarly journals DOUBLE TRANSOBTURATOR APPROACH TO TREATING CYSTOCELE

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
S. Bandiera ◽  
G. Raciti ◽  
A. Aloisi ◽  
M. Arena ◽  
R. Giordano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Vaginal Wall ◽  
Anterior Vaginal Wall ◽  
Cure Rate ◽  
Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse ◽  
Safety And Efficacy ◽  
Vaginal Erosion ◽  
Lower Recurrence Rate ◽  
A New Technique

The aim of this study is to show the safety and efficacy of the double transobturator approach, a new technique for anterior vaginal wall prolapse, using several different kinds of meshes (synthetic and biological).This is a retrospective study of 74 women treated between 2005 and 2007. The patients underwent a 3, 6 and 12 month follow-up. The anatomical cure rate, defined as grade of prolapse &lt;2, was 79.7%. Fifteen patients had a recurrence, 12 were treated with biological VS meshes and 3 were treated with synthetic meshes. Vaginal erosion was reported in 5 (6.7%) of these patients, two of whom were treated with topic estrogenic therapy, and three of whom with partial excision. These results suggest that this technique is safe and efficacious and that the best meshes to use are synthetic meshes, because they have a lower recurrence rate than biological meshes.

scholarly journals One-Time Cortical Lamina: A New Technique for Horizontal Ridge Augmentation. A Case Series

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 22-30
Author(s):  
Vincenzo Foti ◽  
Davide Savio ◽  
Roberto Rossi
Keyword(s):  
Fibrin Sealant ◽  
Case Series ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Marginal Bone Loss ◽  
Ridge Augmentation ◽  
Keratinized Tissue ◽  
A New Technique ◽  
The One ◽  
Hard Consistency

The aim of this case series is to introduce the One-Time Cortical Lamina Technique, a simplification of the F.I.R.S.T. (Fibrinogen-Induced Regeneration Sealing Technique) in cases where only horizontal augmentation is needed. The indications for this technique are ASA2 and ASA1 anxious patients. Pre-requisites for this surgical technique are: a good amount of keratinized tissue, sufficient alveolar ridge width for placement of implants, thickness of vestibular bone at CBCT planning less than 1 mm with risk of threads exposure. Five patients with horizontal deficiencies were selected to test the efficacy of this approach. The defects were augmented using a porcine cortical bone lamina in combination with collagenated porcine bone mixed with fibrin sealant. The cortical lamina was placed only buccal to the implants and stabilized with fibrin sealant, without pins or screws. Upon completion of the implant surgery, healing abutments were connected to the implants and the soft tissue sutured around them. The healing was uneventful in all cases. Six months after surgery impressions for final restorations were taken and screwed crowns delivered. The new volume had hard consistency and the follow-up CBCT measured an average of 4.17 mm of horizontal bone augmentation. One to three years of follow up demonstrated the maintenance of vestibular volume, hard consistency and clinical stability. Intraoral X-rays showed no marginal bone loss. An advantage of this technique could be the one stage surgery that creates a stable environment for regeneration from day one.

scholarly journals High-frequency radio wave electrocautery in modified Hotz operations for epiblepharon correction

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyunkyu Lee ◽  
Jimin Youn ◽  
Sehyun Baek
Keyword(s):  
Radio Wave ◽  
Recurrence Rate ◽  
High Frequency ◽  
Operation Time ◽  
Lower Eyelid ◽  
Dual Frequency ◽  
Ocular Symptoms ◽  
Minimal Scarring ◽  
Degree Of Satisfaction

AbstractTo report the experience and advantageous effects of high-frequency radio wave electrocautery in modified Hotz operations for epiblepharon, We reviewed the records of all pediatric patients who underwent a modified Hotz operation with the use of high-frequency radio wave electrocautery (Ellman Surgitron Dual Frequency RF S5; Ellman International, Inc, Hewlett, NY) for epiblepharon between March 2016 and September 2019 at Korea University Guro Hospital. We evaluated the success rate, complications, recurrence rate and degree of satisfaction of our technique. Information from the medical records was collected, including demographics, ocular symptoms, severity of keratopathy, operation time, success/recurrence rate, and complications. 133 patients (98.52%) showed good correction of epiblepharon without complications or unpleasant cosmetic problems during 3 months of median follow-up period. Two patients (1.48%) showed recurrent corneociliary touch, but the degree was very mild and re-operation was not performed. One patient showed mild ectropion on his left lower eyelid, but the patient recovered well without operation. For complications, suture abscess and granulation were the most common, 3 cases in each, but all of those were temporary and resolved with conservative management. The approach with electrocautery for epiblepharon allows precise and fast incision of the lower eyelid, little bleeding, and minimal scarring. Surgical outcomes associated with the modified Hotz operation with electrocautery were consistent with previous studies.

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