scholarly journals Reconstruction of midface defect with temporalis myofascial pedicle flap: a review and case series

MOJ Surgery ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-19
Author(s):  
Fawzia Mohamed Afrid Butt ◽  
Symon Wangombe Guthua
Keyword(s):  
Case Series ◽  
Pedicle Flap

scholarly journals Evaluating the Success of Lateral Pedicle Flap Using Root Coverage Esthetic Score – A Case Series

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 278-281
Author(s):  
C. Hemachandra Babu ◽  
Asma Naaz ◽  
S. Vijayashanthi ◽  
Vijendar Bhukya
Keyword(s):  
Case Series ◽  
Root Coverage ◽  
Pedicle Flap

scholarly journals Pedicle flap reconstruction for treatment of infected median sternotomy wounds after cardiac surgery in overweight and obese patients: proposal of a management algorithm based on a case series analysis

BMC Surgery ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marios Papadakis ◽  
Afshin Rahmanian-Schwarz
Keyword(s):  
Cardiac Surgery ◽  
Donor Site ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Postoperative Outcomes ◽  
Flap Reconstruction ◽  
Pedicle Flap ◽  
Series Analysis ◽  
Management Algorithm ◽  
Duration Of Surgery

Abstract Background A relationship between obesity and adverse outcomes in patients with post-sternotomy wounds undergoing pedicle flap reconstruction is not well-documented. In this study, we present a single-centre retrospective case series analysis of early postoperative outcomes of patients with infected post-sternotomy wounds undergoing pedicle flap reconstruction. We also propose a management algorithm for such patients, based on BMI and wound width. Methods We retrospectively analyzed all patients, who underwent pedicle flap reconstruction for major sternal wound infections after sternotomy for cardiac surgery in a tertiary hospital in Germany during a 5-year period. Exclusion criteria included patients younger than 18 years of age and patients with BMI < 18.5 kg/m2. Patients were divided into 2 groups according to BMI: normal-weight (NW; BMI < 25 kg/m2) and overweight/obese (OB/OW; BMI > 25 kg/m2). Both groups were compared in terms of preoperative parameters and early postoperative outcomes. Preoperative parameters included demographics, wound bacteria and comorbidities. Postoperative outcomes included duration of surgery time (from incision to skin closure), transfusion requirement (during surgery and entire hospital stay), onset of flap and donor-site complications, length of stay and 30-day mortality. We employed the two-tailed t-test to compare continuous variables and the two-sided Fischer’s exact test to compare categorical variables. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Results The total sample consisted of 48 patients. Overall mean BMI was 28.4 (6.1) kg/m2. Mean age was 67 (12) years. The study group consisted of 28 patients with BMI > 25 kg/m2, who were compared with 20 normal-weight patients. There was a significant difference amongst both groups regarding duration of surgery (120 vs. 174 min, p < 0.05). Donor-site complications requiring intervention were observed in 30% of patients in both groups. Flap-related complications were recorded in 16 (57%) cases in the study group and 7 cases in the control group (35%, p = 0.15). Conclusions We conclude that wound width and BMI can aid the decision-making process for patients with infected sternal wounds after cardiac surgery requiring pedicle flap reconstruction. However, in our case series analysis, OB/OW patients were not found to be at statistically significantly increased risk for worse postoperative outcomes, but were associated with a longer duration of surgery.

scholarly journals A novel application of temporoparietal fasciocutaneus (TPFC) and temporoparietal (TPF) pedicle flap for auricular reconstruction

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksander Zwierz ◽  
Krystyna Masna ◽  
Paweł Burduk
Keyword(s):  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Superficial Temporal Artery ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Temporal Artery ◽  
Pedicle Flap ◽  
Auricular Reconstruction ◽  
Pedicle Flaps

Abstract Background: Temporoparietal fasciocutaneus (TPFC) and temporoparietal (TPF) pedicle flaps play an important role among many techniques for auricular reconstruction. Because of their unique characteristics, the flaps based on the superficial temporal artery (STA) may be used for various types of reconstruction.Case series presentation: In this paper, we present several applications of the TPFC and TPF pedicle flaps in the reconstruction of defects after ear resection, including the use of the sandwich flap and preparing basis for Vistafix® system.Conclusion: Our experiences presented in this case series confirm the reconstructive potential of the flaps, also in patients in whom the Vistafix® system was used for reconstruction of the ear. In all cases described herein, the use of the pedicle flaps resulted in optimal healing and satisfactory cosmetic and functional outcomes.

Abstract #856 A Case Series Review of Clinical and Biochemical Characteristics of Pituitary Abcess in Mexican Patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 ◽  
pp. 202-203
Author(s):  
Mireya Perez-Guzman ◽  
Alfredo Nava de la Vega ◽  
Arturo Pena Velarde ◽  
Tania Raisha Torres Victoria ◽  
Froylan Martinez-Sanchez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Series ◽  
Biochemical Characteristics ◽  
Mexican Patients

Cannabis-associated arteritis

VASA ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 39 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-53 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grotenhermen
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Cardiovascular Effects ◽  
Causative Factor ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Thromboangiitis Obliterans ◽  
Pathological Features ◽  
Scientific Support ◽  
Clinical And Pathological Features

Background: To investigate the hypothesis that cases of arteritis similar to thromboangiitis obliterans (TAO) and associated with the use of cannabis were caused by cannabis or THC (dronabinol), or that cannabis use is a co-factor of TAO. Patients and methods: A systematic review on case reports and the literature on so-called cannabis arteritis, TAO, and cardiovascular effects of cannabinoids was conducted. Results: Fifteen reports with 57 cases of an arteritis associated with the use of cannabis and two additional case series of TAO, in which some patients also used cannabis, were identified. Clinical and pathological features of cannabis-associated arteritis do not differ from TAO and the major risk factor of TAO, tobacco use, was present in most, if not in all of these cases. The proposed pathophysiological mechanisms for the development of an arteritis by cannabis use are not substantiated. Conclusions: The hypothesis of cannabis being a causative factor or co-factor of TAO or an arteritis similar to TAO is not supported by the available evidence. The use of the term “cannabis arteritis” should be avoided until or unless more convincing scientific support is forthcoming.

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2003 ◽  
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