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View article: Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Advanced Practice Provider Preceptorship in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Addressing the Knowledge Gap
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Advanced Practice Provider Preceptorship in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Addressing the Knowledge Gap Open
Background Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) management has become increasingly complex and specialized education for advanced practice providers (APPs) is limited. The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Advanced Practice Provider Preceptorship…
View article: Ex Vivo Preservation of Porcine Vascularized Composite Soft Tissue Allografts
Ex Vivo Preservation of Porcine Vascularized Composite Soft Tissue Allografts Open
Introduction The aim of this study was to evaluate ex vivo perfusion (EVP) for vascularized composite tissue preservation. We hypothesized that EVP could maintain allografts in near‐physiologic conditions for ≥ 24 h. Methods Twenty superio…
View article: Three-Dimensional Assessment of Orbital Contours and Their Significance in Forehead Feminization
Three-Dimensional Assessment of Orbital Contours and Their Significance in Forehead Feminization Open
View article: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Single-Injection versus Continuous Brachial Plexus Block for Postoperative Pain Control after Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures
A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Single-Injection versus Continuous Brachial Plexus Block for Postoperative Pain Control after Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures Open
PURPOSE: Successful treatment of distal radius fractures involves stable anatomic reduction, postoperative pain control, and rehabilitation. We hypothesized that patients treated with a continuous brachial plexus block (cPNB) would have le…
View article: Prognosis-Guided Reconstruction of Scalp and Skull Defects in Neurosurgical Patients
Prognosis-Guided Reconstruction of Scalp and Skull Defects in Neurosurgical Patients Open
Background This study aimed to formulate reconstructive recommendations for neurosurgical patients presenting with scalp and/or skull defects based on outcomes in a large series of patients. Methods An institutional review board-approved r…
View article: 124. Porcine Model for Superior Epigastric Artery Based Perforator Flap in Reconstructive Microsurgery
124. Porcine Model for Superior Epigastric Artery Based Perforator Flap in Reconstructive Microsurgery Open
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of a porcine fasciocutaneous flap model vascularized by perforators of the superior epigastric artery. METHODS: Red and blue latex were injected into the subclavian arteries and …
View article: 140. Efficacy of Virtual Plastic Surgery Encounters in Establishment of Care and Surgical Conversion
140. Efficacy of Virtual Plastic Surgery Encounters in Establishment of Care and Surgical Conversion Open
PURPOSE: The use of virtual visits in plastic surgery consultation has increased due to technological advancements, broadened third party payer coverage, and efforts to maximize access to care. The efficacy of virtual visits in converting …
View article: 127. Investigation of the Transcriptome as a Predictive Biomarker of Muscle Injury in Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion
127. Investigation of the Transcriptome as a Predictive Biomarker of Muscle Injury in Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion Open
PURPOSE: Muscle viability remains the primary focus of ex vivo limb preservation. We hypothesized that genes associated with the pathophysiology of tissue injury are differentially expressed during Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion (EVNL…
View article: D93. Efficacy of Virtual Plastic Surgery Encounters in Establishment of Care and Surgical Conversion
D93. Efficacy of Virtual Plastic Surgery Encounters in Establishment of Care and Surgical Conversion Open
PURPOSE: The efficacy of virtual visits in converting new patients into established patients undergoing surgical treatment has not been demonstrated. The aim of this study was to evaluate patient retention and surgical conversion rate afte…
View article: D81. Gene Expression as Biomarkers of Tissue Viability in Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion (EVNLP)
D81. Gene Expression as Biomarkers of Tissue Viability in Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion (EVNLP) Open
PURPOSE: Muscle viability remains the primary focus of ex vivo limb preservation. We hypothesized that genes associated with tissue injury pathophysiology are differentially expressed during EVNLP and static cold storage (SCS). METHODS: Bi…
View article: D106. Outcomes of Calvarial and Soft Tissue Reconstruction with Latissimus Dorsi Rib Osteomyocutaneous Free Flap
D106. Outcomes of Calvarial and Soft Tissue Reconstruction with Latissimus Dorsi Rib Osteomyocutaneous Free Flap Open
PURPOSE: The latissimus dorsi-rib osteomyocutaneous free flap (LDRF) has been used for autologous reconstruction of large composite calvarial and scalp defects. In this study, we aim to present patient-reported and clinical outcomes for pa…
View article: EX-VIVO LIMB PERFUSION
EX-VIVO LIMB PERFUSION Open
The current gold standard of VCA preservation is static cold storage (SCS), which limits ischemia time to 12 hours for large extremity segments. The current literature provides supportive evidence for the introduction of machine preservati…
View article: Weight gain is an early indicator of injury in ex vivo normothermic limb perfusion (<scp>EVNLP</scp>)
Weight gain is an early indicator of injury in ex vivo normothermic limb perfusion (<span>EVNLP</span>) Open
Purpose There are no established criteria for discontinuing ex vivo normothermic limb perfusion (EVNLP) before irreversible damage occurs. This study evaluates weight gain as an indicator of injury during EVNLP. Methods Sixteen Yorkshire p…
View article: Ex Vivo Subnormothermic Preservation of Porcine Superior Epigastric Artery Perforator Flaps
Ex Vivo Subnormothermic Preservation of Porcine Superior Epigastric Artery Perforator Flaps Open
PURPOSE: Reconstruction of complex head and neck, breast, and extremity defects often require autologous transfer of vascularized tissues and restoration of perfusion microsurgical repair of the vascular pedicle. Flap failure, caused by va…
View article: Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) Protocol in Facelift Surgery
Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) Protocol in Facelift Surgery Open
PURPOSE: Development of ERAS protocols can improve patient recovery following cosmetic surgery. We aim to present our ERAS protocol for rhytidectomy of the face and neck. METHOD: A review of outcome analyses in the literature was conducted…
View article: QS12. Near-infrared Indocyanine Green Florescence as a Viability Measure During Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion
QS12. Near-infrared Indocyanine Green Florescence as a Viability Measure During Ex Vivo Normothermic Limb Perfusion Open
Purpose:Ex vivo normothermic limb perfusion (EVNLP) is a practicable method for preservation of amputated limbs described in animal models to be a feasible alternative to static cold storage for up to 24 hours. Design of a system for prolo…
View article: 89. Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treatment of Hair Loss Improves Patient-Reported Quality of Life
89. Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treatment of Hair Loss Improves Patient-Reported Quality of Life Open
Purpose: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is popular for treatment of hair loss, a common and psychologically taxing condition. PRP is promoted for its autologous nature as a therapeutic treatment with few complications or side effects and has b…
View article: P90. WHAT ATTRIBUTES MAKE UNITED STATES PLASTIC SURGERY PROGRAMS DESIRABLE? AN UPDATED PERSPECTIVE FROM MEDICAL STUDENTS AND RESIDENTS
P90. WHAT ATTRIBUTES MAKE UNITED STATES PLASTIC SURGERY PROGRAMS DESIRABLE? AN UPDATED PERSPECTIVE FROM MEDICAL STUDENTS AND RESIDENTS Open
PURPOSE: Our study investigated attributes that made plastic surgery residency programs most desirable and preferences for virtual events during the 2020-2021 Match cycle. METHODS: A seven-question survey on program attributes was distribu…
View article: What Attributes Make United States Plastic Surgery Programs Desirable? Perspectives from Medical Students and Residents.
What Attributes Make United States Plastic Surgery Programs Desirable? Perspectives from Medical Students and Residents. Open
Resident happiness and well-being, followed by preferred geographical location, were the most favorable program attributes. Plastic surgery residency programs may seek to better integrate these preferences within their curricula, as well a…
View article: Vascularized Toe and Nonvascularized Toe Phalangeal Transfer for Reconstruction of Congenital Absence of Digits or Thumb: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Vascularized Toe and Nonvascularized Toe Phalangeal Transfer for Reconstruction of Congenital Absence of Digits or Thumb: A Systematic Review of the Literature Open
PURPOSE: Non-vascularized toe phalanx transplantation was first described to lengthen or reconstruct fingers, though criticized for high rates of avascular necrosis. More recently, vascularized transfer has improved graft survival, with ad…
View article: Evolution of Metacarpal Subsidence following Trapeziectomy
Evolution of Metacarpal Subsidence following Trapeziectomy Open
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate the temporal evolution of subsidence following trapeziectomy and its correlation with clinical outcomes. METHODS: An IRB-approved retrospective review of patients who underwent trapeziectom…
View article: 5: Metacarpal Subsidence Following Trapeziectomy
5: Metacarpal Subsidence Following Trapeziectomy Open
Purpose: It is controversial whether subsidence after trapeziectomy prognosticates pain, poor outcomes, and need for revision. The aim of this study was to investigate the degree of subsidence following trapeziectomy and whether subsidence…
View article: <i>catena</i>-Poly[[aqua(iminodiacetato-κ<sup>3</sup> <i>O</i>,<i>N</i>,<i>O</i>′)nickel(II)]-μ-4,4′-dipyridylamine-κ<sup>2</sup> <i>N</i>:<i>N</i>′]
<i>catena</i>-Poly[[aqua(iminodiacetato-κ<sup>3</sup> <i>O</i>,<i>N</i>,<i>O</i>′)nickel(II)]-μ-4,4′-dipyridylamine-κ<sup>2</sup> <i>N</i>:<i>N</i>′] Open
In the title compound, [Ni(C 4 H 5 NO 4 )(C 10 H 9 N 3 )(H 2 O)] n , the Ni II cations are octahedrally coordinated by an N atom donor and two O donor atoms belonging to a tridentate iminodiacetate (ida) ligand in a fac fashion, an O atom …
View article: CCDC 1848969: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1848969: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …
View article: CCDC 1523517: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1523517: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …
View article: CCDC 1514940: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1514940: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …
View article: CCDC 1514941: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1514941: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …
View article: CCDC 1514939: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1514939: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …
View article: CCDC 1514942: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1514942: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …
View article: CCDC 1577135: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 1577135: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open
An entry from the Cambridge Structural Database, the world’s repository for small molecule crystal structures. The entry contains experimental data from a crystal diffraction study. The deposited dataset for this entry is freely available …