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View article: Nerve Tape Is an Effective Tool for Small Nerve Repair
Nerve Tape Is an Effective Tool for Small Nerve Repair Open
Background: Microsuture (MS) neurorrhaphy is the standard for repairing small-diameter nerves, but functional recovery is suboptimal due to technical challenges. Nerve Tape (NT), a sutureless nerve repair device, is designed to make nerve …
View article: Operative Trends in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Fellowships
Operative Trends in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Fellowships Open
View article: Initial Treatment Choice Affects Cost-Effectiveness and Reintervention Rates for Dupuytren Contracture: A National Census Among Veterans Affairs Patients
Initial Treatment Choice Affects Cost-Effectiveness and Reintervention Rates for Dupuytren Contracture: A National Census Among Veterans Affairs Patients Open
Background: A multitude of treatments for Dupuytren contracture are available, including both invasive and minimally invasive options. This study compares the reintervention rates and costs associated with various treatment options for Dup…
View article: Epidermal Paracrine Signals May Regulate Dupuytren Contracture Myofibroblasts
Epidermal Paracrine Signals May Regulate Dupuytren Contracture Myofibroblasts Open
View article: Thrombolytic Salvage of the Frostbitten Upper Extremity: A Systematic Review
Thrombolytic Salvage of the Frostbitten Upper Extremity: A Systematic Review Open
Background Vascular thrombosis secondary to frostbite can lead to ischemic tissue damage in severe cases. Threatened extremities may be salvaged with thrombolytics to restore perfusion; however, current data are limited to single instituti…
View article: Comments on “Sensory Outcomes in Digital Nerve Repair Techniques: An Updated Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review”
Comments on “Sensory Outcomes in Digital Nerve Repair Techniques: An Updated Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review” Open
View article: An Analysis of Complications and Bone Defect Length With the Use of Induced Membrane Technique in the Upper Limb: A Systematic Review
An Analysis of Complications and Bone Defect Length With the Use of Induced Membrane Technique in the Upper Limb: A Systematic Review Open
Background: The induced membrane technique was originally described as a technique for the reconstruction of long bone defects. The authors performed a systematic review to determine whether the use of the induced membrane technique is eff…
View article: Residency Training and Hand Surgery Practice Patterns: A National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Database Analysis
Residency Training and Hand Surgery Practice Patterns: A National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Database Analysis Open
View article: Comments on “The Use of tPA in the Treatment of Frostbite: A Systematic Review”
Comments on “The Use of tPA in the Treatment of Frostbite: A Systematic Review” Open
We applaud them for their efforts to study this difficult problem and agree with much of their findings.However, we believe their final recommendation to avoid the use of thrombolytics in frostbite patients unless conducting in an active r…
View article: Spotlight in Plastic Surgery
Spotlight in Plastic Surgery Open
View article: Abstract P7. Is Depression Associated With Worse Outcomes Among Women Undergoing Breast Reconstruction Following Mastectomy?
Abstract P7. Is Depression Associated With Worse Outcomes Among Women Undergoing Breast Reconstruction Following Mastectomy? Open
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine if depressed women undergoing breast reconstruction have worse outcomes? Despite a plethora of data examining the effect of depression after reconstruction there is little information to a…
View article: Abstract P20. Does Antimicrobial Irrigation Of Breast Implant Pockets Reduce Capsular Contracture? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Abstract P20. Does Antimicrobial Irrigation Of Breast Implant Pockets Reduce Capsular Contracture? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to conduct a meta-analysis to determine if irrigation of breast implant pockets with antibiotics reduces the rate of capsular contracture. Capsular Contracture is the most common complication followin…
View article: Abstract 1: A Cost-Utility Analysis Comparing Oncoplastic Breast Surgery with Standard Lumpectomy in Large Breasted Women
Abstract 1: A Cost-Utility Analysis Comparing Oncoplastic Breast Surgery with Standard Lumpectomy in Large Breasted Women Open
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