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View article: Autologous Breast Reconstruction in a Patient With End-Stage Renal Disease and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
Autologous Breast Reconstruction in a Patient With End-Stage Renal Disease and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Open
This successful case report suggests the use of free flaps is a feasible option that should be considered for oncologic breast reconstruction in patients with ESRD secondary to SLE who require hemodialysis. The authors believe that further…
View article: Impact of Plastic Surgery and an Enhanced Prophylaxis Protocol on Cervical Spine Surgery Infection
Impact of Plastic Surgery and an Enhanced Prophylaxis Protocol on Cervical Spine Surgery Infection Open
Background: Reduction of surgical site infections (SSIs) is important in improving cervical spine surgery outcomes. Plastic surgery involvement and an enhanced modified prophylaxis protocol may reduce infection rates. Methods: A total of 9…
View article: Abstract 20: Stated Plans at the Time of the Plastic Surgery Interview
Abstract 20: Stated Plans at the Time of the Plastic Surgery Interview Open
Background: The majority of board-certified plastic surgeons and American Society of Plastic Surgeons members work in a private practice setting; however, most candidates interviewing for plastic surgery residency express a desire to pursu…
View article: Abstract: The Use of Antibiotic Beads to Salvage the Infected Breast Implant
Abstract: The Use of Antibiotic Beads to Salvage the Infected Breast Implant Open
INTRODUCTION: Implant-based breast reconstruction is a well-established method for breast reconstruction. Although generally a safe procedure, when an infection arises in the implant-pocket, it is often necessary for the patient to return …
View article: The Use of a Hyaluronic Acid–Carboxymethylcellulose Membrane as an Adhesion Barrier during Nipple Delay before Nipple-preserving Mastectomy
The Use of a Hyaluronic Acid–Carboxymethylcellulose Membrane as an Adhesion Barrier during Nipple Delay before Nipple-preserving Mastectomy Open
Summary: The desire for nipple-preserving mastectomies has increased over the past decade as studies have proven that the procedure has comparable oncologic risk as a traditional mastectomy in both therapeutic and prophylactic cases. Parti…
View article: Abstract: The Use of Lightweight, Large-Pore Polypropylene Mesh Onlay in the Repair of Contaminated Abdominal Wall Defects: A Single Center Experience
Abstract: The Use of Lightweight, Large-Pore Polypropylene Mesh Onlay in the Repair of Contaminated Abdominal Wall Defects: A Single Center Experience Open
BACKGROUND: Most surgeons are reluctant to place synthetic mesh in contaminated abdominal wall repairs for fear of mesh infection. Biologic meshes are often used in this setting; however, these meshes lack long-term durability. In comparis…
View article: Abstract: The Use of Both Antegrade and Retrograde Internal Mammary Vessels in the Bipedicled (double-barrel) Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap for Unilateral Breast Reconstruction
Abstract: The Use of Both Antegrade and Retrograde Internal Mammary Vessels in the Bipedicled (double-barrel) Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap for Unilateral Breast Reconstruction Open
BACKGROUND: Autologous abdominal tissue transfer is a well-established method of breast reconstruction. The deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEP) has the additional benefit that donor site morbidity is minimal as it spares the mu…