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View article: Taming the persistent seroma: multidisciplinary management following complex spinal revision surgery – a case report
Taming the persistent seroma: multidisciplinary management following complex spinal revision surgery – a case report Open
Introduction Chronic seroma and pseudomeningocele formation following spinal instrumentation, particularly in the setting of prior infection and multiple revision surgeries, remains rare but pose a significant therapeutic challenge due to …
View article: Beyond the T-junction: Reinforce strategic sites in superomedial pedicle mammoplasties using a dual dermal flap technique
Beyond the T-junction: Reinforce strategic sites in superomedial pedicle mammoplasties using a dual dermal flap technique Open
View article: Autologous adipose tissue transfer in progressive hemifacial atrophy: From simple volume to regenerative cell therapy
Autologous adipose tissue transfer in progressive hemifacial atrophy: From simple volume to regenerative cell therapy Open
We advocate AFT to be a safe and reliable therapy in PHA, offering not only a substitute to the lost tissue but also local immunomodulatory benefits useful for tissue regeneration. Besides the benefits of combining local immunomodulatory c…
View article: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy outcomes in post-irradiated patient undergoing microvascular breast reconstruction: A preliminary retrospective comparative study
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy outcomes in post-irradiated patient undergoing microvascular breast reconstruction: A preliminary retrospective comparative study Open
This study provides insights into the potential of HBOT treatment in preparing patients with irradiated breast cancer for secondary autologous reconstruction.
View article: Versatility of the Peroneus Brevis Muscle Flap for Distal Leg, Ankle, and Foot Defects: A Comprehensive Review
Versatility of the Peroneus Brevis Muscle Flap for Distal Leg, Ankle, and Foot Defects: A Comprehensive Review Open
View article: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy versus Conventional Dressing in Lower Limb Fractures: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy versus Conventional Dressing in Lower Limb Fractures: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
Summary: Gustilo 3 lower limb fractures represent a significant challenge because of high complication risk. Two management strategies are commonly used for wound coverage until final closure: negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) and con…
View article: Medial Femoral Condyle Free Flap: A Systematic Review and Proportional Meta-analysis of Applications and Surgical Outcomes
Medial Femoral Condyle Free Flap: A Systematic Review and Proportional Meta-analysis of Applications and Surgical Outcomes Open
Background: Recalcitrant bone nonunion and osseous defect treatment is challenging and often requires vascularized bone transfer. The medial femoral condyle flap has become an increasingly popular option for reconstruction. The study aims …
View article: Inferior gluteal artery perforator (IGAP) flap in autologous breast reconstruction: A proportional meta-analysis of surgical outcomes
Inferior gluteal artery perforator (IGAP) flap in autologous breast reconstruction: A proportional meta-analysis of surgical outcomes Open
This meta-analysis provides comprehensive knowledge on the safety and efficacy of the IGAP flap in autologous breast reconstruction. It evidences the IGAP flap in autologous breast reconstruction's overall safety and validates its role as …
View article: Decreased incidence of Merkel cell carcinoma in the younger population (aged below 50 years) in the United States: SEER analysis 2000-2019
Decreased incidence of Merkel cell carcinoma in the younger population (aged below 50 years) in the United States: SEER analysis 2000-2019 Open
biopsy analysis to rule out NAM.
View article: Spiradenocarcinoma: SEER Study of Epidemiology, Survival, and Treatment Options
Spiradenocarcinoma: SEER Study of Epidemiology, Survival, and Treatment Options Open
(1) Background: Spiradenocarcinoma is an extremely rare malignant adnexal tumor and there are only few studies on survival outcomes. Our aim was to perform an analysis of the demographic and pathological characteristics, treatment patterns…
View article: Comparison of Outcomes Following Prepectoral and Subpectoral Implant-Based breast Reconstruction: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Literature
Comparison of Outcomes Following Prepectoral and Subpectoral Implant-Based breast Reconstruction: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Literature Open
Introduction: Implant-based breast reconstruction following mastectomy helps to restore the patient’s quality of life while aiming at providing optimal cosmetic outcomes. Both prepectoral (PP) and subpectoral (SP) breast implants are widel…
View article: Free versus Pedicled Flaps for Lower Limb Reconstruction: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
Free versus Pedicled Flaps for Lower Limb Reconstruction: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies Open
Introduction: Lower limb reconstruction is a complex task requiring expertise from a plastic surgeon. Free and pedicled flaps are valuable surgical strategies but evidence comparing both technique is scarce. Our aim is to synthetise all st…
View article: Surgical Outcomes of VRAM vs Gracilis Flaps in Vulvoperineal Reconstruction following Oncologic Resection: A Proportional Meta-Analysis
Surgical Outcomes of VRAM vs Gracilis Flaps in Vulvoperineal Reconstruction following Oncologic Resection: A Proportional Meta-Analysis Open
Introduction: Pelvic exenteration and abdomino perineal resection are radical techniques commonly used for locally advanced or recurrent pelvic malignancy. Neo-adjuvant chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy has been shown to decrease local recu…
View article: Capsulectomy versus Capsulotomy to Treat Breast Capsular Contracture: a Systematic Review and Comparative Meta-Analysis
Capsulectomy versus Capsulotomy to Treat Breast Capsular Contracture: a Systematic Review and Comparative Meta-Analysis Open
Introduction: Capsular contracture (CC) is one of the most frequent complications after breast reconstruction or augmentation. The incidence varies between the studies, mainly due to a difference in follow-up and between cosmetic or recons…
View article: Complications of Immediate versus Delayed DIEP Reconstruction: A Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies
Complications of Immediate versus Delayed DIEP Reconstruction: A Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies Open
Introduction: For two decades, autologous breast reconstruction, based on the deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEP) procedure, has been widely adopted due to its natural aesthetic shape results. However, an ill-defined subject en…
View article: Demographic and Clinicopathological Factors as Predictors of Lymph Node Metastasis in Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Population-Based Analysis
Demographic and Clinicopathological Factors as Predictors of Lymph Node Metastasis in Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Population-Based Analysis Open
Merkel cell carcinoma is an aggressive malignant skin tumor with high recurrence and low survival. Lymph nodal metastases are associated with a worse overall prognosis. Our aim was to assess how lymph node procedures and positivity are inf…
View article: Cutaneous Melanoma of the Lip: A SEER Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Outcomes With Focus on Surgery and Other Treatment Options
Cutaneous Melanoma of the Lip: A SEER Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Outcomes With Focus on Surgery and Other Treatment Options Open
LM has a poor prognosis with a 5-year OS of 75.2%. Surgery remains the mainstay of treatment, with less invasive surgical approaches yielding a comparable overall survival to surgery with greater margins.
View article: Melanoma of the Scalp and Neck: A Population-Based Analysis of Survival and Treatment Patterns
Melanoma of the Scalp and Neck: A Population-Based Analysis of Survival and Treatment Patterns Open
Introduction: Melanoma is an aggressive skin cancer. Large demographic and clinic-pathologic studies are required to identify variations of tumour behavior. The aim of our study was to offer updated epidemiologic data on the scalp and neck…
View article: Melanoma of the Upper Limb and Shoulder: A Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival 2000–2019
Melanoma of the Upper Limb and Shoulder: A Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival 2000–2019 Open
(1) Background: Melanoma is the most common life-threatening cancer among skin cancers. Almost all locations of the skin can be affected by melanoma, and the upper limbs are one of the most frequent locations. We aimed to study the epidemi…
View article: Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the External Ear: Population-Based Analysis and Survival Outcomes
Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the External Ear: Population-Based Analysis and Survival Outcomes Open
(1) Background: Due to its highly aggressive behavior, the ability to identify and manage Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) with a full understanding of its characteristics is essential. Because the external ear is an exposed area, resection can…
View article: Complications of Immediate versus Delayed DIEP Reconstruction: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
Complications of Immediate versus Delayed DIEP Reconstruction: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies Open
Purpose: The setting regarding the ideal timing for deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEP) reconstruction remains unclear. Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) is performed at the same time as mastectomy, while delayed breast rec…
View article: Surgical Outcomes of VRAM vs. Gracilis Flaps in Vulvo-Perineal Reconstruction Following Oncologic Resection: A Proportional Meta-Analysis
Surgical Outcomes of VRAM vs. Gracilis Flaps in Vulvo-Perineal Reconstruction Following Oncologic Resection: A Proportional Meta-Analysis Open
Pelvic exenteration and abdominoperineal resection are radical techniques commonly used for locally advanced or recurrent pelvic malignancy with high morbidity due to large pelvic defects. Flaps can help provide healthy, well-vascularized,…
View article: Comparison of Outcomes Following Prepectoral and Subpectoral Implants for Breast Reconstruction: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Comparison of Outcomes Following Prepectoral and Subpectoral Implants for Breast Reconstruction: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
(1) Background: Implant-based breast reconstruction following mastectomy helps to restore quality of life while aiming at providing optimal cosmetic outcomes. Both prepectoral (PP) and subpectoral (SP) breast implants are widely used to fu…
View article: Free versus Pedicled Flaps for Lower Limb Reconstruction: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
Free versus Pedicled Flaps for Lower Limb Reconstruction: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies Open
Background: Free and pedicled flaps are both valuable surgical strategies for lower limb reconstruction. Evidence that compares both techniques is scarce. Our aim is to synthetise all the comparative studies by conducting a meta-analysis t…
View article: Head and Neck Porocarcinoma: SEER Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival
Head and Neck Porocarcinoma: SEER Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Open
Porocarcinoma is a rare malignant adnexal tumor. Little is known about the location of the disease in the head and neck. Our aim is to offer the largest analysis of demographic, pathological, and treatment patterns of head and neck porocar…
View article: Survival outcomes and epidemiology of Merkel cell carcinoma of the lower limb and hip: A Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results analysis 2000-2018
Survival outcomes and epidemiology of Merkel cell carcinoma of the lower limb and hip: A Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results analysis 2000-2018 Open
Lower limb and hip Merkel cell carcinomas have better OS than tumors in other skin localizations. In this dataset, the best OS was ensured using surgery with >1-cm margins and adjuvant radiotherapy.
View article: Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Vulva: A Survival and Epidemiologic Study with Focus on Surgery and Radiotherapy
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Vulva: A Survival and Epidemiologic Study with Focus on Surgery and Radiotherapy Open
Vulvar squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most frequent vulvar neoplasia. While the primary role of surgery is widely accepted, large population studies are needed to compare survival between diverse treatment modalities and to identify …
View article: VP7: Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Lower Limb and Hip: A Population-based Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Outcomes with Focus on Surgery and Radiotherapy
VP7: Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Lower Limb and Hip: A Population-based Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Outcomes with Focus on Surgery and Radiotherapy Open
INTRODUCTION: Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is a rare skin tumor that occurs mainly in the head and neck. Skin of the lower limb and hip, despite being the third most frequent localization, are less targeted by literature. The aim of this ar…
View article: Sacral Chordoma: A Population-based Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Outcomes; supplemental content.
Sacral Chordoma: A Population-based Analysis of Epidemiology and Survival Outcomes; supplemental content. Open
Parameters used for SEER*Stat data extraction.
View article: Free-flap breast reconstruction: cost analysis in the Swiss healthcare system
Free-flap breast reconstruction: cost analysis in the Swiss healthcare system Open
AIM OF THE STUDY Breast cancer is the most common type of malignancy among women. Mastectomy maintains an essential role in oncological therapy and led to the development of breast reconstruction procedures. The deep inferior epigastric pe…