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View article: Deep Learning-Based Prediction Model of Surgical Indication of Nasal Bone Fracture Using Waters’ View
Deep Learning-Based Prediction Model of Surgical Indication of Nasal Bone Fracture Using Waters’ View Open
Background/Objectives: The nasal bone is critical to both the functional integrity and esthetic contour of the facial skeleton. Nasal bone fractures constitute the most prevalent facial fracture presentation in emergency departments. The i…
View article: Removal of soft tissue foreign bodies in the hand under microscopy: a retrospective observational study
Removal of soft tissue foreign bodies in the hand under microscopy: a retrospective observational study Open
Purpose: Numerous studies have focused on techniques for detecting foreign bodies in soft tissue in the hand, but removal remains a subject of interest. In this study, we describe the microscope-assisted removal of foreign bodies in the ha…
View article: Accessory first lumbrical muscle within the carpal tunnel: a case report
Accessory first lumbrical muscle within the carpal tunnel: a case report Open
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common entrapment neuropathy in the upper extremity. Palmaris longus, flexor digitorum superficialis, and lumbricals have infrequently been reported as causes of nerve compression. During routine Korean c…
View article: Neglected posterior interosseous nerve injury
Neglected posterior interosseous nerve injury Open
Posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) injury is uncommon due to its anatomically deep location. We report a neglected, rare case of PIN injury presenting the loss of extension of thumb, index, and small fingers with weakness of thumb abductio…
View article: Successful pedicled vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap reconstruction with negative-pressure wound therapy for deep sternal wound infection: a case report and comprehensive review
Successful pedicled vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap reconstruction with negative-pressure wound therapy for deep sternal wound infection: a case report and comprehensive review Open
Introduction Deep sternal wound infection (DSWI) is a serious complication that may occur after median sternotomy, with potentially devastating consequences. By reporting our case and analyzing the existing literature, this article aimed t…
View article: Recurred forehead osteoma disseminated after previous osteoma excision: A case report
Recurred forehead osteoma disseminated after previous osteoma excision: A case report Open
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), which is distinguished by increased glucose levels in the bloodstream, is a metabolic disease with a rapidly increasing incidence worldwide. Nevertheless, the etiology and characteristics of the mechanism o…
View article: Gouty tenosynovitis with compartment syndrome in the hand: A case report
Gouty tenosynovitis with compartment syndrome in the hand: A case report Open
Rehabilitation of lower limb amputation in developing countries is quite challenging. Though there are basic to highly advanced prostheses available in India, the set-up is still facing difficulties in developing countries. Prosthetic mana…
View article: Free flap reconstruction of scalp in a case of advanced lung cancer with brain metastasis: A case report
Free flap reconstruction of scalp in a case of advanced lung cancer with brain metastasis: A case report Open
Rationale: Reconstruction of wound complications in patients with advanced cancer with distant metastases is challenging for plastic surgeons. This may be due to the cancer patients’ hypercoagulability and potential intolerance to general …
View article: Successful reconstruction of an ankle defect with free tissue transfer in a hemophilia A patient with repetitive hemoarthrosis: A case report
Successful reconstruction of an ankle defect with free tissue transfer in a hemophilia A patient with repetitive hemoarthrosis: A case report Open
To the best of our knowledge, there are very few reports of successful free flaps in patients with hemophilia, and none have been reported in patients with hemophilia A. Moreover, there are several reports on the efficacy of TXA in free fl…
View article: A Clinical Analysis of Friction Burns Caused by Electric Scooters
A Clinical Analysis of Friction Burns Caused by Electric Scooters Open
Purpose: Electric scooters have recently entered into wide use in South Korea because of their eco-friendliness and convenience.Associated accidents resulting in friction burns are also increasing, due to a lack of recognition of the regul…
View article: A rare case of nerve compression caused by a connected lipoma of the wrist
A rare case of nerve compression caused by a connected lipoma of the wrist Open
A variety of benign and malignant neoplasms can develop in the hand, originating from skin, adipose tissue, tendons, muscles, nerves, and bones. However, most cases are benign; therefore, observation is recommended if they are small, painl…
View article: Resection of one slip of the flexor digitorum superficialis resulting finger deformity in pediatric trigger finger: a case report
Resection of one slip of the flexor digitorum superficialis resulting finger deformity in pediatric trigger finger: a case report Open
Pediatric trigger finger (PTF) is a rare hand disorder caused by various anatomic abnormalities and systemic illnesses. We report a case of PTF in a 16-month-old boy, revealing a flexion deformity of his right middle finger. We noted an ab…
View article: Hemodynamic Principles in Free Tissue Transfer: Vascular Changes at the Anastomosis Site
Hemodynamic Principles in Free Tissue Transfer: Vascular Changes at the Anastomosis Site Open
Purpose: Various factors such as blood velocity, turbulent flow,and intimal injury are the most basic elements in free tissue transfers. However, how blood flow is reestablished, maintained, and changed after vascular anastomosis has rarel…
View article: Anterolateral Thigh Free Flap to Cover Diabetic Foot Defect by Using Reverse Flow of Severely Calcified Dorsalis Pedis Artery
Anterolateral Thigh Free Flap to Cover Diabetic Foot Defect by Using Reverse Flow of Severely Calcified Dorsalis Pedis Artery Open
Low blood flow in the distal part of the diabetic foot aggravates the wound to an ischemic state, which eventually leads to amputation. However, major advancements in microvascular surgery have shown the ability to salvage the limb even in…
View article: Versatility of the Posterior Interosseous Artery Flap: Emphasis on Powering Up the Toe Transfer
Versatility of the Posterior Interosseous Artery Flap: Emphasis on Powering Up the Toe Transfer Open
Background: Reverse-flow posterior interosseous artery (rPIA) flap is an excellent tool for restoration of defects in the hand and upper extremity, sparing the main arteries to the hand. Its reliability has been well established. Materials…
View article: Huge Abscess due to Mycobacterium Abscessus Infection after Breast Augmentation
Huge Abscess due to Mycobacterium Abscessus Infection after Breast Augmentation Open
Periprosthetic capsular contracture, implant rupture, and deflation are well-known delayed complications of augmentation mammaplasty. However, infection remains the most common cause of reoperation after breast implant surgery. We report t…
View article: Delayed formation of sterile abscess after zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture treatment with bioabsorbable plates
Delayed formation of sterile abscess after zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture treatment with bioabsorbable plates Open
We present a patient who showed a sterile abscess after facial bone fixation with bioabsorbable plates and screws. He had zygomaticomaxillary complex and periorbital fracture due to falling down. The displaced bones were treated by open re…