Simultaneous double free radial forearm flaps combined with coronoidectomy and myotomy to release bilateral severe trismus: A case report
This report presents a 47‐year‐old man with severe trismus caused by recurrent head and neck cancer, who had received multiple free‐flap reconstructions after cancer ablation. Reconstruction was successfully achieved for the bilateral defects and releasing the trismus by using simultaneous double free radial forearm flaps as a chained flow‐through pattern with one residual recipient vessel combined with the bilateral myotomy of the medial pterygoid and masseter muscles, and coronoidectomy. Both flaps survived without any postoperative complication. The maximal mouth opening measured by interincisal distance was 38 ...
Source: Microsurgery - September 12, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Chieh Chou, Chien ‐Chang Chen, Chung‐Sheng Lai, Sin‐Daw Lin, Yur‐Ren Kuo Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
A new method for microsurgery training using a smartphone and a laptop computer
(Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 12, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Ryo Karakawa, Hidehiko Yoshimatsu, Shuichi Nakatsukasa, Takuya Iida Tags: LETTER TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research
Improvement of the efficacy of vascularized lymph node transfer for lower ‐extremity lymphedema via a prefabricated lympho‐venous shunt through lymphaticovenular anastomosis between the efferent lymphatic vessel and small vein in the elevated vascularized lymph node
Microsurgery,Volume 38, Issue 3, Page 270-277, March 2018. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 6, 2017 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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Microsurgery, Ahead of Print. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 6, 2017 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Superficial temporal artery perforator flap: Anatomic study of number and reliability of distal branches of the superficial temporal artery and clinical applications in three cases
ConclusionsSTA distal perforator branches proved to be anatomically constant in both the cadaveric and clinical settings. Although a larger series of cases is needed, island flaps based on such vessels may represent a versatile surgical option, allowing a wide range of reconstructions in the different facial subunits. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Achille Aveta, Beniamino Brunetti, Stefania Tenna, Francesco Segreto, Paolo Persichetti Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Functional results of free tissue transfer for complex heel ‐calcaneal defects
ConclusionsBoth FCP flap and muscle flaps provided the similar and excellent functional results in resurfacing of heel‐calcaneal defects after long term follow up. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Chang ‐Yi Chou, Hao‐Yu Chiao, Chi‐Yu Wang, Yu‐Shan Sun, Chin‐Ta Lin, Niann‐Tzyy Dai, Shyi‐Gen Chen, Shun‐Cheng Chang Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
The spreaded gracilis flap revisited: Comparing outcomes in lower limb reconstruction
ConclusionThe use of the spreaded gracilis flap provides a valuable option for the microsurgeon, especially also to reconstruct large size lower limb defects. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Paul Immanuel Heidekrueger, Denis Ehrl, Milomir Ninkovic, Aung Thiha, Lukas Prantl, Frank Herter, Camillo Mueller, Peter Niclas Broer Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Reconstruction of a near total ear amputation with a neurosensorial radial forearm free flap prelaminated with porous polyethylene implant and delay procedure
When an auricular defect is caused by high‐energy trauma that causes damage to the surrounding tissues, the patient may be not a candidate for reconstruction with local flaps and free tissue transfer may be necessary. Here we present a case of total auricular reconstruction in a 27 year‐old man who had total loss of the left ear and traumatized temporal skin and fascia. A radial forearm flap prelaminated by a porous polyethylene implant was employed. A “printed” ear made of silicone, based on the patient's CT‐scan of the contralateral ear, was used for intraoperative molding of the future reconstruction. Prolonge...
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Ricardo Horta, Rita Valen ça‐Filipe, Jorge Carvalho, Ricardo Nascimento, Alvaro Silva, Jose Amarante Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Foot and ankle reconstruction with vertically designed deep inferior epigastric perforator flap
ConclusionsThe VDIEP flap may be an option for selected lower extremity soft tissue reconstructions, and it may be an alternative to classically designed abdominal flaps. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Osman Akdag, Mehtap Karamese, Gokce Unal Y ıldıran, Mustafa Sutcu, Zekeriya Tosun Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Lymphatic mapping of the upper limb with lymphedema before lymphatic supermicrosurgery by mirroring of the healthy limb
ConclusionThis technique allowed to preoperatively map UL lymphatics even if diffuse DB was present. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Stefano Gentileschi, Maria Servillo, Roberta Albanese, Francesca De Bonis, Girolamo Tartaglione, Marzia Salgarello Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Comparing the thoracodorsal and internal mammary vessels as recipients for microsurgical autologous breast reconstruction: A systematic review and meta ‐analysis
ConclusionBoth recipient vessels are safe, reliable and demonstrate equivocal results in the absence of contraindications. Utilizing either as a first‐line vessel is reasonable, depending on surgeons' preference or certain clinical scenarios.
QuestionTherapeutic, Level of evidence: III (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Osama A. Samargandi, Jessica Winter, Joseph P. Corkum, Sarah Al Youha, Simon Frank, Jason Williams Tags: REVIEW ARTICLE Source Type: research
Tear drop ‐free anterolateral thigh flap, a versatile design for lower limb reconstruction after trauma
ConclusionsThe tear drop ALT is a useful tool in lower limb reconstruction allowing to improve skin paddle tailoring without elongating the donor site scar. It allows minimal tension over the pedicle while optimizing the contour of both the donor and recipient sites. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - September 1, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Sergio Razzano, Samir Ramadan, Andrea Figus, Richard M. Haywood Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Evaluation of 389 patients following free ‐flap lower extremity reconstruction with respect to secondary refinement procedures
Microsurgery,Volume 38, Issue 3, Page 242-250, March 2018. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - August 31, 2017 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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Microsurgery, Ahead of Print. (Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - August 31, 2017 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Optimizing perioperative lymphatic ‐venous anastomosis localization using transcutaneous vein illumination, isosulfan blue, and indocyanine green lymphangiography
(Source: Microsurgery)
Source: Microsurgery - August 31, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Aladdin H. Hassanein, Justin M. Sacks, Damon S. Cooney Tags: LETTER TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research
