World Journal of Plastic Surgery最新文献

Background: Peripheral nerve damage is a very important factor in patients' quality of life and functionality for various reasons. We aimed to compare the functionality level, disability and quality of life in subjects with peripheral nerve repair in the upper extremity.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on patients with nerve injuries in 2019. Among those patients, Eighty-five were selected as the sample. The instruments used in this study included the health-related quality of life standard questionnaire (SF-36), and the disability of the arm, shoulder and hand questionnaire (DASH-38). Data were analyzed by SPSS software version 22 and one-way ANOVA and Kruskal-Wallis statistical tests.

Results: Results of the Kruskal-Wallis test showed that the disability score in the groups of patients was not significant. In addition, according to the results of the one-way ANOVA test, the quality of life score was not significant among the patient groups.

Conclusion: Considering that peripheral nerve damage has a significant impact on patients' quality of life and functionality, apart from more research on the subject, it is necessary to provide support for patients to improve their quality of life.

Background: Hypertrophic scars and keloids are disorders caused by the excessive growth of connective tissue, associated with the accumulation of collagen and cellular matrix components. These scars are caused by abnormal wound healing and can have a great impact on patients' lives. Therefore, we aimed to compare the effect of intralesional injection of vitamin D with triamcinolone acetonide in the treatment of keloid.

Methods: This study was a one-sided blind clinical trial, conducted on 22 patients (44 samples) with keloid. It was a randomized, blinded clinical trial, conducted in Imam Khomeini Hospital in Ahvaz, Iran in 2022. In each group, triamcinolone or vitamin D was injected at the lesion site with an interval of three weeks and an average of 6 sessions. The patients were re-evaluated 3 months after the end of the treatment in terms of recurrence.

Results: By examining the VSS scale in each of the groups, this scale decreased significantly in both groups after the intervention (P=0.001), which was greater in the group receiving triamcinolone (P=0.001).

Conclusion: It seems that the injection of vitamin D at the site of the lesion helps to treat it, but the effectiveness of the usual triamcinolone treatment was still higher, it is suggested to use vitamin D as an adjunctive treatment in these patients.

Cases of radioactive back ulcers caused by radiation therapy have not been reported. This paper reports a matter of a 55-year-old male patient suffering from chronic back radiation ulcer after coronary stent implantation. Through the repeated and complete expansion of the rear radiation ulcer wound, the back radiation ulcer wound was successfully repaired with the reverse turnover pedicled latissimus dorsi muscle flap, and the clinical effect was satisfactory.

Many people were affected by COVID-19 in its severe form. Some intercurrences are still emerging. We here report two cases of COVID-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (CRONJ). Two retrospective cases were admitted into Imam Reza Hospital, Mashhad, Iran with suspected CRONJ. One patient escaped from hospital while the other showed a positive result after our proposed treatment. A new aftermath to COVID-19 infections is emerging. Maxillofacial and orthopedic surgeons should be aware of this situation. CRONJ should be on the suspect list in patients with COVID-19. Measures that are useful in the treatment carried out, as well as some measures recommended in the literature, were discussed. Surgical treatment of CRONJ appears to be an effective alternative, especially in the more aggressive cases.

In this article, we describe the 'Artesian Perforator Concept', based on the idea that in clinical practice, there are multiple plexuses between perforasomes in addition to the supra-fascial direct and indirect linking vessels that are present within deeper soft tissue, which form part of a deeper vascular reservoir, the equivalent of a vascular 'aquifer'. We then demonstrate the use of this concept clinically for a 45-year-old male patient with median sternotomy wound dehiscence who was reconstructed using the Internal Mammary Artery Perforator and Lateral Thoracic Artery Perforator flaps.

Hypopharyngeal carcinoma is one of the most aggressive primary head and neck cancers, often managed through partial or total laryngopharyngectomy. Reconstruction after such surgeries remains a challenging procedure that often requires the use of free flaps. A 63-year-old male patient with in-situ squamous cell carcinoma of the left vocal cord treated with total pharyngolaryngectomy and primary reconstruction with a left radial forearm free flap, complicated by flap necrosis, which ended up in dismantling and gastrostomy. He was referred to the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Department at Centro Medico Nacional 20 de Noviembre, Mexico in 2023 to assess the reconstructive options for the hypopharynx and cervical esophagus defect. A tubular right radial forearm free flap was designed forming the anterior wall of the hypopharynx and cervical esophagus and a posterior wall for the external defect. Twelve months after his surgery, he continues tolerating oral intake without signs of stenosis or tumor recurrence. The objective in this case was based on restoring the continuity of the digestive tract and swallowing function, as well as providing skin coverage of the defects, and preventing serious complications. The radial forearm free flap has versatility in the tubular construction and a low leak rate, as well as an adequate skin island size. Conclusion: The pharyngoesophageal reconstruction with a tubed forearm free flap has favorable outcomes for restoring the gastrointestinal tract without further complications.

Background: Rhinoplasty has become a globally prevalent esthetic procedure, necessitating precise facial analysis and comprehensive preoperative planning for favorable postoperative outcomes. We aimed to assess patient satisfaction levels concerning nasal appearance following rhinoplasty.

Methods: A case series interventional study was conducted involving 52 subjects referred to Rhinoplasty Clinics of Taleghani Hospital, Tehran, Iran from Mar 2021 to Mar 2022. Patients' satisfaction levels were evaluated using a concise checklist before and three months after surgery.

Results: The mean age of the patients was 29.23 ± 7.26 years, with 19 (36.5%) being male. Statistically significant improvements were observed in all assessed factors, including nasal obstruction, nasal size, hump presence, nasal bridge width, nasal tip bulbosity, nasal deviation, radix, nostril asymmetry, and tip ptosis (P < 0.001). These findings reveal a consistent pattern of patients' satisfaction levels predominantly shifting from moderate to low across various aspects of nasal appearance post-rhinoplasty.

Conclusion: The study demonstrated a significant enhancement in patients' satisfaction with their nasal appearance following rhinoplasty, indicated by statistically significant changes across all assessed factors. However, certain aspects exhibit more limited enhancement.

Background: In Sub-Saharan Africa, which already faces challenges due to a lack of surgeons and facilities, the COVID-19 pandemic could significantly disrupt surgical activities and training programs. "2^nd Chance", a non-governmental organization providing training program to enhance local reconstructive surgery capacity in this region since 2015, could play a crucial role in addressing these issues. We aimed to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 on the activity of sub-Saharan African reconstructive surgeons collaborating with "2^nd Chance" organization and evaluate its effect on the organization's training programs.

Methods: In the course of 2022, an online cross-sectional survey was conducted among reconstructive surgeons working in sub-Saharan African countries and collaborating with "2^nd Chance". The survey consisted of 57 questions covering demographics, impacts of COVID-19 on personal life, clinical and training activities.

Results: Of 469 surgeons eligible for the study, 240 were included and 51 responded. The impact of COVID-19 was felt personally in terms of health and stress. Clinical activities were severely affected, with some reporting higher mortality due to surgical cancellations and delays. Regarding training, there was a shift from practical to theoretical learning, though overall impact was moderate. One-third of participants were able to attend "2^nd Chance" workshops. Among the 17 planned workshops, 9 were successfully conducted, and 4 of them exclusively featured African trainers.

Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic had substantial consequences on reconstructive surgery in sub-Saharan Africa, impacting more clinical practices than training programs. Collaboration between African and European trainers proved essential during the pandemic. In future pandemics, South-South collaborations should be prioritized.

Background: Hand injury as an important concern for the surgeon and the patient requires proper and timely treatment to prevent complications such as infection and adhesions, and with a proper rehabilitation program, the patient returns to maximum function as soon as possible. We aimed to investigate the short-term and long-term treatment results of deep flexor tendon repair in in zone II.

Methods: This retrospective study was performed on 34 patients with 45 injured fingers in the zone II referred to Ahvaz Imam Khomeini Hospital, Ahvaz, Iran during 2017-2019. The results of deep flexor tendons repair in two groups, immediate and delayed primary repair were assessed.

Results: The mean age of the patients was 27.76 years. There was no significant remarkable between male and female in the incidence of complications such as infection, tendon rupture and adhesions. 29.4% (n=10) had poor outcome, 8.8% (n=3) had fair outcome, 29.4% (n=10) had good outcome and 32.4% (n=11) had excellent outcomes. 26.5% had adhesion and infection rate was 11.8%.

Conclusion: Among surgeons, there is consensus for the primary repair of tendon injury, but there was no significant difference between the results of immediate and delayed primary repair. Although physiotherapy has been suggested as an effective factor in improving hand function, its positive effect on the range of motion of the fingers has not been proven.