A Systematic Review of Functional Donor‐Site Morbidity in Scapular Bone Transfer
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DOI: 10.1002/micr.70044
Abstract: Despite the general perception of minimal donor‐site morbidity associated with scapular free flaps, the surgical harvest of scapular bone and subsequent reattachment of parascapular muscle have the potential to compromise postoperative shoulder function. A comprehensive… read more here.
Keywords: site morbidity; scapular bone; donor site;
Posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with peroneus longus tendon versus hamstring tendon: a comparison of functional outcome and donor site morbidity
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DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-06077-3
Abstract: Purpose This study aimed to evaluate the differences in clinical outcome and donor site morbidity between the Peroneus Longus Tendon (PLT) and Hamstring Tendon (HT) in single-bundle Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) reconstruction. Methods Patients with… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; donor site; site morbidity; outcome ... See more keywords
How Invasive is the Free Gracilis Muscle Flap? A Prospective Study on Donor Site Morbidity
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DOI: 10.1055/a-2632-2663
Abstract: Abstract Background Free gracilis muscle (GM) flaps represent a reliable workhorse procedure in the field of plastic and trauma surgery. However, only a small number of studies have examined this large group of patients regarding… read more here.
Keywords: free gracilis; site morbidity; gracilis muscle; prospective study ... See more keywords
The Iliac Crest Osteomuscular Flap for Bony Reconstruction: Beast or Beauty? A Reassessment of the Value and Donor Site Morbidity in the CAD/CAM Era.
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1724129
Abstract: BACKGROUND The iliac crest bone flap (ICBF), based on the deep circumflex iliac artery, has a bad reputation regarding donor site morbidity. However, the ICBF has an ideal curvature and shape for occlusion-based hemimandibular reconstructions… read more here.
Keywords: donor site; site; cad cam; site morbidity ... See more keywords
Preputial Grafts: The Forgotten Donor Site
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001644
Abstract: Background The prepuce is an excellent donor site for skin grafts with minimal donor site morbidity. Full-thickness grafts are often required for correction of congenital syndactyly and in burn contractures. Methods Preputial skin was used… read more here.
Keywords: forgotten donor; grafts forgotten; site; preputial grafts ... See more keywords
Beyond One-Size-Fits-All
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000004242
Abstract: Background Digital nerve injuries significantly affect hand function and quality of life, necessitating effective reconstruction strategies. Autologous nerve grafting remains the gold standard due to its superior biocompatibility, despite recent advancements in nerve conduits and… read more here.
Keywords: nerve; digital nerve; recovery; donor ... See more keywords
Superficial Temporal Artery Perforator Flap: Indications, Surgical Outcomes, and Donor Site Morbidity
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DOI: 10.3390/dj8040117
Abstract: The aim of this retrospective case series was to discuss indications, surgical outcomes, and donor site morbidity in the use of superficial temporal artery perforator (STAP) flaps in intra-oral or extra-oral facial reconstruction. This study… read more here.
Keywords: surgical outcomes; site; indications surgical; site morbidity ... See more keywords