Beier JP

[OBJECTIVES] Extensive soft tissue defects of the lower leg can be effectively addressed by transplantation of various free microvascular flaps. A fundamental requirement for successful free microvascular flap coverage is the availability o…

At a consensus workshop, the following questions were discussed regarding the preoperative imaging of recipient vessels prior to microsurgical transplantation in the lower extremity: • Is preoperative imaging necessary for patients with cli…

As part of a consensus workshop, the following key questions regarding the future of robotic microsurgery were discussed: • What functional and ergonomic requirements should future robotic microsurgery systems meet with respect to their har…

The technology of microsurgical robotic systems has shown potential benefit during the last decade for a variety of microsurgical procedures, such as vascular anastomoses, lymphatic anastomoses or nerve coaptation. At the same time, periphe…

Autologous postmastectomy breast reconstruction is associated with favourable long-term clinical outcomes and superior patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) compared with implant-based reconstruction. However, adjuvant radiotherapy has traditio…

Inter-α-trypsin inhibitor heavy chain 5 (ITIH5) is widely expressed in the human body, and it is detected to be particularly abundant in adipose tissue. ITIH5 expression is increased in people with obesity compared to lean persons and is de…

Robotic microsurgery is a novel technology for microsurgical free flap transplantation in reconstructive surgery. Recently, the first free flap transplantation using a dedicated robotic system for microsurgery (Symani Surgical System; Medic…

[BACKGROUND] Adipose stem cells (ASCs) hold a great regenerative capacity because of their differentiation capability and their secretory activity. Thus, ASC survival is of great significance during perioperative harvesting. Various local a…

[INTRODUCTION] Local anesthetics (LAs) are routinely administered in plastic and reconstructive surgery, e.g., as tumescent anesthesia adjunct in liposuction. Historically, these substances were assumed to act cytotoxically. Thus, the appli…

[BACKGROUND] Research is an integral part of academic medicine. In plastic surgery, it sets the course for innovations in the specialty. The purpose of this study is to present the research performance of plastic surgeons in Germany for the…

[BACKGROUND] There is still no consensus regarding the ideal zoning in abdominal-based autologous breast reconstruction using free DIEP or ms-TRAM flaps. In particular, the perfusion pattern of the flap according to the number of perforator…

Background: Deep inferior epigastric perforator and muscle sparing transverse rectus abdominis muscle flaps are commonly used flaps for autologous breast reconstruction. CT-angiography allows to analyse the perforator course preoperatively.…

Recently, several new technologies to support microsurgeons have received European market approval. This article summarizes and discusses the impressions of an expert panel to classify the potential of new technologies in terms of benefits …

[BACKGROUND] Silicone (gel) breast implants (SBI) are used world-wide for breast augmentation, and reconstruction or to correct breast deformities. They consist of two compounds: an elastomer silicone shell (envelope) and a silicone gel fil…

[BACKGROUND]  Since 2015/16 the DGPRÄC collects, evaluates and publishes the research activities of academic sections, departments and clinics for plastic surgery at university hospitals in Germany, in order to raise the awareness of plasti…

Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women. The interdisciplinary treatment is based on the histological tumor type, the TNM classification, and the patient's wishes. Following tumor resection and (neo-) adjuvant therapy strategie…

In western countries, approximately 1 % of individuals are affected by chronic wounds during their lifetime. Due to changing demographics, this incidence will likely increase in the future. Additionally, the high prevalence is accompanied b…

Due to the increasing clinical application of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSC), e.g. lipotransfer for breast reconstruction, this study aimed to gain novel insights regarding ADSC influence on breast tissue remodeling and determine patient…

[INTRODUCTION] This report serves to publicize the research of academic institutions for Plastic Surgery within our society DGPRÄC in 2017/2018 and sequels the funding report of 2015/2016. Applications to public, non-public, or industrial f…

[BACKGROUND] Although multiple strategies for autologous breast reconstruction exist, a vertical midline scar in the abdominal wall as a result of previous laparatomy or abdominoplasty represents a major surgical challenge. To date, little …

Based on the increasing importance of microsurgical procedures in the field of plastic and hand surgery, as well as in other related fields, a consensus workshop was held during the 31st annual meeting of the German-language working group f…

There is still sparse information published about the surgical correction of female funnel chest deformity. Women with severe asymmetric funnel chest deformity often present with asymmetric, hypoplastic breasts. These patients frequently co…

[BACKGROUND] Cutis verticis gyrata (CVG) is a rare deformity of the skin presenting with thick gyrated folds and ridges, involving predominantly parts of the head and the face. [OBJECTIVE] We report on aspects of the surgical treatment of …