피부이식 Skin Grafting

Facial burns often result in cicatricial eyelid retraction, causing corneal exposure, ulceration, and vision loss. Traditional reconstructive methods, such as full-thickness skin grafts or local flaps, frequently fail in extensive burns due…

[BACKGROUND] Adverse events following elective cosmetic surgery can raise concerns about patient safety, particularly in facilities with variable oversight of infection‑prevention practices. Severe early‑onset postoperative infections cause…

The purpose of this study was to assess the safety and efficacy of an open envelope incision (OEI) for closure of the posterior tibial artery free flap (PTAFF) donor site and to compare the functional and aesthetic outcomes with those of cl…

[BACKGROUND] Although various dermal substitutes are available, their use in the acute setting or for extensive surface areas is often constrained by high costs and labor-intensive application procedures. Despite these challenges, they have…

[BACKGROUND] Solid organ transplant recipients are at increased risk of developing head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). These patients often require free flap reconstruction; however, data on outcomes in this immunosuppressed popu…

[BACKGROUND] Postoperative wound healing remains a critical challenge, particularly in complex reconstructions such as free flap surgeries. Despite technical improvements, perfusion-related complications may cause partial flap loss. Followi…

Large nasal defects that cannot be addressed with forehead flaps often require microsurgical free flap-based reconstructions. The temporoparietal fascial flap (TPFF) has been described for nasal reconstruction, but no reports have shown the…

By using virtual surgical planning (VSP) and 3D printed guides, complex maxillofacial defects can be reconstructed with high accuracy and predictability. A fully digital workflow resulting in a modular all-in-one 3D printed guide system for…

[BACKGROUND] Obesity is a known risk factor for surgical complications, but its impact on mandibular reconstruction with fibula free flap (FFF) remains unclear. This study examines the association between body mass index (BMI) and postopera…

[INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE] Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare condition caused by dermal inflammation with neutrophilic infiltration, often associated with an underlying systemic disease. The breast is an uncommon site for this conditio…

[BACKGROUND] Xylazine is a veterinary sedative that is added to illicit fentanyl to prolong its euphoric effects. When injected subcutaneously, xylazine causes large, necrotic wounds. In 2023, the White House designated fentanyl adulterated…

[OBJECTIVE] This study investigates the effectiveness of pre-expanded supraclavicular artery perforator (SAP) and combined with anterior SAP (a-SAP) flap for treating second- and third-degree burn-induced neck scar contractures. [METHODS] …

[INTRODUCTION] The radial forearm free flap (RFFF) is a versatile free flap in the reconstruction of head and neck defects. There is little consensus on the optimal technique for reconstructing RFFF donor site defects. Our group previously …

Secondary cranioplasty aims to restore skull integrity after decompressive surgery but can be complicated by rare issues such as skin necrosis. We report a case of a 70-year-old female with multiple comorbidities who developed extensive sca…

Primary cutaneous follicle center lymphoma (PCFCL) is an indolent subtype of primary cutaneous B-cell lymphoma that may present diagnostic challenges due to its variable clinical appearance and frequent overlap with benign inflammatory or n…

Contemporary medical curricula exhibits substantial gaps in plastic surgery education, with 70 percent of medical students completing their training without formal exposure to the specialty. The Essential Plastic Surgery Skills (EPS) course…

Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare inflammatory skin disease that is difficult to diagnose. PG may be an extra-intestinal manifestation of ulcerative colitis (UC). In recent times, coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines have caused variou…

[BACKGROUND] The fibula free flap (FFF) is a mainstay in maxillofacial reconstruction, yet donor site morbidity remains a significant clinical concern. Closure technique is a key factor influencing complication rates, but comparative data r…

Reconstruction of full-thickness lower eyelid defects remains a complex challenge due to the simultaneous requirements of functional protection, dynamic closure, and aesthetic harmony. Various local and free flaps exist, but limitations suc…

[BACKGROUND] Superficial circumflex iliac artery (SCIA) perforator (SCIP) flap is becoming popular for relatively small defect reconstruction. However, little is known regarding the use of the SCIA transverse branch (SCIAt) as a pedicle of …