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Arterialized venous flaps (AVFs) are an innovative option in hand reconstruction. Their exact vascular physiology and survival mechanisms remain unclear. We report on two hand reconstruction cases with AVFs. Indocyanine green laser angiography was used to assess vascular perfusion of the flaps. A notable change in flap perfusion was seen by 48 h post-operatively with normalization of shunting and progression to a diffuse perfusion pattern resembling traditional flaps. Flap survival was attributed to reversed shunting at the microvascular level occurring within the first 48 h post-operatively.
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The effects of maxillary advancement on velopharyngeal anatomy have primarily been studied using lateral cephalometric radiographs. However, with recent advances in orthognathic surgery, there is an increased need for more detailed and precise imaging such as computerized tomographic (CT) scan reconstructions, to help in surgical planning and to measure outcomes. The purpose of this study was to compare the pre- and post-operative velopharyngeal anatomic configuration modifications as measured on CT scans. METHODS: This is a retrospective cohort study of 44 patients with and without cleft palate who were treated with maxillary advancement. The pre- and post-operative CT scans were compared with respect to pre-established landmarks. Linear distances, cross-sectional areas, and volumes were measured using 3-dimensional CT scan reconstructions. RESULTS: For the linear distances measured, a statistically significant difference was found when comparing the pre- and post-operative measures of the narrowest part of the nasopharynx and the narrowest part of the retropalatal airway space (P = 0.001 and 0.026, respectively). Retropalatal cross-sectional areas, nasopharyngeal cross-sectional areas, and the volumetric assessment of the nasopharyngeal space showed no statistically significant differences when comparing pre- and post-operative scans (P < 0.05). Mean changes in the measures did not differ over time (pre- and post-operative) depending on whether there was a prior history of cleft palate repair. CONCLUSIONS: Although structural modifications of the pharyngeal space are inherent to maxillary advancement, its surface area and volume do not significantly change. The use of 3-dimensional reconstruction using CT scans should be the first choice for evaluation of the upper airway.
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INTRODUCTION: Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a rare and recently described type of peripheral T-cell lymphoma. Fewer than 550 cases have been reported worldwide. Although BIA-ALCL is usually indolent, early diagnosis and treatment have been shown to improve outcome. CASE DESCRIPTION: This case report describes the management of a 50-year-old healthy Caucasian woman presenting with rapid painful enlargement of the left breast. Imaging revealed findings consistent with BIA-ALCL. This diagnosis was confirmed by fine needle aspiration cytology and subsequent pathological analysis. Bilateral removal of implants, complete left capsulectomy and immediate bilateral implant exchange were performed. CONCLUSION: No consensus currently exists regarding optimal time of implant exchange and management of the contralateral capsule. The immediate replacement with smooth implants was thoroughly discussed with the patient and endorsed by expert opinion, given complete removal of the disease. There was no sign of recurrence at 6 months. Close clinical and radiological visits are planned for the next years. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE V: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
