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Reconstruction of knee ligaments with a free tensor fascia lata myocutaneous flap transfer.

A 26-year-old woman suffered a grinding injury of the thigh and knee, resulting in the loss of a large amount of soft tissue and some of the femur. A contralateral tensor fascia lata myocutaneous free flap was used to reconstruct the soft tissues and the lateral ligament compartment around the knee. Later, a ceramic artificial bone was implanted. The patient was able to walk, and a stress radiograph showed that the implanted artificial bone and the knee joint were stable. There was no donor-site morbidity. The functional and cosmetic results were satisfactory.

Accidents, Traffic↗

Successful repair of tracheal defect using gelatin-resorcin-formaldehyde-glue-reinforced fascia patch.

We describe the case of a 63-year-old female who underwent repair of a membranous tracheal defect. The tracheal perforation occurred after subtotal esophageal resection, and was associated with empyema due to esophago-gastric anastomotic leakage. We employed a fascia patch reinforced with Gelatin Resorcin- Formaldehyde/Glutaraldehyde glue for the repair, as pedicle muscular flaps were not available due to thoracotomy and a pericardial patch was inadequate because of the empyema. Our method was uncomplicated and provided a satisfactory result.

Drug Combinations↗

[Urethrovesical suspension with autologous fascia tissue by the purely vaginal approach--the short-arm sling operation].

Sling operations are a last result following failures of routine vaginal surgery for stress incontinence. The present paper describes a new operative treatment of stress incontinence by using pre-existing urethral fixing ligaments. The complex reunion of these ligaments after their preparation results in a sling formation with autologous tissue. The ligaments are 1-2 cm long from their origin. The urethra is directly under the insertion of the ligaments. Their presence in all cases permits the treatment of incontinence of all types and degrees with a reliable fixation of the urethra to the symphysis. The regional anatomy must be well observed in all cases. Plication of the remaining vesico-vaginal septum eliminates the always present vaginal descent. The numerous advantages over all other sling operations of this short arm sling operation are described in detail. Only the incorporation of endopelvic fascia into the carrying structures is a reliable indication for postoperative continence. The ideal nutrition of the fixating ligaments permits full activity four weeks after the operation and integration into the working life. Among the 332 cases of stress incontinence which were cured by this method no true recurrence was observed. A few patients had stress incontinence under extreme stress and were considered as failures. The short arm sling operation shows its advantages by reliable long term results, the pure vaginal approach without costly foreign materials and the lack of infection are other advantages.

Fasciotomy↗

High plasma ropivacaine concentrations after fascia iliaca compartment block in children.

BACKGROUND: The pharmacokinetic profile of local anaesthetics is influenced by the mode of administration. We sought to compare the pharmacokinetics of two doses of ropivacaine after fascia iliaca compartment (FIC) block in children. METHODS: In this prospective, double-blind study, children received an FIC block as a part of their anaesthetic management during elective orthopaedic surgery on the thigh. They were randomized to receive ropivacaine 0.7 ml x kg(-1) using either a 0.375% or 0.5% solution. Venous blood samples were drawn up to 6 h after injection. Plasma concentrations of ropivacaine were measured by gas-liquid chromatography. RESULTS: Six children (10.2 (range 5-15) yr, 35.6 (sd 10) kg were included. FIC block provided satisfactory peroperative pain relief. No signs of toxicity were observed, but high maximal plasma concentrations (C(max) 4.33-5.6 microg ml(-1)), were observed for three of four patients in the ropivacaine 0.5% group. The two patients in the 0.375% group showed values within the safe range (C(max) 0.66 and 0.98 microg ml(-1) respectively). Even though no toxic effects were observed, these results led us to discontinue the study. CONCLUSIONS: The administration of ropivacaine 3.5 mg x kg(-1) can be associated with sustained high plasma concentrations of ropivacaine, outside the tolerable range. In view of these results, we recommend the use of lower ropivacaine dosage during FIC block in children.

Adolescent↗

The closure of large pelvic defects by extended compound tensor fascia lata and inferior gluteal myocutaneous flaps.

This report describes the use of myocutaneous flaps in two unique situations with extensive pelvic and perineal defects. In the first patient, bilateral tensor fascia lata myocutaneous flaps 10 x 40 cm were rotated posteriorly to cover a perineal defect measuring 15 x 30 cm. In the second patient, bilateral inferior gluteus maximus myocutaneous flaps 10 x 32 cm were rotated to fill a pelvic defect 10 x 15 x 8 cm that remained after a pelvic exenteration and sacral resection. Both flaps were delayed 2 weeks prior to surgery to insure 100% viability.

Aged↗

Reconstruction of heel with ipsilateral tensor fascia lata myocutaneous flap.

Large defects of the lower leg and foot have been reconstructed using abdominal, cross-leg, and cross-foot skin flaps, as well as muscle, myocutaneous, and free vascularized flaps. We describe a technique of using an ipsilateral tensor fascia lata myocutaneous flap for reconstruction of total loss of the heel. Its advantages over other methods are outlined.

Adolescent↗

Tensor fascia lata myocutaneous flap in lower abdominal wall reconstruction.

The tensor fascia lata myocutaneous flap provides a reliable autogenous building block for anatomical lower abdominal wall reconstruction. Preservation of innervation allows maintenance of voluntary motor control and protective sensation. The excellent blood supply of this flap is particularly helpful in reconstructing previously irradiated areas. A one-stage repair is possible, leaving minimal secondary defect. We describe 4 patients illustrating the uses and versatilty of this flap. Anatomy, operative procedures, and indications for delay are also discussed.

Abdominal Muscles↗

Innervated cross-leg tensor fascia lata fasciocutaneous flap for foot reconstruction.

A traumatic, extended first ray amputation in a child was treated with an innervated cross-leg tensor fascia lata fasciocutaneous flap. The flap provided thin composite tissue coverage, immobilization in a position of relative comfort, and sensory innervation to the weight-bearing surface. Consideration of this flap is recommended when dealing with large defects of the foot.

Amputation, Traumatic↗

Tensor fascia lata musculocutaneous flap for abdominal wall reconstruction.

We report a case of abdominal wall reconstruction following excision of irradiated skin and a ventral hernia. A very large tensor fascia lata musculocutaneous flap was used with good results. The anatomical features of this flap make it an excellent method of abdominal wall reconstruction.

Abdominal Muscles↗

Augmentation of temporal area by insertion of silicone plate under the temporal fascia.

The Japanese are mesocephalic and their faces tend to look broad when viewed from the front. The main reason for this appearance is the prominent zygoma. The temporal area is closely related to the zygoma, and when this portion of the face is excessively concave, the zygoma stands out and causes the face to appear seedy or older than the actual age. To cure this condition, there have been three conventional operations performed in Japan, which are not without shortcomings. The authors have improved on these methods and have succeeded in solving most of the problems in 21 cases by devising a method in which a soft silicone plate is inserted under the temporal muscle fascia.

Asian People↗

Immediate reconstruction of the auricle using the amputated cartilage and the temporoparietal fascia.

Successful restoration of the auricle following amputation using microsurgical techniques for reimplantation remains the best reconstructive alternative. In many cases of partial amputation, however, this option may not be technically feasible. Deepithelialization of the amputated part followed by coverage of the ear cartilage using an ipsilateral temporoparietal fascia turn-down flap may allow a single-stage salvage procedure that provides an acceptable final result.

Adolescent↗

The combined tensor fasciae latae/rectus femoris musculocutaneous flap: a possibility for major soft tissue reconstruction in the groin, hip, gluteal, perineal, and lower abdominal regions.

A 57-year-old man, with a long-lasting multiple hereditary cartilaginous exostoses, presented with a progressive tumor growth in the left iliac wing and in the gluteus maximus muscle. An open biopsy revealed a secondary chondrosarcoma, which had developed from an osteochondroma. A wide surgical resection, sparing the inferior limb, was the option for treatment. The fairly constant and reliable vascular anatomy of the lateral circumflex femoral artery, as confirmed by 27 previous anatomical dissections, gave us the opportunity to repair the wide postoperative defect by means of a single, very large flap, combining the vascular territories of the tensor fasciae latae and rectus femoris musculocutaneous flaps. The postoperative period was uneventful, and 1 year after surgery the man had no sign of local recurrence or metastases, and the flap was fully viable without sign of local complication. A functional evaluation was performed on a Kin-Com II dynamometer, showing major impairment of the limb that had undergone surgery. Despite the severe functional disturbance, the man prefers the impaired status to an amputation after a hemipelvectomy.

Abdominal Neoplasms↗

Free temporoparietal fascia flap in reconstruction of the lower extremity.

Twenty-one patients with open wounds of the non-weight-bearing foot or the ankle underwent coverage with a free temporoparietal fascia flap and split-thickness skin graft. Our indications for this thin, well-vascularized flap included osteomyelitis and exposed tendon, bone, or fixation hardware. The pliability of the flap allowed superior restoration of natural anatomical contours. Only one flap was completely lost (95.2% overall success). There were four cases (20%) of partial flap loss, none of which required flap revision or a new flap. Four patients (19%) experienced transient donor-site alopecia, and one patient suffered transient palsy of the temporal branch of the facial nerve. One patient (4.7%) had an area of persistent scar alopecia in the temporal scalp after a donor-site hematoma that required revision under local anesthesia. Follow-up was available on 95% of the patients and averaged 20 months (range, 1-54 months). All patients resumed weight-bearing ambulation within 1 month from operation using unmodified footwear. The free TPF flap is a reliable coverage option, with long-term durability and minimal donor-site morbidity, for relatively superficial wounds of the distal lower extremity.

Adolescent↗

Salvage of ear replantation using the temporoparietal fascia flap.

The authors report a case involving a 46-year-old man who sustained a traumatic amputation of approximately 60% of his ear from a human bite. The ear was replanted microsurgically without the benefit of venous anastomosis. Blood transfusion was not required despite the use of leech therapy and systemic anticoagulation. The replantation appeared to be a success at the time of his discharge from the hospital, but during the late postoperative period the replanted ear became progressively necrotic. The failing ear replantation was rescued successfully with the use of temporoparietal fascia flap reconstruction.

Amputation, Traumatic↗

The free musculocutaneous tensor fascia lata flap as a backup procedure in tumor surgery.

The musculocutaneous tensor fascia lata (TFL) flap provides a small muscle belly and a strong fascial layer in combination with abundant skin coverage (15 x 40 cm), which makes the flap an attractive unit for composite free tissue transfer. The free TFL flap was used in nine cases of recurrent cancer of the chest wall (N = 7) and the abdominal wall (N = 2). The mean size of the full-thickness defects after tumor excision measured 12 x 25 cm. The operating time ranged from 4 to 8 hours (mean operating time, 5.5 hours). The operation was performed with two teams, and no repositioning of the patient was necessary during the operation. By raising the TFL flap, no additional area of the trunk was involved. The authors did not experience a prolonged ventilation time in their group of multimorbid patients. The donor site was closed directly (4 of 9 patients) or split skin grafted (5 of 9 patients). There was no functional deficit. In one patient the venous anastomosis had to be revised. There were no further complications, and no flaps were lost. The hospital stay was short (21 days on average), the outcome successful, and primary healing was obtained. The free TFL flap proved to be a reliable flap that is easy technically to harvest. Thus the free TFL flap is a valuable backup procedure in tumor surgery.

Abdominal Muscles↗

Ultrastructural localization of activated NF-kappaB in granule cells of the rat fascia dentata.

The distribution of activated NF-kappaB (p65) was studied in granule cells of the rat fascia dentata using confocal laser scanning microscopy and preembedding immunogold electron microscopy. Activated NF-kappaB, detected with a monoclonal antibody specific for the nuclear localization signal-epitope, was found in proximal dendrites, somata, and nuclei but not in axon terminals of granule cells. Within the nuclei of granule cells, clusters of NF-kappaB immunoreactivity were detected. These data are in line with the proposed function of NF-kappaB as a retrograde signal transducer which transports information from synaptic sites to the nucleus to initiate gene expression.

Animals↗

Surgical correction of cryptotia with superiorly based superficial mastoid fascia and skin paddle.

An approach for the correction of cryptotia using a superiorly based superficial mastoid fascial flap and a skin paddle is introduced. The buried portion of the auricle was exposed through an incision made along the upper part of the helix, followed by an appropriate correction of the deformed cartilage. Protrusion of the upper portion of the auricle was accomplished using anchoring sutures. A small skin paddle was elevated from the caudal portion of the auricular sulcus with the superiorly based superficial mastoid fascia as the nutrient pedicle and transferred to the temporal skin defect. The procedure was performed in eight auricles in a total of seven patients with cryptotia. A satisfactory contour and protrusion of the auricle were maintained postoperatively, leaving the scar within the auricular sulcus.

Adolescent↗

Open reduction and annular ligament reconstruction with fascia of the forearm in chronic monteggia lesions in children.

Fifteen children with chronic Monteggia lesions were treated with open reduction, annular ligament reconstruction with fascia of the forearm, and ulnar osteotomy. Mean age was 8 years 3 months (range 3-16 years). The chronicity of missed Monteggia was from 6 weeks to 2 years (mean 12 weeks). All patients were classified as Bado type I, except one with Bado type III. Mean follow-up was 4 years 3 months after surgery. There was a loss of pronation in six cases with the mean of 16 degrees. However, only four cases had rotational loss; the others had a mean rotational arch increase of 5 degrees. The flexion arches improved in all patients, with a mean of 27.7 degrees. The functional result was excellent in 11 patients, good in 3 patients, and poor in 1 patient. This one-incision approach is safe in treating chronic Monteggia lesions in children.

Adolescent↗