Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia syndrome as a cause of flap failure: a report of two cases.

Background: Flap failure is a major complication in reconstructive plastic surgery. One of the most frequent etiologies of flap failure is venous thrombosis. However, infrequent causes also need to be explored, especially when faced with recurrent thrombosis.

Intravenous regional anesthesia administered by the operating plastic surgeon: is it safe and efficient? Experience of a medical center.

Background: Intravenous regional anesthesia (Bier's block) is an effective method of providing anesthesia for extremity surgery. This technique is most suitable for short-duration, less than 60-minute surgical procedures in distal extremities. Earlier studies recommended that intravenous regional anesthesia be performed by anesthesiologists who are familiar with the technique and fully trained to treat its complications.