Publications by authors named "C K Jou"
Primary Lymphedema: Anatomically Isolated or a Pervasive Systemic Disorder?
Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open
December 2024
Background: Primary lymphedema, a condition characterized by impaired lymphatic function, has long remained underexplored. Current diagnostic approaches rely on clinical history and genetic testing, yet the genetic underpinnings remain elusive in many cases. Traditional thinking suggests that primary lymphedema is confined to specific anatomical regions, but our experience challenges this notion.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWe report a unique case of first extensor compartment tendon entrapment (abductor pollicis longus [APL] and extensor pollicis brevis [EPB]) after a volarly displaced Salter-Harris type II distal radius fracture in a 16-year-old male. After unsuccessful treatment with closed reduction and pinning, open reduction was performed, which revealed the entrapment of the APL and EPB tendons within the fracture, requiring surgical dis-impaction, freeing of tendons, and stabilization with volar locking plate fixation. Post-operatively, there was no loss of reduction and the patient demonstrated full, pain-free thumb range of motion at follow-up.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNovosorb Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix for Reconstruction of Complex Upper-Extremity Wounds.
J Hand Surg Glob Online
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- This study investigates the effectiveness of Novosorb biodegradable temporizing matrix (BTM) in treating complex upper-extremity wounds, aiming to create vascularized areas for healing.* -
- A review of 51 patients revealed 92% successful wound closure rates, with variations in the need for skin grafts based on wound size; complications were observed in a minority of cases.* -
- The findings suggest that Novosorb BTM is a viable and less complex option for managing challenging wounds with exposed bone or tendon, compared to traditional reconstructive methods.*
Article Synopsis
- A study analyzed 58 individuals with unresolved childhood-onset neuromuscular diseases (NMDs) who previously had inconclusive exome sequencing results, aiming to improve molecular diagnosis.* -
- By using a combination of trio genome sequencing and RNA sequencing, the researchers achieved genetic diagnoses in 40% of the patients, identifying causal variants in most cases.* -
- The findings highlight that integrating detailed patient phenotyping and advanced genomic techniques can enhance diagnostic rates and better manage individuals suffering from NMDs.*