The superior lateral genicular artery flap for soft-tissue reconstruction around the knee: clinical experience and review of the literature.

Soft-tissue reconstruction in the knee area needs thin, pliable, and tough skin. The availability of local soft tissue, which would meet the requirements best, is limited. This study is a retrospective analysis of our clinical experience with the superior lateral genicular artery (SLGA) flap for soft-tissue reconstruction around the knee, and a review of the relevant literature.

Linezolid concentrations in infected soft tissue and bone following repetitive doses in diabetic patients with bacterial foot infections.

The present study aimed at assessing unbound extracellular concentrations of linezolid in inflamed soft tissue and bone of diabetic patients suffering from severe bacterial foot infections. Linezolid was administered intravenously twice daily at a dosage of 600 mg. At steady-state conditions, the microdialysis technique was utilised to sample serially interstitial space fluid from inflamed subcutaneous adipose tissue and metatarsal bone from 0-8h post dose in three representative patients.

Soft tissue and bone penetration abilities of daptomycin in diabetic patients with bacterial foot infections.

Objectives: In the attempt to overcome increasing glycopeptide- and methicillin-resistant soft tissue infections, daptomycin is presently considered as an attractive alternative to the class of glycopeptides. However, daptomycin dosing and its ability to penetrate into inflamed target tissues are still a matter of controversy. Thus, in the present investigation, we set out to evaluate daptomycin's ability to penetrate into inflamed subcutaneous adipose tissue and bone in diabetic patients presenting with severe bacterial foot infection.

Management of an unfortunate triad after breast reconstruction: pyoderma gangrenosum, full-thickness chest wall defect and Acinetobacter Baumannii Infection.

If diagnosed late, post-surgical pyoderma gangrenosum (PSPG) is a rare, tricky and potentially life-threatening complication. Once diagnosed, immunosuppressive agents may provoke further complications. Well-intentioned extensive serial debridement may cause deep skin and soft-tissue defects, requiring skin grafting and possible flap surgery.