Delayed Abdominal Flap for Upper Extremity Soft Tissue Coverage.

Unlike other body parts, the upper extremity has critical structures close to the skin, making soft tissue injuries more complex. These injuries can result from various causes, including trauma and necrotizing soft tissue infections, necessitating reconstruction. Historically, pedicled flaps from the groin and abdomen were commonly used for upper extremity reconstruction, but they had limitations, such as the need for flap division and debulking, patient discomfort, and stiffness.

Functional Rhinoplasty.

The nose is composed of intricate intranasal anatomy to serve its sophisticated functions. Although it only occupies a small area, it is the central focal point of the face and demands the highest level of understanding of the delicate interplay of form and function. Functional rhinoplasty, as opposed to aesthetic rhinoplasty, primarily aims to enhance nasal breathing and olfaction without altering the nose's appearance.

Surgical Approach to Orbital Floor Fractures: Comparing Complication Rates Between Subciliary and Subconjunctival Approaches.

Background: There are multiple approaches to repairing orbital floor fractures. This study compares the postoperative complications of the subciliary and transconjunctival approaches.

Methods: The electronic medical records from 2 hospitals were screened for CPT codes associated with orbital floor reconstruction.

Gender-based differences in hemostatic responses.

Aim: Recent reports indicate increased mortality in women owing to cardiovascular diseases necessitating more gender-based studies. It is hypothesized that women have variable hemostatic responses to anticoagulant drugs.

Materials & Methods: The hemostatic responses in healthy males (n = 10) and females (n = 10) were evaluated by performing various assays in the presence of anticoagulant drugs.