The Combination of Fractional Tendon Lengthening and the Wide Awake, Local Anesthesia, No Tourniquet Technique for Secondary Tendon Reconstruction.

Rupture is a major concern after primary flexor tendon repair. The predominant treatment for rupture of the primary repair is immediate surgical exploration and repeat repair. However, repeat repair is challenging, including achieving ideal tension in the flexor mechanism.

The Prevalence of Blepharoptosis in Facial Rejuvenation Patient Population.

Background: Facial rejuvenation results, commonly seen in publications or national presentations, are fraught with uncorrected eyelid ptosis. This study was conducted to investigate the frequency of blepharoptosis in the rejuvenation population and to help increase awareness in recognizing this under corrected condition.

Methods: Fifty-nine consecutive patients being evaluated for facial rejuvenation were included in the study.

Delayed pacemaker lead perforations: Why unusual presentations should prompt an early multidisciplinary team approach.

Our first case is an 84-year-old female diagnosed with sick sinus syndrome. She underwent implantation of dual chamber permanent pacemaker without complications. On the 8 day status-postimplantation, she returned to the emergency department (ED) with moderately severe left anterior chest pain and significant ecchymosis.