Publications by authors named "Julian Liew"
Are Surgical Drains Needed in DIEP Flap Surgery? The Drain-Free DIEP Flap Concept.
Plast Reconstr Surg
October 2023
Background: Studies support an inherent morbidity associated with the use of surgical drains-such as postoperative pain, infection, reduction in mobility, and delay in patient discharge-and they do not prevent seroma or hematoma. The authors' series aims to evaluate the feasibility, benefits, and safety of performing drainless deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap surgery and to formulate an algorithm for when this can be used.
Methods: A retrospective review of DIEP reconstruction outcomes of two surgeons was performed.
Background: The NovoSorb® Biodegradable Temporising Matrix (BTM) is a synthetic polyurethane dermal matrix used to reconstruct complex wounds including deep dermal and full-thickness burns, necrotising fasciitis and free flap donor site. We hope to further explore its potential applications in this series.
Methods: Patients who received BTM application across four centres over an 18-month period were included.