Single-stage Latissimus Dorsi Breast Reconstruction Using Spectrum Devices: Outcomes and Technique.

Background: Latissimus dorsi (LD) flap is a workhorse flap in breast reconstruction. Despite many advantages, the primary criticism of this flap is the requirement of a second surgery to exchange expansion devices for permanent implants. This study reports a single-stage reconstruction and outcomes wherein Spectrum devices (Mentor, Irving, TX), which serve as expanders and permanent implants, are used, and expansion ports are removed under local anesthetic.

Donor Site Morbidities of Iliac Crest Bone Graft in Craniofacial Surgery: A Systematic Review.

Background: The iliac crest bone graft (ICBG) is criticized for high donor site morbidity. Recent research suggests this morbidity is related to the patient population for which the ICBG is harvested. This systematic review is the first to delineate the type and incidence of ICBG donor site complications in craniofacial surgery.

Why Videos Matter So Much in Plastic Surgery Today: A Complete Index of Videos in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open.

The main purpose of this article is to provide the reader with an easily searchable online index of the first 1976 videos published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open to facilitate access to readers. The authors also describe the history and evolution of video articles in the first journal to provide a large offline video library of plastic surgery. The importance of videos in plastic surgery education is explored.

Tendon Rupture and Tenosynovitis following Internal Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures: A Systematic Review.

Background: Tendon-related complications after plate fixation of distal radius fractures can cause significant morbidity in the patient. This retrospective systematic review aims to report and compare the current rate of tendon rupture and tenosynovitis complicating the operative management of distal radius fractures.

Methods: A systematic literature search was performed to identify relevant articles reporting tendon complications after operative management of distal radius fractures.

Counseling about gestational weight gain and healthy lifestyle during pregnancy: Canadian maternity care providers' self-evaluation.

Introduction: There is discord between the recall of maternity care providers and patients when it comes to discussion of gestational weight gain (GWG) and obesity management. Few women report being advised on GWG, physical activity (PA), and nutrition, yet the majority of health care providers report discussing these topics with patients. We evaluated whether various Canadian maternal health care providers can identify appropriate GWG targets for patients with obesity and determine if providers report counseling on GWG, physical activity, and nutrition.