Publications by authors named "Kiersten C Woodyard De Brito"
Introduction: Thoracobiliary fistula (TBF) is a rare and highly morbid complication of hepatic trauma. There is a paucity of literature regarding incidence, disease course, and treatment. This study identifies etiologic factors and outcome patterns in patients at risk for TBF.
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- Nasal dermoid sinus cysts (NDSCs) with intracranial extension require careful surgical resection to prevent recurrence, presenting unique challenges due to their complex nature.
- A retrospective study from 2017 to 2023 reviewed 18 patients treated for NDSCs, with most undergoing a midline transnasal approach that avoided more invasive procedures like craniotomies.
- The transnasal method resulted in successful complete resections, minimal complications, less postoperative scarring, and no recurrence or need for reoperation in any patients.
Background: The objective of this meta-analysis was to examine the effectiveness of keloid intralesional excision (KILE) in preventing recurrence. Treatment of keloids using surgical excision alone leads to high rates of recurrence. To date, there are no widely accepted guidelines for keloid treatment, and a multitude of adjunctive therapies are used to reduce recurrence.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground & Purpose: Accurate radiographic assessment of secondary alveolar bone grafting (SABG) is critical in evaluating SABG outcomes in patients with cleft lip and palate. This study compared Periapical (PA) and Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) grading of SABG outcomes and conducted an analysis of agreement rate between the two imaging modalities.
Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed of patients who underwent secondary alveolar bone grafting at a single institution.