Rare Tumors Causing Median Nerve Compression in Adults-A Narrative Review.

The median nerve can be compressed due to a tumor along the course of the median nerve, causing typical compression symptoms or even persistence or recurrence after an operation. The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of rare tumors described in recent publications that cause median nerve compression and to evaluate treatment options. The PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases were searched for studies describing median nerve compression due to a tumor in adults, published from the year 2000 and written in English.

Alternative imaging technologies for perforator mapping in free flap breast reconstructive surgery - A comprehensive overview of the current literature.

Background: The use of perforator mapping has become routine for many microsurgeons in the planning and performing of free flaps in breast reconstructions. Within this field, the number of available technologies and their quality has rapidly evolved over time. This study presents an up-to-date review on the spectrum of alternative perforator mapping modalities and the efficiency and utilization in the practice of free flap breast reconstructive surgery.

Anatomic Variations and Malformations as Rare Causes of Median Nerve Compression in Adults: A Narrative Review.

Objective: The median nerve can become compressed at multiple points in the arm, causing carpal tunnel-, pronator-, anterior interosseous-, or lacertus syndrome. Anatomical variations are potential reasons of persisting or recurrent symptoms of median nerve compression and are often recognized late. The objective of this study is to provide a comprehensive list of rare anatomical variations and malformations causing median nerve compression.

The inter-rater and test-retest reliability of skin thickness and skin elasticity measurements by the DermaLab Combo in healthy participants.

Background: For several purposes, skin parameters like thickness and elasticity can be measured. However, little is known about the accuracy of those measurements.

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the intrarater and test-retest reliability of skin thickness and elasticity measurements performed with the DermaLab Combo®.