Aesthetically pleasant umbilicoplasty.

The umbilicus is an important aesthetic feature of the abdomen and thus calls for an optimized reinsertation technique. Localization and characteristics of the umbilicus were assessed in 137 adults. In addition, age, height, weight, pregnancy, and gender were recorded.

Early and long-term evaluation of perfusion changes in free DIEP-flaps for breast reconstruction via IC-view and duplex ultrasound: autonomous or peripheral perfusion?

Controversy surrounds the question whether free flaps remain dependent for blood supply on their vascular pedicle or if there is an autonomization by neovascularization from the surrounding wound bed. This becomes important when flap shaping or repositioning are performed. Our study involved 23 patients who received a deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap for breast reconstruction.