Publications by authors named "Myrthe J Zwierstra"

Background: Colorectal cancer is one of the most common and fatal malignancies in the United States. When localized to the distal gastrointestinal tract, surgical therapy includes abdominoperineal resection (APR) or pelvic exenteration (PEX). Subsequent ablative defects are considerable, impart concerning morbidity, and often necessitate autologous reconstruction.

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Background: Microtia refers to a congenital malformation of the external ear that is associated with a range of functional, psychosocial, aesthetic, and financial burdens. The aim of this study was to analyze the epidemiology and postoperative complication profile of microtia reconstruction.

Methods: A retrospective review was conducted using data from the 2012-2017 the American College of Surgeons National Quality Improvement Program Pediatric databases.

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