Our Experience in the Surgical Management of Arterio-Venous Malformations of the head and neck.

Introduction: Vascular anomalies comprise a diverse group of abnormalities in blood vessel morphogenesis that usually occur prenatally. Arterio-venous malformations (AVMs) are rare congenital vascular lesions accounting for 1.5% of all vascular anomalies, with 50% of them occur in the oral and maxillo-facial regions.

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT): Our Experience in Pakistan With Locally Made Dressing.

Introduction Worldwide numbers of patients suffering from complex wounds appear to increase annually. These patients present with acute, sub-acute and chronic wounds which can be difficult to manage. Management of these patients typically requires a multi-disciplinary approach by a plastic surgeon, orthopaedic surgeon and infectious disease control team.

Satisfaction in Patients After Rhinoplasty Using the Rhinoplasty Outcome Evaluation Questionnaire.

Introduction Rhinoplasty is a challenging procedure. The goal of the surgery is not only to restore the function and youthful appearance of the nose but also to improve quality of life. With the passage of time, the trend has been changing rapidly from more invasive to less invasive procedures.

Functional Outcomes of Secondary Procedures in Upper Extremity Replantation and Revascularization.

Introduction Traumatic amputation of the upper limb has significant associated morbidities and disabilities. After successful replantation surgery, the micro-surgeons' tasks are far from over. The replanted and revascularized segments have numerous functional restrictions and need various corrective secondary procedures.

Does the Duration and Severity of Symptoms Have an Impact on Relief of Symptoms after Carpal Tunnel Release?

 Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most frequently encountered compressive neuropathy of the upper limb. The treatment of CTS ranges from conservative management to carpal tunnel release. Many patients with misconception about the potential morbidity and with the hope of successful conservative treatment delay the surgical release of carpal tunnel.

Mandibular reconstruction using osteocutaneous radial forearm flap.

Objective: To describe the use of radial forearm osteocutaneous free flap in complex mandibular reconstruction.

Study Design: A case series.

Place And Duration Of Study: Combined Military Hospital, Rawalpindi, from January 1998 to January 2008.

Experience with lateral cheek rotation flap for the reconstruction of medial cheek soft tissue defects.

Objective: To analyze the results of reconstruction in terms of complications, functional restoration and cosmetic restoration of lateral cheek rotation flap.

Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted between April 2004 and January 2005. Patient's particulars and history were documented.

Tuberculous tenosynovitis: a cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Objective: To highlight the presentation of tuberculous tenosynovitis as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).

Methods: A descriptive study conducted with purposive sampling on the patients presenting between April 2004 to January 2005 to the department of Plastic Surgery, CMH Rawalpindi, with the clinical picture of CTS. Symptoms and signs were recorded.

Skin sparing mastectomy and immediate breast reconstruction.

Objective: To evaluate skin sparing mastectomy(SSM) and immediate breast reconstruction(IBR) in terms of the survival, chances of recurrence, aesthetic restoration and prevention of psychosocial problems.

Design: An interventional study.

Place And Duration Of Study: The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, CMH, Rawalpindi from November 1998 to November 2003.

Management of oromandibular cancers.

Objective: To emphasize the role and importance of multidisciplinary approach in the management of oral cavity cancers involving the mandible.

Design: Descriptive study.

Place And Duration Of Study: The Departments of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, ENT / Head and Neck Surgery and Radiation Oncology, Combined Military Hospital, Rawalpindi.