Electromyographic and Clinical Investigation of the Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Peripheral Nerve Regeneration in Patients with Diabetes after Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

 Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy. Studies have shown that results of CTS surgery are poorer in patients with diabetes. In this study, the effect of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on nerve regeneration was investigated through clinical and electromyographic findings in patients with diabetes who underwent CTS surgery.

Kaposi's sarcoma management from a plastic surgery perspective.

Aim Of The Study: Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) is a low-grade angioproliferative tumor arising from endothelial cells and associated with Human Herpes Virus 8 infection. Although there are considerable number of patients referred for surgical excision, the plastic surgery literature on KS is exceptionally scarce. In this study, it was aimed to emphasize the differences in the management of Kaposi's Sarcoma and help to understand the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, accordingly the sake of choosing the ideal treatment method for each lesion.

Electrocardiographic changes after breast reduction surgery.

Macromastia is associated with symptoms related to postural changes and decreased mobility. Breast reduction surgery (BRS) is the treatment of choice for these patients. Anatomical and structural changes in body posture and habitus might cause changes in electrocardiography (ECG).

The efficacy of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors in preventing postoperative tendon adhesion formation: An experimental study in rats.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) in preventing postoperative tendon adhesion formation in a rat model of Achilles tendon repair.

Methods: In this study, 60 Sprague-Dawley male rats weighing 300 to 350 g were used. Rats were randomly divided into six groups (n = 10 per group): control-1, control-2, sham-1, sham-2, experiment-1, and experiment-2.

Vertical Medial Thigh Lift with the 'Anchor L Liposculpture' Technique in Massive Weight Loss Patients: Preliminary results.

Background: Among all post bariatric surgical procedures, vertical thigh lift has the highest complication rates. Many modifications have been described to achieve better aesthetic results and decrease complication rates. The study aimed to present ''Anchor L Liposculpture Technique'' and discuss the results in the light of current literature.

Reversed First Dorsal Metatarsal Artery Island Flap for First Ray Defects.

Reconstruction of the first ray is challenging because of poor skin laxity, bone and tendon exposure, and limited local flap options. Repair using full- or split-thickness skin grafts is generally not an option because of the bone and tendon exposure. Reconstructive options using local flaps from the distal foot area are restricted owing to insufficient soft tissue.

The Use of Submental Artery Perforator Island Flap Without Including Digastric Muscle in the Reconstruction of Lower Face and Intraoral Defects.

Purpose: For reconstruction of intraoral and lower face defects, it is important to use flaps that prevent reliable and pliable soft tissue and it is possible to use aesthetically most compatible with recipient site. In this study, the authors aimed to present their clinical experiences and results of lower face and intraoral defects reconstructions with submental artery island perforator flap without including the digastric muscle to have a thinner and useful flap.

Methods: Six patients with lower face and intraoral defects that were reconstructed using the submental artery island flap between November 2013 and February 2015 were retrospectively analyzed.