Background: In Flexor Pollicis Longus (FPL) injuries, primary repair with end-to-end suture is the treatment of choice. In cases where primary repair is not possible, tendon transfer or tendon grafting is used, each of which has its strengths and weaknesses. We aimed to investigate the effectiveness of each of the above two methods in patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Despite advancements in reconstructive surgery, the repair of large thigh deformities remains challenging. When other options are not feasible, distant flaps become necessary. Successful repairs have been achieved using a transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap for the chest wall, groin, abdominal wall, sternum, and breast.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Accurate assessment of breast volume is helpful in preoperative planning and intraoperative judgment in both cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery. In this prospective study, a formula was derived using machine learning algorithm (Gradient Boosted Model).
Method: A prospective study was performed on 39 female-to-male transgender patients.
Although trigger finger is common, pediatric trigger thumb is uncommon. In trigger thumb the finger is held in flexed position. The etiology of trigger finger is unknown and can occur isolated without any relation to other syndromes, however there are some evidences that suggest genetic etiology.
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