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Gland Surg
December 2024
Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore.
In recent years, minimally invasive breast surgery (MIBS) has revolutionized breast cancer treatment, allowing for preservation of aesthetic outcomes while ensuring oncological safety. However, this has created a new challenge in maintaining optimal visualization and dexterity during microvascular anastomosis which is critical for successful autologous tissue reconstruction. Traditional retractors often limit maneuverability, potentially impacting the outcomes of anastomotic procedures.
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December 2024
Anesthesiology, Jikei University School of Medicine, Tokyo, JPN.
Background Femoral neuropathy is a significant postoperative complication in gynecological surgery that can severely impact patient mobility and quality of life. Among various mechanisms of nerve injury, retractor-induced compression against the pelvic sidewall has been identified as a particularly crucial causative factor. Despite this well-recognized mechanism and its clinical importance, few studies have investigated specific preventive strategies for this iatrogenic complication.
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November 2024
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dentistry, Dankook University, Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do.
We present a novel, patient-specific 3D-printed lingual nerve protector designed to minimize the risk of nerve injury during mandibular third molar extraction, a common cause of lingual nerve damage. Lingual nerve injuries, often resulting from trauma, dental procedures, or maxillofacial surgeries, lead to significant functional impairments. Using computed tomography (CT) data, the custom protector is fabricated through 3D printing with a self-retaining structure to shield the lingual mucosa and nerve.
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September 2024
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL.
Study Design: Retrospective study.
Objective: To determine whether there are significant differences in postoperative dysphagia when using table-mounted versus self-retaining retractor tools.
Summary Of Background Data: Retraction of prevertebral structures during anterior cervical spine surgery (ACSS) is commonly associated with postoperative dysphagia or dysphonia.
Turk Neurosurg
September 2024
Samsun Training and Research Hospital, Anesthesia Clinic, Samsun, Türkiye.
Aim: To examine the effects of different retractor techniques for anterior cervical discectomy on cerebral oxygen saturation.
Material And Methods: In this study, a prospective comparative design was employed to examine the effects of different retractor techniques on a cohort of 48 adult patients with ASA I-II classification who underwent anterior cervical discectomy under general anesthesia. The study was conducted under assessor-blinded conditions, and the patients were divided equally into two groups: the self-retaining retractor group and the hand-held retractor group.
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