Core outcomes in nerve surgery: development of a core outcome set for common peroneal (fibular) neuropathy.

Objective: Common peroneal (fibular) neuropathy is the most common mononeuropathy of the lower extremity. Despite this, there are surprisingly few studies on the topic, and a knowledge gap remains in the literature. As one attempts to address this knowledge gap, a core outcome set (COS) is needed to guide the planning phases of future studies to allow synthesis and comparability of these studies.

Effects of COVID-19 Pandemic in Patients with a Previous Phrenic Nerve Transfer for a Traumatic Brachial Plexus Palsy.

 With the advent of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, some doubts have been raised regarding the potential respiratory problems that patients who previously underwent a phrenic nerve transfer could have.  To analyze the effects of the coronavirus infection on two populations, one from Argentina and another from Taiwan. Specific objectives were: (1) to identify the rate of COVID in patients with a history of phrenic nerve transfer for treatment of palsy; (2) to identify the overall symptom profile; (3) to compare Argentinian versus Taiwanese populations; and (4) to determine if any phrenic nerve transfer patients are at particular risk of more severe COVID.

Foreign substance injection for esthetic purposes associated with delayed unilateral sciatic nerve impairment: A surgical case report.

Attempts at body contour modifications have led to the use of different alloplastic materials that can irreversibly damage health and risk patients' lives. These modeling substances can induce a general autoimmune inflammatory response, producing a very heterogeneous clinical spectrum ranging from mild and severe systemic to local symptoms that sometimes affect peripheral nerves. We report a unique case of a tumor-like sciatic nerve impairment produced months after the injection of a modeling substance into the buttocks for esthetic purposes.

Core outcomes in nerve surgery: development of a core outcome set for brachial plexus and upper extremity nerve injuries.

Objective: When considering traumatic brachial plexus and upper extremity nerve injuries, iatrogenic nerve injuries, and nontraumatic nerve injuries, brachial plexus and upper extremity nerve injuries are commonly encountered in clinical practice. Despite this, data synthesis and comparison of available studies are difficult. This is at least in part due to the lack of standardization in reporting and a lack of a core outcome set (COS).

Impact of Lung Cancer on Health-Related Quality of Life, Financial Toxicity, and Household Economics in Patients From the Public and the Private Healthcare Sector in Argentina.

Objectives: Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is Argentina's first cause of cancer death. Most patients have an advanced stage at diagnosis, with poor expected survival. This study aimed to characterize the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and economic impact of patients treated in the private healthcare sector and compare it with that of the public sector.

Surgical management of breast cancer-related lymphedema: a narrative review of contemporary practices.

Background And Objective: Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) represents a colossal burden in terms of health and patient-reported outcomes. Surgical management plays a prominent role in the psychological and physical well-being of women suffering from BCRL. Therefore, we performed a narrative review of the current surgical management of BCRL and analyzed the postoperative results.

The reverse LICAP flap: A laterally based submammary perforator flap for breast reconstruction.

Introduction: The traditional donor sites for autologous breast reconstruction include the abdomen, thigh, buttock, and posterior thorax. Herein, we describe the use of the reverse lateral intercostal perforator (LICAP) flap originating from the submammary region as an option for breast reconstruction.

Methods: Fifteen patients (30 breasts) were included in this retrospective review.

Arthroscopic Treatment in the Distal Rupture of the Triceps Brachial Tendon in Elite Athlete: A Case Report.

Injuries (rupture, avulsion) of the triceps tendon are considered infrequent injuries, which mainly affect the male gender and are directly associated with injuries that occur during sports and in a high percentage due to the consumption of steroids. The diagnosis and treatment must be carried out early, especially in those patients with high functional demand or elite athletes, in order to obtain good functional results. The clinical examination should be accompanied by diagnostic imaging studies.

Incarcerated left-sided Amyand's hernia and synchronous ipsilateral femoral hernia: first case report.

Background: The finding of a vermiform appendix within the peritoneal sac of an inguinal hernia is called Amyand's hernia. The reported incidence of Amyand's hernia and femoral hernia is 1% and 3.8%, respectively.

Partial hypoglossal-facial neurorrhaphy: a surgical technique.

This is a video demonstration of hemihypoglossal-facial neurorrhaphy. Any irreversible facial palsy more than House-Brackmann grade II is aesthetically problematic. Also, the functional and psychological impact associated with a higher grade of facial palsy is even worse.

Modified facelift in severe plexiform neurofibromatosis associated with venous vascular malformation: Case report.

Neurofibromatosis is an autosomal dominant disorder characterized by tumors of the nervous system and skin. Plexiform neurofibromas are common complications of neurofibromatosis type 1 and can cause large facial deformities. Vascular anomalies are in turn a rare manifestation of neurofibromatosis.

Peripheral nerve surgery in Serbia: "Think global, act local" and the privilege of service.

Introduction: The phrase "think globally, act locally", which has often been used to refer to conservation of the environment, highlights the importance of maintaining a holistic perspective and stipulates that each individual has a role to play in their community and larger world. Although peripheral nerve surgery has been largely unemphasized in global neurosurgical efforts, a wide disparity in peripheral nerve surgery is presumed to exist between high-income and low- and middle-income countries. Serbia is an upper middle-income country with a long history of peripheral nerve surgery.

Nerve transfers for brachial plexus injuries: grading of volitional control.

Objective: After brachial plexus injuries (BPIs), nerve transfers are used to restore lost muscle function. Brain plasticity underlies the process of regaining volitional control, which encompasses disconnection of the original donor nerve-related programs and reconnection to acceptor nerve programs. To the authors' knowledge, the levels of disconnection and reconnection have never been studied systematically.

Usefulness of Glucose Measurement To Assess Tissue Perfusion of the Nipple-Areola Complex in Conservative Mastectomy: A Prospective Cohort Study Protocol.

Unlabelled: In recent decades, the mastectomy technique has undergone progressive adaptations in order to preserve the integrity of the breast structure and the nipple-areola complex (NAC), allowing reconstruction to be performed immediately after ablation. However, mastectomy flap necrosis or NAC has become a common complication, with an incidence between 2% and 22.3%.

Lumbosacral DREZotomy for oncologic pain treatment: a case-based review.

Purpose: To present 3 cases of oncologic pain treated by DREZotomy in the pediatric population and to review the literature published about this procedure.

Methods: The permanent literature about oncologic pain treatment in children and the applicability of DREZotomy was reviewed. Three cases treated at our institution were reviewed and presented.