Vascularized Sural Nerve Graft, Fascial Free Flap, and Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface in the Setting of Recurrent Thigh Liposarcoma: A Case Report.

Background: There is no clear consensus in the literature regarding clinical indications for vascularized nerve grafts. Most studies indicate that vascularized nerve grafting, rather than non-vascularized nerve grafting, is indicated for nerve gaps of greater than 7 cm. Vascularized nerve grafts are superior to non-vascularized nerve grafts because they possess an independent blood supply.

Orofacial Clefting in Van der Woude's Syndrome.

What is the etiology based on the history and physical examination?Describe the embryology associated with orofacial clefts.What kind of treatment team is needed for orofacial clefts, and how do the team members work together?Describe the surgical treatment timeline and goals for orofacial clefts.

Fournier's Gangrene of the Penis following a Human Bite Wound.

Fournier's gangrene isolated to the penis is exceedingly rare. It is an urologic emergency that requires emergent parenteral antibiotics as well as aggressive irrigation and debridement. While human bite wounds can be overlooked as a serious cause of injury and infection, they can result in highly dangerous, polymicrobial infections in affected patients.

Forced vital capacity less than 1: A mark for high-risk patients.

Background: Rib fractures (RFx) continue to be a source of morbidity and mortality. A RFx care pathway has been used based on forced vital capacity (FVC). The objective of this study was to test the hypothesis that deterioration of FVC to less than 1 after admission is a marker for high-risk patients and affects outcomes.