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Considerations for breast reconstructive surgery in South Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic
(Medpharm, 2020-09)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has added a layer of complexity to surgical decision making particularly for complex reconstructive oncological surgery. In the absence of data on which ... -
Impact of COVID-19 on surgical registrars' education and training
(Medpharm Publications, 2020)The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected all aspects of medical practice in unprecedented ways. It has already produced significant changes within most hospitals, including, cancellation of elective ... -
Modified total cranial vault remodeling technique for scaphocephaly repair
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLSIH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Sagittal synostosis or scaphocephaly is the most common isolated single-suture synostosis that accounts for 40% to 60% of all craniosynostosis cases which affects 1 out of 2000 live births. ... -
Improving the longevity and results of mastopexy and breast reduction procedures : reconstructing an internal breast support system with biocompatible mesh to replace the supporting function of the ligamentous suspension
(Springer Open, 2011-10)The reasons for recurrent ptosis in mastopexy and breast reduction procedures are twofold. First, available surgical techniques do not reconstruct the normal breast anatomy responsible for maintaining breast shape. Second, ... -
Injuries to the skin of the male external genitalia in Southern Africa
(Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG), 1975)The more common injuries to the skin of the male external genital organs are described; some of these mutilations are unique to the African continent. The extent of trauma ranges from small penile skin defects after ... -
Free flap transfer with microvascular anastomosis
(HMPG, 1976-11)The development of the flap transfer technique in plastic and reconstructive surgery has evolved to the stage where free transplantation of a full thickness skin flap, by means of microvascular anastomosis, has become ... -
Generalized surgical emphysema as an early complication of facial fracture : a case report
(HMPG, 1977-05)A case of multiple facial fractures complicated by subcutaneous emphysema, pneumomediastinum and pneumoretroperitoneum, in the absence of intra-abdominal, neck or chest injuries, is described. -
Mycotic aneurysm of the radial artery of the hand : a case report
(Health and Medical Publishing Group -- HMPG, 1983-03)Aneurysms of the hand (including the wrist region) are reviewed; a case is reported, and the relevant surgical anatomy is discussed. -
Anaesthesia for microsurgery
(Health and Medical Publishing Group -- HMPG, 1985-04)The data from a retrospective study of 32 anaesthetics administered for free-flap tissue operations are analysed. We suggest balanced analgesic-dominated general anaesthesia, supported wherever possible by continuous ... -
The incidence of cleft lip and palate in the Western Cape
(Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG), 1985-10)The incidence of cleft lip and palate in the Western Cape was studied using data from two cleft palate centres and from all plastic surgeons in practice in the area. A high incidence was found among coloureds, while the ... -
Tissue expansion in reconstructive surgery : a case report
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1986-05)A case is reported in which serial expansion was used to create scalp and forehead flaps of superior quality skin and subcutaneous tissue to cover a central forehead defect. The background and principles governing this ... -
Repair of a cosmetic defect of the lower leg with a myocutaneous free flap
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1982)The use of free-tissue transfers by modern techniques of microvascular surgery is not new, and the many possibilities in reconstructive surgery are well documented. A case in which a disfiguring cosmetic defect of the lower ... -
Reconstruction of the lower eye lid with a rotation-advancement tarso-conjunctival cheek flap
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)The repair of full-thickness defects of the lower eyelids poses a challenge because a graft in combination with a flap is typically used to replace either the posterior or anterior lamella. This often results in aesthetically ... -
The vascular anatomy of the forehead related to forehead flaps and its application in plastic and reconstructive surgery
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2007-12)Aims: The goal of this study was to identify arterial variations by cadaveric dissection, in the forehead, in order to validate the practicality and implementation of planned forehead flaps and to increase the safety of ...
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