Clinical effects of fractional carbon dioxide laser combined with minimally invasive scar release in the treatment of post-acne atrophic scars / 中华烧伤杂志

Objective: To explore the clinical effects of fractional carbon dioxide laser combined with minimally invasive scar release in the treatment of post-acne atrophic scars. Methods: A retrospectively observational study was conducted. From January to June 2021, 60 patients with grade 3 and 4 post-acne atrophic scars who met the inclusion criteria were admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. According to the adopted treatment methods, 30 patients treated with fractional carbon dioxide laser combined with minimally invasive scar release were included in combined treatment group (19 males and 11 females, aged (26±4) years), and 30 patients treated with fractional carbon dioxide laser alone were included in laser alone group (18 males and 12 females, aged (25±6) years). All the patients received the treatment once every two months, totally 3 times. Before the first treatment and 2 months after the last treatment, the scars were assessed by échelle d'évaluation clinique des cicatrices d'acné (ECCA). In 2 months after the last treatment, the curative effect was evaluated and the total effective rate was calculated according to the ECCA score. The adverse reactions of patients during the treatment were recorded. Data were statistically analyzed with independent sample t test, Wilcoxon rank-sum test, Mann-Whitney U test, chi-square test, and Fisher's exact probability test. Results: Before the first treatment, the ECCA scores of patients in the two groups were similar (P>0.05). In 2 months after the last treatment, the ECCA scores of patients in combined treatment group were significantly lower than those of laser alone group (Z=-2.89, P<0.05). The ECCA scores of patients in combined treatment group and laser alone group in 2 months after the last treatment were both significantly lower than those before the first treatment (with Z values of -4.81 and -4.79, respectively, P<0.05). In 2 months after the last treatment, the treatment in laser alone group cured the scars in 2 patients, and were markedly effective in 13 patients, effective in 7 patients, and ineffective in 8 patients; the treatment in combined treatment group cured the scars in 4 patients, and were markedly effective in 22 patients, effective in 3 patients, and ineffective in one patients. The total effective rate of scar treatment in combined treatment group (96.67%, 29/30) was significantly higher than 73.33% (22/30) in laser alone group (P<0.05). During treatment, in combined treatment group, 3 patients had pain, one patient had redness and swelling, and one patient had pigmentation. In laser alone group, one patient had pain, and 2 patients had pigmentation. No infection occurred in the wounds of all the patients in the two groups. Conclusions: Compared with fractional carbon dioxide laser alone, fractional carbon dioxide laser combined with minimally invasive scar release for post-acne atrophic scars can result in a higher total effective rate, with simple operation and good effect, so it is worthy of clinical application.

Exploration of family rehabilitation model for children with scar contracture after hand burns / 中华烧伤杂志

Objective: To explore the family rehabilitation model for children with scar contracture after hand burns and observe its efficacy. Methods: A retrospective non-randomized controlled study was conducted. From March 2020 to March 2021, 30 children with scar contracture after deep partial-thickness to full-thickness burns of hands, who met the inclusion criteria, were hospitalized in the Burn Center of PLA of the First Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University. According to the rehabilitation model adopted, 18 children (23 affected hands) were included in a group mainly treated by family rehabilitation (hereinafter referred to as family rehabilitation group), and 12 children (15 affected hands) were included in another group mainly treated by hospital rehabilitation (hereinafter referred to as hospital rehabilitation group). In the former group, there were 11 males and 7 females, aged (4.8±2.1) years, who began rehabilitation treatment (3.1±0.8) d after wound healing; in the latter group, there were 7 males and 5 females, aged (4.6±2.1) years, who began rehabilitation treatment (2.8±0.7) d after wound healing. The children in hospital rehabilitation group mainly received active and passive rehabilitation training in the hospital, supplemented by independent rehabilitation training after returning home; after 1-2 weeks of active and passive rehabilitation training in the hospital, the children in family rehabilitation group received active and passive rehabilitation training at home under the guidance of rehabilitation therapists through WeChat platform. Both groups of children were treated for 6 months. During the treatment, they wore pressure gloves and used hand flexion training belts and finger splitting braces. Before treatment and after 6 months of treatment, the modified Vancouver scar scale, the total active movement of the hand method, and Carroll quantitative test of upper extremity function were used to score/rate the scar of the affected hand (with the difference of scar score between before treatment and after treatment being calculated), the joint range of motion (with excellent and good ratio being calculated), and the function of the affected limb, respectively. Data were statistically analyzed with independent sample t test, equivalence test, Fisher's exact probability test, and Mann-Whitney U test. Results: The differences of scar scores of the affected hands of children in family rehabilitation group and hospital rehabilitation group between after 6 months of treatment and those before treatment were 3.0 (2.0, 7.0) and 3.0 (2.0, 8.0) respectively (with 95% confidence interval of 2.37-5.38 and 1.95-5.91). The 95% confidence interval of the difference between the differences of the two groups was -2.43-2.21, which was within the equivalent boundary value of -3-3 (P<0.05). The excellent and good ratios of joint range of motion of the affected hand of children in family rehabilitation group and hospital rehabilitation group were 3/23 and 2/15 respectively before treatment, and 15/23 and 12/15 respectively after 6 months of treatment. The ratings of joint range of motion of the affected hand of children in family rehabilitation group and hospital rehabilitation group after 6 months of treatment were significantly higher than those before treatment (with Z values of 3.58 and 2.30, respectively, P<0.05), but the ratings of joint range of motion of the affected hand between the two groups were similar before treatment and after 6 months of treatment (with Z values of 0.39 and 0.55, respectively, P>0.05). The functional ratings of the affected limbs of children in family rehabilitation group and hospital rehabilitation group after 6 months of treatment were significantly higher than those before treatment (with Z values of 3.98 and 3.51, respectively, P<0.05), but the functional ratings of the affected limbs between the two groups were similar before treatment and after 6 months of treatment (with Z values of 1.27 and 0.38, respectively, P>0.05). Conclusions: The WeChat platform assisted rehabilitation treatment with mainly family rehabilitation, combined with hand flexion and extension brace can effectively reduce the scarring after children's hand burns, improve the joint range of motion of the affected hands, and promote the recovery of affected limb function. The effect is similar to that of hospital-based rehabilitation providing an optional rehabilitation, treatment method for children who cannot continue to receive treatment in hospital.

Opciones e indicaciones en el manejo del istmocele / Options and indications in the management of isthmocele

INTRODUCCIÓN: El istmocele es un defecto en la cicatrización del sitio de una histerotomía, que puede cursar con sangrado posmenstrual, dolor pélvico, dismenorrea, dispareunia e infertilidad secundaria. Esta patología ha ido incrementando su prevalencia dado el aumento de la tasa de cesáreas en todo el mundo. OBJETIVO: Se realizó una revisión sobre el istmocele y su manejo, presentando sus indicaciones específicas y las complicaciones asociadas a esta patología. MÉTODO: Se llevó a cabo una búsqueda en PubMed, Embase, Scopus y Google Scholar, en la que se encontraron 868 artículos, de los cuales se revisaron 30 al aplicar los criterios de inclusión y exclusión. DISCUSIÓN: El istmocele es cada vez más frecuente. Tiene una prevalencia cercana al 60% posterior a la realización de una cesárea y aumenta hasta valores del 100% con tres de ellas. Los métodos diagnósticos más utilizados son la ecografía transvaginal y la histerosonografía. Su abordaje es habitualmente quirúrgico, aunque existe la posibilidad de intentar tratamiento médico en algunos casos. CONCLUSIONES: Es necesario determinar el grosor miometrial para poder establecer un plan de manejo adecuado. Además, se ameritan estudios que realicen un seguimiento a largo plazo y que aporten mayor evidencia para la realización de cada procedimiento. Después de clasificar el tipo de defecto, el tratamiento quirúrgico del istmocele se debe ofrecer a pacientes sintomáticas y a aquellas con defectos grandes y que desean mantener la fertilidad.

INTRODUCTION: The isthmocele is a defect in the healing of the site of a hysterotomy, which can present with post-menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia and secondary infertility. This pathology has been increasing its prevalence given the increase in the rate of cesarean sections worldwide. OBJECTIVE: A review will be carried out of the isthmocele and its management, presenting its specific indications and the complications associated with this pathology. METHOD: A search was carried out in databases such as PubMed, Embase, Scopus and Google Scholar, finding a total of 868 articles, of which 30 of them were reviewed when applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria. DISCUSSION: Isthmocele is an increasingly frequent pathology, having a prevalence of 60% after performing a cesarean section and increasing to 100% with 3 of them. There are multiple diagnostic methods, mainly transvaginal ultrasound and sono-hysterosonography. The approach to this pathology is usually surgical, although there is the possibility of trying medical treatment in some cases. CONCLUSIONS: It is necessary to determine the myometrial thickness in order to establish an adequate management plan. Additionally, long-term follow-up studies are warranted and provide more evidence for the performance of each procedure. After classifying the type of defect, surgical treatment of the isthmocele should be offered to symptomatic patients or those with large defects and who desire future fertility.

Tratamiento del embarazo ectópico en cicatriz de cesárea: revisión de la literatura a propósito de 3 casos / Treatment of ectopic pregnancy in a cesarean scar: review of the literature regarding 3 cases

INTRODUCCIÓN Y OBJETIVOS: El embarazo en cicatriz de cesárea previa (ECC) es una entidad poco frecuente que puede tener graves consecuencias. Hasta la fecha no existen esquemas estandarizados de tratamiento y su manejo óptimo sigue siendo controvertido. Nuestro objetivo es realizar una revisión de la literatura publicada sobre el manejo del ECC y proponer un algoritmo. También exponemos tres casos de ECC resueltos con diferentes tratamientos en el Hospital Universitario Infanta Elena MÉTODOS: Búsqueda de la literatura en bases de datos utilizando las palabras clave: "embarazo en cicatriz cesárea"," gestación ectópica en cicatriz cesárea", "tratamiento", "manejo". RESULTADOS: Las opciones terapéuticas pueden ser médicas, quirúrgicas o una combinación de ambas. Los tratamientos quirúrgicos tienen altas tasas de éxito, sin embargo, son más invasivos y no están exentos de riesgo. La combinación de tratamientos parece aumentar la tasa de éxito, no obstante, podría implicar un mayor riesgo de efectos secundarios y costes. CONCLUSIONES: El manejo de los ECC debe de ser individualizado, basado en la evidencia científica, en los medios disponibles y la experiencia de los profesionales en los distintos procedimientos, guiándonos por el tipo de ECC y su grado de vascularización e invasión, grosor del miometrio, niveles de beta-hCG, presencia de actividad cardiaca, clínica y estabilidad hemodinámica de la paciente. Deben tenerse en cuenta las circunstancias y patología intercurrente de la mujer, así como su deseo genésico o de preservación del útero.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Cesarean scar pregnancy (CSP) is a rare entity that can cause serious consequences. Up to now, there are no standardized treatment schemes, and its optimal management remains controversial. Our objetive is to review the literature regarding CSP management and propose an algorithm. We also present three cases of CSP resolved with different treatments at Hospital Universitario Infanta Elena. METHODS: Literature search in databases using the following keywords: pregnancy with cesarean section, ectopic pregnancy with cesarean section, treatment, management. RESULTS: The therapeutic options can be medical, surgical or a combination of both. Surgical treatments have high success rates; however, they are more invasive and are not without risk. The combination of treatments seems to increase the success rate; however, it could imply a higher risk of side effects and costs. CONCLUSIONS: The management of CSP must be individualized; based on scientific evidence, on the means available, and on the experience of the professionals in the different procedures; guided by the type of CSP and its degree of vascularization and invasion, by the thickness of the myometrium, beta-hCG levels, presence of cardiac activity, and by clinical and hemodynamic stability of the patient. The circumstances and intercurrent pathology of the patient must be considered, as well as her desire for future pregnancy or preservation of the uterus.

National expert consensus on early management of scars (2020 version) / 中华烧伤杂志

Recently, more and more clinical and basic studies have shown that early intervention of scars after wound healing can shorten the immature period of scars, improve the final outcome of scars, effectively prevent and control the occurrence and development of pathological scars. However, there are many methods for early management of scars with varying quality, and there is a lack of expert consensus on early scar management. Based on the existing clinical evidence of each intervention method and clinical experience of experts, more than 40 domestic experts from Standing Committee of Chinese Association of Plastics and Aesthetics Scar Medicine Branch have reached a consensus on definition, therapeutic principles, therapeutic methods, and other aspects of early scars after multiple discussions and revisions, providing reference for clinical treatment.

Algoritmo de tratamiento en las secuelas cicatrizales posquemadura en codo / Treatment algorithm in post-elbow burn scar sequelae

Introducción. Las retracciones cicatrizales secundarias a quemaduras representan un desafío para el cirujano plástico debido a la variabilidad en su complejidad y presentación. La pérdida de movimiento del codo conlleva una limitación funcional con impacto directo en la calidad de vida, por lo que la indicación quirúrgica se hace necesaria. La gran variedad de tácticas quirúrgicas plantean la necesidad de sistematizar el tratamiento de las retracciones cicatrizales. Objetivo. El objetivo de esta presentación es la aplicación de la sistemática en el tratamiento de la secuela posquemadura de codo en el Servicio de Cirugía Plástica del Hospital de Quemados del Gobierno de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires durante los últimos 10 años. Material y métodos. Mediante un diseño observacional, descriptivo y retrospectivo, se realizó el presente trabajo sobre pacientes con diagnóstico de retracción cicatrizal posuemadura en codo de agosto de 2008 a agosto de 2018. El criterio de inclusión fue pacientes entre 3 y 65 años sometidos a cirugías reconstructivas para la liberación de contracturas del codo posteriores a una quemadura durante el período mencionado. Se realizó una revisión de las historias clínicas y se evaluaron los casos a través del examen físico y de documentación fotográfica, y se analizaron diferentes variables: sexo, edad, comorbilidades, clasificación de gravedad, grado de retracción pre- y posoperatoria, tipo de reconstrucción empleada y complicaciones. Las variables mencionadas se registraron en tablas. Resultados. Treinta y cuatro pacientes operados, 20 mujeres y 14 hombres. El rango de edad fue de 3 hasta los 50 años, con una media de 21,2 años. La causa más frecuente de quemadura fue el agua caliente. El grado de retracción fue leve en 41,17% (14 casos), moderada en 47,05% y severa en 11,7%. El procedimiento más utilizado fueron los colgajos pediculados (50%), seguido por los colgajos locales (41,2 %) y, por último, se emplearon injertos de piel (8,8%). Dentro de los colgajos pediculados, el más utilizado fue el colgajo antecubital (12 casos) con un 70,6%, seguido por el colgajo braquial lateral con un 23,5% y, por último, con un solo caso, un colgajo propeller, que representó el 5,9%. Dentro de las plásticas locales, los colgajos de avance representaron el 42,8%, seguidos por las zetaplastias en un 35,7%, los colgajos de transposición en un 14,3% y la w plastia en un 7,14%. Todos los injertos de piel realizados fueron de espesor total. Las complicaciones fueron dehiscencia del borde del colgajo y epidermólisis. La ganancia objetiva de extensin en grados fue entre 5 y 80 grados. Conclusiones. Podemos concluir que es posible la aplicación de nuestro algoritmo para el tratamiento en la secuela cicatrizar en codo. Siempre que sea posible, se recomienda utilizar un colgajo fasciocutáneo por su mejor cobertura, resistencia y poca morbilidad de obtención. Todo método quirúrgico debe acompañarse con medidas no quirúrgicas como la ferulización y la rehabilitación kinésica temprana para lograr un resultado sostenido en el tiempo.

Introduction. Burn injuries to the elbow can lead to significant functional impairment and major aesthetic problems. This represents a challenge for the plastic surgeon due to the variability in their complexity and presentation. The elbow can be constructed with a wide range of surgical technique such as skin grafts, local, regional or free flaps. However, contractures vary greatly, depending on the loss of function, depth and extension of tissue involvement, and duration of scarring and, therefore, surgical intervention should be tailored for each patient. Objective. To present our experience and systematic approach for releasing postburn elbow contractures. Materials and methods. A retrospective review of the cases of post-burn elbow contractures treated in our center between August of 2008 and August of 2018 was conducted. Results. Since 2008 we have treated 34 patients. They included 20 female patients and 14 male patients. The average age was 21,2 years (range 3-50 years) at the time of the first corrective operation. Severity of elbow contracture was graded as mild in 41,17% of the cases, moderate in 47,05% and severe in 11,7%. Contractures were treated with fascio cutaneous pedicled flaps in 50% of the cases, with local flaps in 41,2% of the cases and with skin graft in 8,8%.Of the fascio cutaneous flaps employed, 12 patients were treated with an antecubital flap, 4 with a lateral arm flap and 1 with a propeller flap. Among the local flaps, z plasties and advancement flaps were the most commonly used. Elbow excursion improved in all cases between 5 and 80 degrees Conclusions. Severe elbow contracture resulting from burn injury can be treated using a systematic approach according to the physical characteristics of the contracture. Although there are many techniques of soft-tissue coverage to treat elbow contractures, we advocate using well-vascularized fascio cutaneous flaps to provide coverage due to their resistance and low donor site morbidity.

Medida computadorizada da evolução da área cicatricial tratada com ultrassom terapêutico e citrato de sildenafila / Computerized measurement of the evolution of cicatricial area treated with ultrasound and sildenafil citrate

Objetivou-se comparar a evolução da cicatrização de feridas cirúrgicas com cinco protocolos de tratamento através de análise planimétrica. Grupos de 12 ratos Wistar, foram alocados em cinco estudos experimentais: A- controle negativo; B- ferida cirúrgica, tratada com ultrassom terapêutico (UST) desligado ; C- ferida tratada somente com citrato de sildenafila ; D- ferida tratada com citrato de sildenafila e UST e grupo E-ferida tratada somente com UST. A evolução cicatricial foi acompanhada diariamente e avaliada por imagem fotográfica computadorizada aos sete, 14 e 21 dias. A aplicação do UST pulsado, com doses 1MHZ e 0,4Wcm2 reduziu o tempo de cicatrização epitelial em condições experimentais, favorecendo precocemente a reparação tecidual com efeitos qualitativos superiores ao tratamento com citrato de sildenafila (CS). A mensuração computacional para evolução da cicatrização de ferida dérmica mostrou-se um recurso de fácil aplicação sendo de baixo custo e eficiente para a aplicabilidade na rotina médica veterinária.

This study aimed at comparing the evolution of healing of surgical wounds with five treatment protocols through planimetric measurement. Groups of 12 Wistar rats were allocated in five experimental studies: A ­ negative control; B ­ surgical wound treated with therapeutic ultrasound turned off; C ­ surgical wound treated with sildenafil citrate; D ­ wound treated with sildenafil citrate and therapeutic ultrasound; and group E ­ wound treated only with therapeutic ultrasound. The healing progress was monitored daily and assessed by computed photographic image at seven, 14 and 21 days. It was concluded that the application of pulsated therapeutic ultrasound on surgical wounds at 1 MHz and 0.4Wcm2 doses reduces the epithelial healing time in experimental conditions, favoring the early repair of tissue with qualitative effects superior than the ones found in the treatment with sildenafil citrate (SC). The computational measurement for the evolution of the dermal wound healing proved to be an easy-to-apply resource, with a low cost and great efficiency for the applicability in the veterinary medical routine.

Isthmocele: an overview of diagnosis and treatment

SUMMARY An isthmocele, a cesarean scar defect or uterine niche, is any indentation representing myometrial discontinuity or a triangular anechoic defect in the anterior uterine wall, with the base communicating to the uterine cavity, at the site of a previous cesarean section scar. It can be classified as a small or large defect, depending on the wall thickness of the myometrial deficiency. Although usually asymptomatic, its primary symptom is abnormal or postmenstrual bleeding, and chronic pelvic pain may also occur. Infertility, placenta accrete or praevia, scar dehiscence, uterine rupture, and cesarean scar ectopic pregnancy may also appear as complications of this condition. The risk factors of isthmocele proven to date include retroflexed uterus and multiple cesarean sections. Nevertheless, factors such as a lower position of cesarean section, incomplete closure of the hysterotomy, early adhesions of the uterine wall and a genetic predisposition may also contribute to the development of a niche. As there are no definitive criteria for diagnosing an isthmocele, several imaging methods can be used to assess the integrity of the uterine wall and thus diagnose an isthmocele. However, transvaginal ultrasound and saline infusion sonohysterography emerge as specific, sensitive and cost-effective methods to diagnose isthmocele. The treatment includes clinical or surgical management, depending on the size of the defect, the presence of symptoms, the presence of secondary infertility and plans of childbearing. Surgical management includes minimally invasive approaches with sparing techniques such as hysteroscopic, laparoscopic or transvaginal procedures according to the defect size.

RESUMO A istmocele ou nicho uterino é representada por uma descontinuidade miometrial ou um defeito anecoico triangular na parede uterina anterior, com a base se comunicando com a cavidade uterina no local de uma cicatriz anterior de cesárea. O defeito pode ser classificado como pequeno ou grande, dependendo da espessura da parede miometrial deficiente. Embora geralmente assintomático, seu principal sintoma é o sangramento uterino anormal ou pós-menstrual; a dor pélvica crônica também pode ocorrer. Infertilidade, placenta acreta ou prévia, deiscência de cicatriz, ruptura uterina e gravidez ectópica em cicatriz de cesárea prévia também podem aparecer como complicações dessa condição. Os fatores de risco para desenvolvimento da istmocele comprovados até o momento incluem útero retroverso e múltiplas cesarianas. No entanto, fatores como localização mais inferior de uma cesárea prévia, fechamento incompleto da histerotomia, aderências precoces na parede uterina e predisposição genética também podem contribuir para o desenvolvimento de um nicho. Como não existem critérios definitivos para o diagnóstico de uma istmocele, vários métodos de imagem podem ser usados para avaliar a integridade da parede uterina e, assim, diagnosticar uma istmocele. Entretanto, ultrassonografia transvaginal e sono-histerografia com infusão salina surgem como métodos específicos, sensíveis e custo-efetivos para o diagnóstico de istmocele. O tratamento inclui manejo clínico ou cirúrgico, dependendo do tamanho do defeito, da presença de sintomas, da presença de infertilidade secundária e de planos de gravidez. O manejo cirúrgico inclui abordagens minimamente invasivas como histeroscopia, laparoscopia ou transvaginal, de acordo com o tamanho do defeito.

Isthmocele: from risk factors to management / Istmocele: de fatores de risco ao manejo

Abstract Objective The aim of the present study was to perform a comprehensive review of the literature to provide a complete and clear picture of isthmocele-a hypoechoic area within themyometriumat the site of the uterine scar of a previous cesarean section-by exploring in depth every aspect of this condition. Methods A comprehensive review of the literature was performed to identify the most relevant studies about this topic. Results Every aspect of isthmocele has been studied and described: pathophysiology, clinical symptoms, classification, and diagnosis. Its treatment, both medical and surgical, has also been reported according to the actual literature data. Conclusion Cesarean section is the most common surgical procedure performed worldwide, and one of the consequences of this technique is isthmocele. A single and systematic classification of isthmocele is needed to improve its diagnosis and management. Further studies should be performed to better understand its pathogenesis.

Resumo Objetivo O objetivo do presente estudo foi realizar uma revisão abrangente da literatura a fim de fornecer um quadro completo e claro da istmocele-uma área hipoecoica dentro domiométrio no local da cicatriz uterina de uma cesariana anterior- aprofundando todos os aspectos desta condição Métodos Uma revisão abrangente da literatura foi realizada para identificar os estudos mais relevantes sobre este tema. Resultados Todos os aspectos da istmocele foram estudados e descritos: fisiopatologia, sintomas clínicos, classificação e diagnóstico. Os tratamentos médico e cirúrgico também foram relatados de acordo com os dados reais da literatura. Conclusão A cesárea é o procedimento cirúrgico mais comum realizado em todo o mundo, e uma das consequências desta técnica é a istmocele. Uma classificação única e sistemática da istmocele é necessária para melhorar seu diagnóstico e manejo. Novos estudos devem ser realizados para melhor entender sua patogênese.

Use of derived adipose stem cells to reduce complications of cutaneous scarring in smokers. An experimental model in rats

Abstract Purpose To evaluate the use of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSC) in reducing the necrosis area in an experimental model of cutaneous ischemic flap in rats submitted to subcutaneous nicotine injection to simulate a smoker patient. Methods In an experimental study, 30 rats were enrolled and divided into two experimental groups of 15 animals all submitted to a subcutaneous nicotine injection to create ischemic cutaneous flaps on their backs. Other 10 animals were used only to obtain adipose tissue derived stem cells (ADSC). The first group (n=15) received ADSC treatment at the end of surgery while the other group, the control (n=15), received no other interventions. After euthanasia, a decal was performed on the whole area of the flap, accurately defining the transition from necrosis to healthy region. Photos of all animals were collected and evaluated by scales standardized by Paint-Autocad- 2015 software to define the area of flap necrosis in each rat. Student T test was performed to compare the groups, considering a p< 0.05 significant. Data were analyzed using SPSS IBM® 18 version. Results Through the analysis of the images by the program Paint-Autocad-2015 and the area of decal obtained by the transparent sheet, we obtained a mean of 46% necrosis of the total area of the flap in the treatment group and 69.4% in the control group. In the descriptive analysis, a mean of 3.7 cm of necrosis CI 95% (3.2 - 4.2) was evident in the treatment group whereas a mean value of 5.56 CI 95% (5.2 - 5.9) was found in control group, with p value <0.001 for this comparison. Conclusion The application of adipose-derived stem cells reduces the percentage of necrosis in an experimental model of randomized cutaneous flap in rats submitted to subcutaneous nicotine injection.

Manejo de cicatrices patológicas excesivas en el Servicio de Rehabilitación / Management of excessive pathological scars in the Rehabilitation Service

The excessive pathological scars are subdivided into hypertrophic, keloid and contracted. They have a complex pathophysiology, not entirely known that only exists in humans. Although the frequency of presentation is not high, excessive pathological scars can affect several areas of human functioning, in the first level of functions and body structures and in the second level of activities of daily life and participation. The evaluation of patients must be complete, including the scar, and any other affected body system, together with psychological, functional and socioeconomic factors. In the treatment of excessive scars there are multiple options that must be combined for a better result. The non-surgical treatments of the most used scars are the pressotherapy, silicone plates, intralesional injections and laser. There are other rehabilitation treatments that although without solid evidence could have a role in patients. The referral to the rehabilitation service is recommended for patients with excessive pathological scars located in areas of folds or special areas and / or, which are accompanied by pain, alterations in the function of the body segment or limitations in activities of daily life, for comprehensive assessment and multidisciplinary management. (AU)

Incisão periareolar em zigue-zague para tratamento de ginecomastias / Periareolar zigzag incision as treatment for gynecomastia

Introdução: Ginecomastia é a hipertrofia e hiperplasia benigna da mama masculina. Representa a condição benigna mais frequente da mama masculina. O objetivo é avaliar os resultados estéticos, e satisfação dos pacientes submetidos a uma nova abordagem para o tratamento da ginecomastia, com incisão periareolar em zigue-zague. Métodos: Apresentamos uma casuística de 13 casos de ginecomastia tratados com a técnica periareolar em zigue-zague. Resultados: Todos os pacientes ficaram satisfeitos com a cicatriz camuflada na transição, naturalmente irregular, da pele periareolar com o complexo aréolo mamilar. Não houve complicações na série descrita. Conclusão: A abordagem descrita é uma excelente alternativa para o tratamento das ginecomatias. Proporciona um resultado estético satisfatório, é de fácil execução e tem a vantagem de não deixar estigmas na mama masculina operada.

Introduction: Gynecomastia is a benign hypertrophy and hyperplasia of the male mammary gland, and is considered the most frequent benign condition of the male breast. The objective is to evaluate aesthetic results and satisfaction of patients undergoing a new approach using a periareolar zigzag incision for the treatment of gynecomastia. Methods: We present 13 cases of male gynecomastia treated with a periareolar zigzag incision technique. Results: All patients were satisfied with the scar hidden in the transitional, naturally irregular periareolar skin of the nipple-areolar complex. No complications were observed in this patient series. Conclusion: This approach is an excellent, easy-to-perform surgical alternative for the treatment of gynecomastia, providing a satisfactory cosmetic result without the presence of a stigmatizing scar.

Custo-efetividade do uso do curativo de colágeno e alginato no tratamento de áreas doadoras de enxerto de pele de espessura parcial / Cost-effectiveness of collagen wound dressing with alginate for the treatment of split-thickness skin graft donor sites / El costo-efectividad de la utilización del apósito de colágeno con alginato en el tratamiento de las áreas donadoras de injerto de espesor parcial de la piel

OBJETIVO: Avaliar a utilização do curativo de colágeno e alginato de cálcio em áreas doadoras de enxerto de pele parcial em relação ao curativo com gaze tipo rayon. MÉTODO: Foi realizado estudo clínico prospectivo na Divisão de Cirurgia Plástica e Queimaduras do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, no período de 2010 a 2015. Os pacientes foram selecionados de forma consecutiva e distribuídos de forma randomizada em três grupos de acordo com o tratamento usado na área doadora: rayon exposto, embebido em soro fisiológico 0,9%; rayon coberto por gaze de algodão estéril e atadura; curativo formado por 90% de colágeno bovino associado a 10% de alginato de cálcio. Foram analisados comparativamente os seguintes parâmetros: dor, tempo para epitelização, tempo de internação e custos. RESULTADOS: Foram estudados 30 pacientes, com idade variando de 12 e 60 anos. Quinze desses pacientes tiveram suas áreas doadoras cobertas com o curativo de colágeno e alginato de cálcio, os quais apresentaram redução dos níveis álgicos em 79,5% (p<0,01), menor tempo de internação e epitelização, média de 5,8 dias (p<0,01) e redução dos custos hospitalares em cerca de 47% (p<0,01) em comparação com o curativo de rayon. Nenhum apresentou infecção na área doadora. CONCLUSÃO: O curativo de colágeno e alginato apresentou melhor custo-benefício em relação ao rayon para cobertura de áreas doadoras, com importante redução da dor, do tempo de epitelização e de internação e dos custos.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the use of collagen calcium-alginate dressing for split-thickness skin graft donor sites in comparison with rayon dressing. METHODS: A prospective clinical study was conducted at Divisão de Cirurgia Plástica e Queimaduras do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo from 2010 to 2015. Patients were selected consecutively and randomly allocated into three groups according to the treatment used on the donor site: rayon soaked in 0.9% saline; rayon covered with sterile cotton gauze and bandage; 90% bovine collagen with 10% calcium-alginate dressing covered with transparent polyurethane film. Following parameters was comparatively analyzed: pain, time to epithelialization, length of stay and costs. RESULTS: We studied 30 patients, ranging from 12 to 60 years of age. Fifteen of these patients had their donor sites covered with collagen calcium-alginate dressing, which showed pain reduction of 79.5% (p<0.01), shorter hospital stay and epithelialization, average of 5.8 days (p<0.01) and reduction in hospital costs about 47% (p<0.01) in comparison with rayon dressing. None presented infection in the donor site. CONCLUSION: Collagen calcium-alginate dressing showed better cost-benefit than rayon to cover donor sites, with significant reduction of pain, epithelialization time, length of stay and costs.

Objetivo: Evaluar la utilización del apósito de colágeno con alginato de calcio en áreas donadoras de injerto de espesor parcial de la piel en relación a la curación con gasa tipo rayón. Método: Se realizó un estudio clínico prospectivo en la División de Cirugía Plástica y Quemadura, del Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo en el período de 2010 a 2015. Los pacientes fueron seleccionados de forma consecutiva y distribuida de forma aleatorizada en tres grupos de acuerdo con el tratamiento utilizado en la área donadora: rayón expuesto, embebido en suero fisiológico 0,9%; Rayón cubierto por gasa de algodón estéril y vendaje; apósito formado por un 90% de colágeno bovino asociado al 10% de alginato de calcio. Se analizaron comparativamente los siguientes parámetros: dolor, tiempo para epitelización, tiempo de internación y costos. Resultados: Se estudiaron 30 pacientes, con edad variando de 12 a 60 años. Quince de estos pacientes tuvieron sus áreas donantes cubiertas con el apósito de colágeno con alginato de calcio, los cuales presentaron reducción de los niveles álgicos en el 79,5% (p<0,01), menor tiempo de internación y epitelización, media de 5.8 (p<0,01) y reducción de los costos hospitalarios en 47% (p<0,01) en comparación con el apósito de rayón. Ninguno presentó infección en el área donante. Conclusión: El apósito de colágeno con alginato presentó mejor costo-efectividad en relación al rayón para cobertura de áreas donantes, con importante reducción del dolor, del tiempo de epitelización, de internación y de los costos

Efecto terapéutico del extracto etanólico de las hojas de Oenothera rosea A. "Chupasangre", en forma de crema farmacéutica / Therapeutic effect of the ethanolic extract of the leaves of Oenothera rosea A. "Chupasangre", in the form of a pharmaceutical cream

El presente trabajo de investigación tuvo como objetivo evaluar el efecto antiinflamatorio y cicatrizante de la crema farmacéutica a base del extracto etanólico de las hojas de Oenothera rosea "chupasangre" procedente del Departamento de Ancash (Huaraz). Se determinaron los metabolitos secundarios mediante marcha fitoquímica (flavonoides, alcaloides, taninos, saponinas, fenoles, glucósidos y otros). Se evaluó el efecto contra la inflamación y su actividad en las cicatrices en 3 grupos poblacionales (contusiones leves, contusiones moderadas y heridas leves cerradas) de 20 a 50 años de edad, de ambos sexos, los cuales se subdividieron en grupos experimentales y controles, en el Centro de Salud Ganimedes DISA IV LIMA ESTE ­ MINSA del distrito de San Juan de Lurigancho. Se evaluó el estado general para un diagnóstico médico; para luego iniciar el uso tópico por medio de controles de observación y medición de la zona afectada hasta su completa recuperación. Los datos fueron procesados mediante el análisis (ANOVA), Tukey y análisis de varianza, dándonos como resultado que las cremas al 3 y 5 % mostraron buen efecto antiinflamatorio (contusiones leves y contusiones moderadas) y regular efecto cicatrizante (heridas leves cerradas), mientras, que la crema al 1 % no tiene efecto. Además, la crema al 5 % fue sometida a estabilidad acelerada a una temperatura de 40 °C durante 90 días teniendo como parámetros los análisis organolépticos (aspecto, color y olor), fisicoquímicos (pH, viscosidad) y carga microbiológica total; obteniendo como resultado una crema estable y que cumple con los criterios de aceptación.

Minilipoabdominoplastia com desinserção umbilical: indicações e comparação de táticas cirúrgicas para reinserção de umbigo, estudo prospectivo / Minilipoabdominoplasty with umbilicus detachment: indications and comparison of surgical tactics for umbilicus reintegration, an prospective study

Introdução: A minilipoabdominoplastia com desinserção do umbigo representa uma tática cirúrgica restrita àqueles casos nos quais a lipoaspiração isolada causaria piora da flacidez, enquanto a abdominoplastia convencional implicaria em ressecção exagerada de pele. Permite plicatura xifopúbica dos retos abdominais e boa ressecção do excedente cutâneo abdominal inferior. O objetivo é apresentar pacientes com umbigo alto tratados com lipoaspiração, minilipoabdominoplastia com desinserção de umbigo e reinserção abaixo, e comparar duas técnicas para reinserção umbilical. Métodos: Foram operadas seis pacientes no período de janeiro a junho de 2013 no Hospital Escola da Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, MG, todas do sexo feminino, com idades de 32 a 50 anos, submetidas à anestesia peridural e geral. Resultados: Pós-operatórios com contornos corporais de silhuetas naturais e cicatrizes umbilicais reposicionadas sem cicatrizes externas. Conclusão: A técnica empregada permite o tratamento da flacidez moderada do abdome superior e inferior com uma incisão menor, proporciona cicatriz umbilical sem cicatriz externa e menores chances de complicações em virtude do menor descolamento.

Introduction: The minilipoabdominoplastia with umbilicus detachment represents a surgical procedure restricted to cases in which isolated liposuction would cause worsening of sagging skin, while the conventional abdominoplasty would imply excessive skin resection. It allows xyphopubic plication of the rectus abdominis muscle and good resection of the excessive lower abdominal skin. The objective is to provide patients with high umbilucus treated with liposuction, mini-abdominoplasty with umbilucus detachment and reinsertion below, and comparison of two techniques for umbilical reinsertion. Methods: We included six women aged 32- to 50-year-old and who underwent surgery under spine and general anesthesia from January to June 2013 in the Hospital of the Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro, Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Results: After surgery, patients had natural silhouettes of body contours and umbilicus repositioned without external scars. Conclusion: The technique used allows treatment of moderate sagging skin of upper and lower abdomen with need of a small incision, the technique provides umbilicus scarring without external scarring and less chance of complications due to the small detachment.

Neo-onfaloplastia com enxerto cutâneo / Neoomphaloplasty with cutaneous graft

Introdução: A cicatriz umbilical é decorrente da queda do coto umbilical, que ocorre alguns dias após o nascimento. Sua presença, formato e localização na parede abdominal fornecem ao indivíduo uma conotação estética e sensual. Métodos: Estudo primário, prospectivo, de intervenção. A casuística foi de conveniência, no período de fevereiro de 2006 a junho de 2016, incluindo pacientes de ambos os gêneros, alocados do ambulatório do Hospital das Clínicas da Universidade Federal de Pernambuco (HC-UFPE) e clínica privada. Os critérios de inclusão foram pacientes com indicação de abdominoplastia e que apresentavam um comprometimento da irrigação da pele da região umbilical e periumbilical devido a defeitos herniários da região. O estudo seguiu os critérios de Helsinki e os pacientes assinaram o Termo de Consentimento Livre e Esclarecido. Resultados: Foram operados 28 pacientes, sendo observada uma boa integração da pele enxertada, resultando em uma cicatriz umbilical de aparência natural e sem complicações. Conclusões: A neo-onfaloplastia com enxerto cutâneo é de fácil execução e que, a longo prazo, tem demonstrado um bom resultado estético, principalmente nos retalhos abdominais espessos, demonstrando ser mais uma opção técnica na realização de neo-onfaloplastias.

Introduction: The umbilical scar is due to the fall of the umbilical stump that occurs a few days after birth. Its presence, shape, and location on the abdominal wall provide the individual with an aesthetic and sensual connotation. Methods: A primary prospective interventional study. The sample was of convenience, from February 2006 to June 2016, and included patients of both sexes attending the outpatient clinic of the Hospital das Clínicas of the Federal University of Pernambuco (HC-UFPE), a private clinic . The inclusion criteria were patients with abdominoplasty indications presenting with compromised circulation to the skin of the umbilical and periumbilical region caused by hernia defects in this area. The study followed the criteria of Helsinki and the patients signed an Informed Consent Form. Results: Twenty-eight patients underwent surgery and good integration of the grafted skin was observed. This resulted in an umbilical scar with a natural appearance and without complications. Conclusions: Neoomphaloplasty with a cutaneous graft is easy to perform and, in the long term, has shown to provide good aesthetic results, especially in thick abdominal flaps, thus proving to be an additional technical option for neoomphaloplasty procedures.

Tratamento de cicatriz de queimadura com luz intensa pulsada e laser ablativo fracionado Erbium: YAG / Treatment of burning scars with intense pulsed lip and fractionated ablative laser Erbium: YAG / Tratamiento de cicatrices por quemaduras con luz intensa pulsada y láser ablativo fraccionado Erbio: YAG

Cicatrizes decorrentes de queimadura acarretam grandes danos físicos e emocionais aos pacientes. Seu tratamento permanece um desafio na prática clínica. O uso atual de tecnologias a laser e luz, como o laser ablativo fracionado e a luz intensa pulsada (LIP), tem se mostrado eficaz na recuperação estética e funcional da pele acometida. Este trabalho tem por objetivo a demonstração do resultado do tratamento de cicatriz de queimadura extensa com LIP e laser ablativo fracionado Erbium: YAG a partir do relato de caso de uma paciente de 38 anos vítima de queimadura por chama direta aos 6 anos de idade. A paciente apresentou melhora clínica significativa no aspecto estético e funcional da lesão. O uso desses métodos combinados apresenta resultados favoráveis para o tratamento desses casos.

Scars resulting from burning causes great physical and emotional damage to patients. Its treatment remains a challenge in clinical practice. Current use of laser and light technologies, such as fractional ablative laser and intense pulsed light (ILP), have been shown to be effective in aesthetic and functional recovery of affected skin. This work aims to demonstrate the results of the treatment of extensive burn scarring with ILP and fractional ablative laser Erbium:YAG relating the case report of a 38-year-old female victim of direct flame burn at 6-years-old. The patient presented significant clinical improvement in the aesthetic and functional aspect of the lesion. The use of these combined methods presents favorable results for the treatment of these cases.

Las cicatrices resultantes de quemaduras causan grandes daños físicos y emocionales a los pacientes. El tratamiento sigue siendo un reto en la práctica clínica. El uso actual de tecnologías láser y de luz, tales como el láser ablativo fraccionado y la luz pulsada intensa (LPI) han demostrado ser herramientas eficaces para la recuperación estética y funcional de la piel afectada. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo mostrar el resultado del tratamiento de una cicatriz extensa por quemadura usando LPI y láser ablativo fraccional Erbio:YAG a partir del caso clínico de una paciente de 38 años de edad víctima de quemaduras por fuego directo (llama) a los 6 años de edad. La paciente mostró una mejoría clínica significativa en el aspecto estético y funcional de la lesión. El uso de estos métodos combinados mostró resultados favorables para el tratamiento de este tipo de casos.

Abordagem de cicatrizes por queimaduras com microagulhamento: revisão da literatura / Microneedling approach in burn scars: literature review / Abordaje con microagujas en la cicatrices por quemaduras: revisión de la literatura

Introdução: Queimaduras são feridas traumáticas causadas por agentes térmicos, químicos, elétricos ou radioativos. Há na literatura diversos estudos que discorrem sobre técnicas que amenizem as sequelas deixadas pelas queimaduras. Dentro dos tratamentos disponíveis, o microagulhamento tem se apresentado como estratégia de importantes resultados. O princípio do microagulhamento é proporcionar um estímulo na produção de colágeno, melhorar a qualidade da cicatriz e construção do tecido cicatricial ao nível da pele normal, preservando a epiderme e modulando os níveis de fatores de crescimento de transformação ß1 e 2, que são considerados pró-inflamatórios, e aumentando os níveis de TGFß 3, reorganizando as fibras colágenas e normalizando o aspecto do tecido, sugerindo uma melhora em cicatrizes fibróticas. Objetivo: Identificar, na literatura, a ação do microagulhamento no tratamento de cicatrizes de pacientes que sofreram queimaduras. Método: O método adotado para a pesquisa foi a revisão do tipo descritiva, com estratégia de busca elaborada, utilizando artigos indexados nas bases de dados LILACS, SciELO, PubMed e Medline no período de 2008 a 2016. Resultados: Foram encontrados sete estudos, sendo selecionados quatro que preencheram os critérios de inclusão. Dentre os selecionados, dois são estudos de caso, uma revisão bibliográfica sobre a técnica, porém não relacionada especificamente a cicatrizes por queimaduras, e um ensaio clínico randomizado. Conclusão: O microagulhamento se mostra como um promissor tratamento nas cicatrizes de queimadura, promovendo melhora do aspecto estético. Ainda há carência de estudos sobre a temática, especialmente os ensaios clínicos randomizados. Recomenda-se que mais estudos nesse padrão sejam realizados.

Introduction: Burns are traumatic wounds caused by thermal, chemical, electrical or radioactive agents. In the literature there are several studies that discuss techniques that mitigate the consequences left by the burns. Among the treatments available, the microneedling has emerged as important strategy results. The principle of microneedling is to provide a stimulation of collagen production, improving scar quality and construction of scar tissue at the level of the normal skin, preserving the epidermis modulating levels ß1 and 2, transforming growth factors that are considered pro-inflammatory, and increasing levels of TGFß 3 reorganizing collagen fibers, and normalizing the appearance of tissue, suggesting an improvement in fibrotic scars. Objective: To identify, in the literature, the action of microneedling in treating scars of patients who suffered burns. Method: The method adopted for the research was a review of descriptive, with elaborate search strategy using articles indexed in the databases LILACS, SciELO, PubMed and Medline from 2008 to 2016. Results: Seven studies were found, and selected four that met the inclusion criteria. Among the selected, two are case studies, a literature review on the technical but not specifically related to scarring from burns and a randomized clinical trial. Conclusion: Microneedling shown as a promising treatment in burn scars, promoting improved aesthetic appearance. There is still a lack of studies on the subject especially randomized clinical trials, so it is recommended that further studies in this standard are met.

Introducción: Las quemaduras son heridas traumáticas causadas por agentes térmicos, químicos, eléctricos o radioactivos. En la literatura varios estudios que tratan sobre las técnicas que mitiguen las consecuencias dejadas por las quemaduras. Entre los tratamientos disponibles, las microagujas han presentado una estrategia con resultados importantes. El principio de microagujas es proporcionar una estimulación de la producción de colágeno, mejorando la calidad de la cicatriz y la construcción de tejido de la cicatriz en el nivel de la piel normal, preservando la epidermis modulación de los niveles ß1e2 factores de crecimiento transformante que se consideran pro-inflamatoria, y aumentar niveles de TGF 3 reorganización de las fibras de colágeno normalizar la apariencia de tejido que sugiere una mejora de cicatrices fibróticas. Objetivo: Identificar, en la literatura, la acción de microagujas en el tratamiento de cicatrices de pacientes que sufrieron quemaduras. Método: El método adoptado para la investigación fue una revisión descriptiva, con estrategia de búsqueda elaborada, utilizando artículos indexados en las bases de datos LILACS, SciELO, PubMed y Medline desde 2008 hasta 2016. Resultados: Fueron encontrados siete artículos, entre los cuales se seleccionaron cuatro que cumplían los criterios de inclusión. Entre los seleccionados, dos son estudios de casos, una revisión de la literatura en la técnica, pero no específicamente relacionadas con la cicatrización de quemaduras y un ensayo clínico aleatorizado. Conclusión: Microagujas se muestra como un tratamiento prometedor en las cicatrices de quemaduras, promoviendo una mejor apariencia estética. Todavía hay una falta de estudios sobre el tema ensayos clínicos aleatorizados sobre todo, se recomienda que se cumplan otros estudios en esta norma.

Cicatrização por segunda intenção no tratamento de carcinoma basocelular nasal / Second intention healing in the treatment of nasal basal cell carcinoma

INTRODUÇÃO: A busca por melhores alternativas para o tratamento do carcinoma basocelular (CBC) nasal é referida por diversos autores há anos. Os enxertos e os retalhos cutâneos apresentam problemas, como o risco de não integração ou de necroses; e ainda determinam a formação de cicatrizes que, muitas vezes, são extensas ou inestéticas. Além disso, eles demandam um tempo operatório maior, sendo realizados em centro cirúrgico. A exérese simples do CBC nasal, seguida da cicatrização por segunda intenção e de cuidados cosmiátricos simples no pós-operatório, ressurge como alternativa válida para o tratamento destes tumores. MÉTODOS: Os autores vêm apresentar sua experiência com a técnica, discutindo as vantagens do método. No período de 4 anos, todos os pacientes submetidos à técnica foram acompanhados prospectivamente. RESULTADOS: Dos 23 pacientes operados, 12 foram acompanhados por 2 anos e incluídos na avaliação. O procedimento cirúrgico teve duração média de 21 minutos (+6) e foi realizado sem dificuldades. A evolução pós-operatória se deu sem intercorrências ou recidivas tumorais. CONCLUSÃO: A técnica empregada coloca-se como uma alternativa simples, segura e com excelentes resultados para o tratamento dos CBC nasais.

INTRODUCTION: The search for better alternatives for the treatment of nasal basal cell carcinoma (BCC) has been reported by several authors. The complications associated with grafts and skin flaps include the risk of non-integration or necrosis, and the formation of scars that are often large or unaesthetic. In addition, these procedures require longer operative times, which implies the need for a surgical center. The simple removal of nasal BCC, followed by second intention healing and simple postoperative cosmetic care, has reemerged as a valid alternative for the treatment of these tumors. METHODS: In this study, the authors describe their experience with the technique, and report the advantages of the method. All patients submitted to this procedure were followed-up prospectively for a period of 4 years. RESULTS: Of 23 patients, 12 were monitored for 2 years and were included in the study. The surgical procedure was performed without difficulty in an average of 21 minutes (+6). Postoperative evolution was uncomplicated and without tumor recurrence. CONCLUSION: This technique is a simple and safe alternative, providing excellent results for the treatment of nasal BCC.

Melhorando os resultados da blefaroplastia superior: zetaplastia para correção de queda do supercílio lateral / Improving the results of upper eyelid blepharoplasty: zetaplasty to correct lateral eyebrow sliding

INTRODUÇÃO: Um problema estético frequentemente observado no processo de envelhecimento facial é a queda dos supercílios, principalmente na sua porção lateral. MÉTODOS: A fim de obter resultados estéticos satisfatórios e cicatriz menos extensa, apresentamos uma técnica menos invasiva para elevação do supercílio lateral. Esta técnica é indicada para casos selecionados de pacientes com dermatocálaze associada à queda da porção lateral do supercílio. RESULTADOS: A técnica mostrou-se de fácil execução, proporcionando resultados estéticos gratificantes, similares aos da técnica descrita por Castañares, com a vantagem de resultar em cicatrizes limitadas à região lateral do supercílio. CONCLUSÕES. A zetaplastia com transposição de retalhos cutâneos no terço lateral dos supercílios mostrou-se uma boa opção para a elevação desta área. Além de ser pouco invasiva, esta técnica apresenta como vantagens cicatriz pouco evidente, menor custo e proporciona um efeito estético natural nesta importante região da face.

INTRODUCTION: A frequent aesthetic problem that occurs in the aging process is the drooping of the eyebrows, more common and evident in the mid lateral aspect. METHODS: In order to obtain a satisfactory cosmetic result associated with minimal scar extension, we present a less invasive technique, indicated for select patients who present with dermatochalasis and lateral eyebrow sliding. RESULTS: This technique showed to be an easy procedure to execute and resulted in satisfactory aesthetic outcomes, similar to the technique described by Castañares, with the advantage of scar limited to the lateral region. CONCLUSIONS: As another option for the surgical elevation of the eyebrow lateral third segment, an easy Z-type skin flap transposition is a cost-effective procedure that can offer less evident scars with a natural aesthetic effect in this exposed area of the face.