soft tissue

Figure 1. a) Tension controller used to achieve appropriate tension across wound b) Skin anchors placed at wound edge for tension line to be threaded through.

Case Report

Utility of a Continuous External Tissue Expander in Complex Pediatric Wound Reconstruction

02/28/2022

Bobby L. May, MD¹; Ben Googe, MD²; Somer Durr, BS³; Amber Googe, MD⁴; Peter Arnold, MD, PhD²; Ian Hoppe, MD²; Ben McIntyre, MD²

Bobby L. May, MD1; Ben Googe, MD2; So...

The cases included in this report suggest DermaClose may be an alternative to traditional methods for complex soft tissue closure in pediatric patients. For larger wounds, repeat applications with sequential closure should be expected and is...

The cases included in this...

02/28/2022

ePlasty

Clinical Solutions in Practice

Innovative Soft Tissue Fixation System Offers Versatility For Surgeons

10/25/2021

Jennifer Spector, DPM, FACFAS, Managing Editor

Could an alternative fixation options for digital deformities facilitate a personalized and versatile approach to each case?

Could an alternative fixation...

10/25/2021

Podiatry Today

Surgical Reconstruction of Peri-fistula/stomal Soft Tissue: Revise, Isolate, Skin Graft, Pouch

Introduction: A leaking ostomy or fistula pouch is devastating to the patient and provider. In some situations, the soft tissue around the fistula or ostomy makes it impossible to apply a...

08/19/2021

A New Approach to the Management and Closure of Challenging Tunneling Wounds

Introduction: A tunneling wound or sinus tract is a narrow opening or passageway underneath the skin that can extend in any direction through soft tissue and results in dead space with po...

11/05/2019