• Archives of Reconstructive Microsurgery
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.114-119
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• 2000

The soft tissue defects including the Achilles tendon are complex and very difficult to reconstruct. Recently, several free composite flaps including the tendon have been used to reconstruct large defects in this area in an one-stage effort. Our case presents a patient reconstructed with free composite dorsalis pedis flap along with the extensor digitorum longus and superficial peroneal nerve for extensive defects of the Achilles tendon and surrounding soft tissue. A 36-year-old-man sustained an open injury to the Achilles tendon. He was referred to our department with gross infection of the wound and complete rupture of the tendon associated with loss of skin following reduction of distal tibial bone fracture. After extensive debridement, $6{\times}8cm$ of skin loss and 8cm of tendon defect was noted. Corresponding to the size of the defect, the composite dorsalis pedis flap was raised as a neurosensory unit including the extensor digitorum longus to provide tendon repair and sensate skin for an one-stage reconstruction. One tendon slip was sutured to the soleus musculotendinous portion, the other two were sutured to the gastrocnemius musculotendinous portion with 2-0 Prolene. The superficial peroneal nerve was then coaptated to the medial sural cutaneous nerve. The anterior tibial artery and vein were anastomosed to the posterior tibial artery and accompanying vein in an end to end fashion. After 12 months of follow-up, 5 degrees of dorsiflexion due to the checkrein deformity and 58 degrees of plantar flexion was achieved. The patient was able to walk without crutches. Twopoint discrimination and moving two-point discrimination were more than 1mm at the transferred flap site. The donor site healed uneventfully. Of the various free composite flaps for the Achilles tendon reconstruction when skin coverage is also needed, we recommand the composite dorsalis pedis flap. The advantages such as to control infection, adequate restoration of ankle contour for normal foot wear, transfer of the long tendinous portion, and protective sensation makes this flap our first choice for reconstruction of soft tissue defect including the Achilles tendon.

• 대한관절경학회지
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• 제15권2호
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• pp.125-131
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• 2011

후방십자인대 파열의 최선의 치료법은 논쟁의 대상이며, 후방십자인대 재건술시 고려해야할 사항들로는 경골 고정방법(transtibial vs inlay), 대퇴터널의 위치(central, eccentric or isometric), 재건다발의 수(single-bundle vs double-bundle)등이 있다. 후방십자인대는 중슬부 동맥의 분지와 가깝게 위치하고, 두꺼운 활액막에 싸여있어 손상시 전방십자인대보다 자연 치유력이 뛰어난 것으로 알려져 있다. 일반적으로 후방십자인대 재건술시, 이식물 통과를 용이하게 하고 터널 위치 선정을 위한 인대 부착부를 잘 보기 위해 남아 있는 후방십자인대 잔여 조직을 모두 제거한다. 그러나 잔여 조직을 보존하면 슬관절 후방 안정성에 기여하며, 이식물 치유를 빠르게 하고, 잔여 인대에 남아 있는 기계 수용체의 고유 수용 감각 기능을 살리게 된다. 수술 술기의 어려움과 터널 합병증이 발생될 수 있는 이중 다발 재건술에 비해, 대퇴부 인대 부착부를 보전하기 쉽고 합병증이 적은 단일 다발 재건술을 이용한 잔여 조직을 보존한 보강법이 유용한 수술 방법으로 사료된다.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제29권8호
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• pp.889-896
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• 1996

하지 동맥 혈관의 폐쇄로 인한 급,만성적인 하지 허혈은 혈관우회술이나 혈전제거술등의 적극적인 수술을 시행함으로 점차 좋은 경과를 얻고있다. 동아대학교 병원 흉부외과학 교실에서는 하지 허혈의 임상적 양상과 수술 결과를 살펴보고자 1990년 3월부터 1995년 8월까지 5년 5개월동안 101명의 환자를 대상으로 수술을 하여 이를 분석하였다. 연령 및 성별 분포는 25세에서 87세이고 남자가 92례, 여자가 9례로써 약 101로 남자에서 많았다. 이들 환자의 동맥폐쇄질환에 관계있는 병인에는 동맥경화성 협착이 54례, 혈전색전증이 21례. 버거씨병이 20례, 외상에 의한 동맥 폐쇄가 3례, 가성동맥류가 3례였다. 동맥경화성 협착에서 주 폐쇄부위는 대퇴동맥 폐쇄가 30례, 장골동맥 폐쇄 23례, 슬와 동맥 폐쇄 10례, 대동맥 분지부 6례. 경골동맥 폐쇄였고, 버거씨 병에서는 후경골동맥 폐쇄 14례, 전 경골동맥 폐쇄 8례. 슬와동맥 폐쇄 5례. 대퇴동맥과 비골동맥이 각각 2례 였다. 혈관 폐쇄로 인한 하지 혈행장애의 수술은 동맥경화성 협착에서 혈관우회술이 61례. 혈전 제거술 24 례, 교감 신경절제술 20례였다. 동맥경화성 협착 환자에서 혈관우회술을 시행한 苛\ulcorner61례로써 이중 대퇴동맥과 슬와 동맥간의 우회술이 21례, 대퇴동맥과 반대편 대퇴동맥간의 우회술이 15례. 맥와 동맥과 양측 대퇴동맥간의 우회술이 7례, 하복부 대동맥과 양측 대퇴동맥간에 Y graft를 이용한 우회술이 3례였 4술후 이식혈관에 대한 개존율은 전체적으로 술 후 1년에 83.6%. 2년에 77.1%. 3년에 75.5%의 결과를 보였고 하지 보존율은 86.8 %였다. 하지혈행장애의 모든 환자에서 수술후 사망은 6명이었는데 사망 원인은 급성 신부전증, 다장긴 기능 부전, 그리고 패혈중이었다.

• Journal of Trauma and Injury
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• 제26권3호
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• pp.243-247
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• 2013

Introduction: Surgical treatment of subclavian artery (SA) injury is challenging because approaching the lesion directly and clamping the proximal artery is difficult. This can be overcome by using an endovascular technique. Case 1: A 37-year-old male was drawn into the concrete mixer truck. He had a right SA injury with multiple traumatic injuries: an open fracture of the right leg with posterior tibial artery (PTA) injury, a right hemothorax, and fractures of the clavicle, scapula, ribs, cervical spine and nasal bone. The injury severity score (ISS) was 27. Computed tomography (CT) showed a 30-mm-length thrombotic occlusion in the right SA, which was 15 mm distal to the vertebral artery (VA). A self-expandable stent($8mm{\times}40mm$ in size) was deployed through the right femoral artery while preserving VA flow, and the radial pulse was palpable after deployment. Other operations were performed sequentially. He had a viable right arm during a 13-month follow-up period. Case 2: A 25-year-old male was admitted to our hospital due to a motorcycle accident. The ISS was 34 because of a hemothorax and open fractures of the mandible and the left hand. Intraoperative angiography was done through a right femoral artery puncture. Contrast extravasation of the SA was detected just outside the left rib cage. After balloon catheter had been inflated just proximal to the bleeding site, direct surgical exploration was performed through infraclavicular skin incision. The transected SA was identified, and an interposition graft was performed using a saphenous vein graft. Other operations were performed sequentially. He had a viable left arm during a 15-month follow-up period. Conclusion: The challenge of repairing an SA injury can be overcome by using an endovascular approach.

• Journal of Trauma and Injury
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• 제26권3호
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• pp.163-169
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• 2013

Purpose: This study was conducted to confirm the anatomic conformity of the new periarticular locking plates designed by Zimmer on Korean adult bones and to identify the structures at risk during the application of these implants. Methods: The study was performed on the humerus, radius, and tibia of 10 adult cadavers(6 males and 4 females) procured from the cadaveric lab of our hospital. Anteroposterior (AP) and lateral X-rays were taken to confirm that the cadavers were free of any unusual lesions or anatomic variations. We used the 3.5-mm proximal humerus plate, 2.7-mm distal radius plate, 3.5- and 5.0-mm proximal tibia plates, and 3.5-mm distal tibia plate developed by Zimmer, Inc. (Zimmer periarticular locking plate). The longest plate from each group was used to confirm anatomical conformity. Standard approaches were used for each area, and soft tissue was retracted in order to pass the plate beneath the muscle. The position of the plate was confirmed using standard AP and lateral view X-rays. After this procedure had been completed, the region was dissected along the length of the implant to determine the conformity of the implant to bone and the penetrations of screws into the articular surface or violations of any vital structures, such as nerves, blood vessels, or tendons. Results: Excellent anatomical conformity was observed with Zimmer periarticular locking plates for Korean adults. The tibial nerve and the posterior tibial artery were found to be structures at risk when applying a distal tibial plate. Conclusion: Additional posterolateral fixation is recommended when dealing with cases of tibial plateau fracture when the fracture line extends to the posterolateral cortex. We recommend taking proper views using 10~15 degrees of internal rotation to ensure correct screw length and, thus, avoid penetration of vital structures and tendons.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제36권5호
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• pp.591-596
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• 2009

Purpose: To reconstruct soft tissue defect on lower extremity especially combined with osteomyelitis, free flap with enough blood supplies is required. There are some instance when patients have inadequate recipient vessels for microanastomosis. Anastomosis with harvested vein graft can solve the problem. It may be more problematic or even increase recipient site complication. Cross leg free flaps using contra - lateral vessel can be a solution. Methods: From 2005 to 2008, 12 cases of cross leg free flap were done for 12 patients(male = 9, female = 3). External fixators used in all cases. Free flaps used were laissmus dorsi muscle flap(n=5), anterolateral thigh flap(n=4), gracilis muscle flap(n=2) and medial plantar artery fasciotaneous flap(n=1). In all cases, contralateral posterior tibial artery and vein were used as recipient pedicle. Results: All flaps survived without additional operative procedures. There were no complications such as hematoma or Infection. Sometimes patients needs further therapeutic exercise for fast movement recovery. Conclusion: Although cross leg free flaps require long period of bed resting and rehabilitation after pedicle cutting, It can be practical alternative for soft tissue defect on lower distal extremity with inadequate recipient vessels for free flap on affected leg.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제50권5호
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• pp.507-513
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• 2023

Background Free tissue transfer is considered the gold standard option for the reconstruction of distal leg defects. Free tissue transfer using recipient vessels in the contralateral leg (cross-leg bridge) is a potential option to supply the flap if there are no suitable recipient vessels in the injured leg. Most studies have described this technique using end-to-end anastomosis which sacrifices the main vessel in the uninjured leg. This study evaluated the use of a cross-leg free latissimus dorsi muscle flap for the reconstruction of defects in single-vessel legs, using end-to-side anastomosis to recipient vessels in the contralateral leg without sacrificing any vessel in the uninjured leg. Methods This is a retrospective study that included 22 consecutive patients with soft tissue defects over the lower leg. All the reconstructed legs had a single artery as documented by CT angiography. All patients underwent cross-leg free latissimus dorsi muscle flap using end-to-side anastomosis to the posterior tibial vessels of the contralateral leg. Results The age at surgery ranged from 12 to 31 years and the mean defect size was 86 cm². Complete flap survival occurred in 20 cases (91%). One patient had total flap ischemia. Another patient had distal flap ischemia. Conclusion Cross-leg free latissimus dorsi muscle flap is a reliable and safe technique for the reconstruction and salvage of mutilating leg injuries, especially in cases of leg injuries with a single artery. As far as preservation of the donor limb circulation is concerned, end-to-side anastomosis is a reasonable option as it maintains the continuity of the donor leg vessels.

• 대한정형외과스포츠의학회지
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• 제3권2호
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• pp.128-133
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• 2004

목적: 경골 Inlay 방법으로 자가 골-슬개건-골을 이용한 후방 십자 인대 재건술의 합병증을 알아 보고자 하였다. 대상 및 방법: 1994년 9월부터 2004년 1월까지 경골 Inlay방법으로 후방 십자 인대 재건술을 시행한 57명 58예를 대상으로 수술의 합병증에 대해 분석하였다. 남자가 50명, 여자는 7명이며, 평균 연령은 35세(15$\~$73세)였다. 후방 십자 인대 단독 손상은 28예, 슬관절내 동반 손상이 있는 경우가 30예였다. 원인 별로는 교통 사고가 39예로 가장 많았고, 운동 손상이 7예, 넘어진 손상이 7예, 기타 5예였다. 추시 검사는 술 후 4주, 3개월, 6개월, 1년째 외래 방문을 하게 하였다. 분석 방법은 슬관절의 안정성을 측정하기 위해서 KT-2000TM 슬관절 계측기 및 긴장 방사선 촬영을 사용하였고, Lysholm Knee Score와 임상적 합병증을 평가하였다. 결과: 수술 전 Lysholm Knee Score는 평균 43.2점에서 최종 추시상 87.9점으로 향상되었다 $KT-2000^{TM}$ 슬관절 계측기 검사 상 수술 전 평균 8.75 mm(6.2$\~$l4.3 mm)에서 최종 추시상 3.41 mm (2.1$\~$l0.6 mm)로 향상되었다. 수술 중 합병증으로 슬와 동맥 파열과 동반된 구획 증후군이 1예에서 발생되었으며, 슬개골 골절 1예, 20$^{\circ}$ 이상의 굴곡 운동 범위 감소가 2예, 근위 경골부의 고정 나사가 경골 전면부에 돌출되는 경우가 2예에서 있었다. 수술 후 합병증으로 동요 관절이 11예, 슬개골 골절이 1예, 슬관절의 신전 운동 범위 제한이 5예 및 굴곡 운동 범위 제한이 13예에서 관찰되었으며, 슬관절 주위 통증 21예, 무릎을 꿇을 때 통증이 8예 관찰되었다 결론: 경골 Inlay 방법으로 자가 골-슬개건 -골을 이용한 후방 십자 인대 재건술의 다양한 합병증이 발생되어 수술 및 수술 후 재활시 세심한 주의가 요구된다.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제13권9호
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• pp.431-437
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• 2015

하지 동맥 전산화단층촬영(CT) 검사 시 생리식염수 희석을 통한 조영제 사용량 감소의 효용성을 알아보고자 하였다. 조영제 125 cc 주입한 48명과 같은 양을 조영제와 생리 식염수를 7:3으로 주입한 30명을 대상으로 하였다. 각각의 영상에서 복부대동맥, 넙다리동맥, 오금동맥, 뒤정강동맥의 감쇄계수(HU)의 평균값과 신호 대 잡음비(SNR)를 정량적으로 평가 하였고, 정성적 평가는 영상의학과 전문의 2명, 방사선사 4명이 5점 척도로 4가지 평가항목을 평가하였다. 정량적 평가에서 HU와 SNR 모두 희석 전 평균값이 높게 나왔으나 독립표본 T검정에서 유의확률이 모두 p>0.05이므로 희석 전, 후의 통계적으로 유의성이 없다. 정성적 평가는 평균점수가 원액이 4.86~4.77, 희석액이 4.83~4.67로 차이가 있었으나, 유의확률이 모두 p>0.05이므로 희석 전, 후의 통계적으로 유의성이 없다. CT 하지동맥 조영 검사 시 일정 비율 희석한 조영제를 사용하여 기존 영상의 질을 유지 할 수 있고, 조영제의 총량을 줄여 단위 분자 당 요오드 함량이 낮아지므로 조영제로 인한 부작용을 줄일 수 있을 것으로 사료된다.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제5권1호
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• pp.19-24
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• 1972

The recent development of cardiovascular surgery as well as aortoarteriogaphy has been established excellent operative result with great aid of limb-salvage. However, less consideration or less experience still exists on the regard of vascular accident and vascular disease, as well as vascular surgery in Korea. During the last 13 years, we experienced only two cases of aorto-iliac occlusion,acute and chronic, regardless of having had more than 300 cases of mitral valvotomy and gradual increasing tendency of arteriosclerosis and hypertension in Korea. Therefore it is noteworthy to report the cases in order to promote the consideration for vascular surgery. Case 1; 52 year old female who had 20 years history of mitral stenosis with uricular fibrillation and received medical treatment for recent 1 year in the medical department. 10 days before admission, acute saddle emboli developed and 15 days after the onset, embolectomy through both common femoral arteries on the groin and abdominal approach was made. The progression of emboll to the right popliteal bifurcation was found by arteriography on operating table and retrograde flushing with heparin solution by the polyethylene catheter inserted through posterior tibial artery. The operation was successful, but 9 hours after operation sudden death occurred. Considering this case, first, mitral valvotomy already before might prevent peripheral embolizatlon, secondarily, the more early detection and surgery might also prevent the progression of emboli. Thirdly, although preoperative or postoperatlve heparinization is controversial for mitraI stenosis, heparinization might prevent additional emboli to vital organs in this case Cases 2; 66 year old female who had 4 years history of left hip and calf intermittent claudication and has had rest pain, inability to walk and ischemic necrosis on the the left leg since last 3 months prior to admission to the orthopedic department under the suspicion of herniated disc. Absence of pulsation on the groin and aortography evidenced aortoillac occlusion predominantly on the left side. Thromboendarterectomy was made and the operative result was successful with absence of claudication, healing of ulcer and aortographic patency of occlusive site. This chronic occlusion is considered to result from arteriosclerosis in origin with the evidence of moderate hypertension, x-ray evidence of calcified plaque on the aortic knob and operative finding of palpable plaques.