• Archives of Reconstructive Microsurgery
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.51-64
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• 2014

This study provides a systematic review of the literature on nipple-sparing mastectomy and necrotic complications in order to estimate the prevalence of necrotic complications and to investigate their significant predictors. A literature search was conducted using the MEDLINE and Ovid databases. A pooled analysis was performed for calculation of the prevalence of nipple-areolar complex (NAC) necrosis, mastectomy flap necrosis, and overall necrotic complications and to evaluate the relationships between necrotic complications and potential risk factors. A total of 44 papers were analyzed. The prevalence of overall necrotic complications was 13.7%, including 7.5% for NAC necrosis and 7.8% for mastectomy flap necrosis. Types of incisions showed significant association with the rates of NAC necrosis and mastectomy flap necrosis. Incisions involving the NAC showed a significantly higher rate of NAC necrosis than those not involving it. The prevalence of NAC necrosis was higher in the autologous tissue reconstruction group than in the prosthesis group. Active smoking and diathermy dissection were significant predictors of both NAC necrosis and mastectomy flap necrosis. The findings of this review suggest that there are several predictors of necrotic complications in nipple-sparing mastectomy. Appropriate patient selection, careful operative planning, and surgical technique refinements may reduce the risk of necrotic complications.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제34권5호
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• pp.611-616
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• 2007

Purpose: The latissimus dorsi muscle flap is a versatile flap used in a variety of reconstructive procedures. The most common complication of LD muscle flap is donor site seroma, reported to occur in 20 to 79 percent of cases. The formation of dead space under the flap is intimately associated with seroma formation. The authors think that the use of progressive tension suture at closing donor site can decrease the formation of dead space and ultimately reduce the incidence of donor site seroma. Methods: A retrospective review was performed with 38 patients who underwent latissimus dorsi muscle harvest for breast reconstruction from March 2003 to September 2004. Progressive tension sutures were used during donor site closure in 22 patients. This group was compared with controls group(16 patients) who underwent latissimus dorsi muscle harvest without using this technique. Operation time, length of hospital stay, period of drainage, complication, and satisfaction about postoperative scar of donor site were examined. Results: The average length of hospital stay was 10.2 days and 12.7 days, and the mean duration of drainage were 7.3 days and 11.7 days in each progressive suture group and control group. These results were statistically significant (p<0.05). In the 22 patients who underwent progressive tension suture, none had seroma, hematoma or skin necrosis. In control group(16 patients), there happened one seroma formation and one partial skin necrosis. These complications were healed by aspiration of seroma and wound revision. The patients' satisfaction was not statistically significant, but the higher points were given by the patients who underwent progressive tension suture. Conclusion: This technique, progressive tension suture, is an effective method to reduce or eliminate donor site seroma, which is the most common complication associated with latissimus dorsi muscle harvest.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제30권6호
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• pp.563-569
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• 2020

유방암의 수술적 치료에 있어서 종양성형학적 수술이란 종양학적 안정성과 성형적 만족도를 모두 충족시키는 수술을 일컫는 용어이다. 처음 시작한 서양에서는 적은 절개나 절제, 미세침습수술을 지향하기 보다 유방축소술을 기본으로 제거될 조직에 병변을 포함하도록 계획한다. 충분한 절제가 가능하기 때문에 수술 전 검사, 절제연에 대한 고민, 수술 중 병리 검사의 필요성 등도 줄면서 종양학적 안전성에도 도움이 된다고 알려져 왔다. 개개인의 체형에 대한 병변의 종양학적 안정성을 충족시키는 최소 절제 비율에 따라 전위 또는 보충으로 나뉘게 된다. 환자의 기본 체형은 인종적인 영향을 받는 유방암의 특징으로, 유럽, 미국이나 영국의 경우 평균 크기가 대개 36D(600 ㎤) 이상으로, 유방고정술이나 유방축소술이 주로 사용되고, 성형 측면의 최대 목표인 대칭을 위해서는 반대측 유방의 축소도 흔히 이루어지고 있다. 부산대학교병원 유방암 환자 671명의 평균 분포를 분석해 본 결과, 평균은 33A (75%, <35B)로, 대략 체적은 300 ㎤ (75%, <400 ㎤)라고 생각할 수 있다. 따라서 서양과는 다른 수술법이 선택될 수 밖에 없다. 수술 전 MRI를 이용한 범위의 확인을 통한 대상 선정과 함께 초음파와 피부 표식을 이용한 정확한 절제 범위의 계획도 중요하다. 병리적 판독 기준도 절제연 음성이면 종양학적 안정성에 충분하다는 것으로 관점이 바뀐 것은 보존 수술에 유리한 측면이 된다. 동결절편검사는 여전히 고급 전문 인력, 시간이 지나치게 소요되고 있어 편리하고 안전한 병변의 절제에 도움이 될 만한 새로운 방법들이 필요하여 연구되고 있다. 대표적인 최근 연구로는 무선주파수를 이용하는 margin probe, 형광 색소를 결합한 Aqueous Quantum-Dot-Molecular Probes 등을 들 수 있다. 합병증 측면에서 박리 면적이 늘어나는 종양성형학적 수술의 단점을 보강할 수 있는 최근 기술로 초음파 에너지 기구들이 유용하고, 수술 범위가 늘어남에 따라 생길 수 있는 혈종이나 장액 저류의 감소에 도움이 될 수 있다.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제51권1호
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• pp.42-51
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• 2024

Background Increasing concerns regarding the safety of textured surface implants have resulted in surgeons transitioning from textured tissue expanders (TEs) to smooth TEs. Given this change has only recently occurred, this study evaluated outcomes between smooth and textured TEs. Methods Women who underwent two-stage breast reconstruction using TEs from 2013 to 2022 were included. TE-specific variables, perioperative information, pain scores, and complications were collected. Chi-squared, t-test, and linear regression analyses were performed. Results A total of 320 patients received a total of 384 textured and 152 smooth TEs. Note that 216 patients received bilateral reconstruction. TEs were removed in 9 cases. No significant differences existed between groups regarding comorbidities. Smooth TEs had a higher proportion of prepectoral placement (p < 0.001). Smooth TEs had less fills (3±1 vs. 4±2, p < 0.001), shorter expansion periods (60±44 vs. 90±77 days, p < 0.001), smaller expander fill volumes (390±168 vs. 478±177 mL, p < 0.001), and shorter time to exchange (80±43 vs. 104±39 days, p < 0.001). Complication rates between textured and smooth TEs were comparable. Smooth TE had a greater proportion of TE replacements (p = 0.030). On regression analysis, pain scores were more closely associated with age (p = 0.018) and TE texture (p = 0.046). Additional procedures at time of TE exchange (p < 0.001) and textured TE (p = 0.017) led to longer operative times. Conclusion As many surgeons have transitioned away from textured implants, our study shows that smooth TEs have similar outcomes to the textured alternatives.

• Journal of Genetic Medicine
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• 제9권1호
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• pp.25-30
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• 2012

Among the treatment options for BRCA mutation carriers, risk reducing surgery is the most effective. However, this procedure has been rarely performed in Korea. Interestingly, our case showed double heterozygosity for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. The patient was diagnosed with left renal cancer and left breast cancer at 45-years-of-age, 4 years before risk reducing surgery. The patient received left radical nephrectomy and left partial mastectomy with axillary lymph node dissection. After pretest counseling, the patient underwent genetic testing that identified BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations. After post-test counseling, the patient decided on intensive surveillance. At 49-years-of-age, the patient was newly diagnosed with contralateral breast cancer. Treatment options were discussed once again. We performed bilateral total mastectomy with immediate reconstruction and prophylactic bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy after multidisciplinary discussion. The patient has been satisfied with the results of surgery. We think this procedure is a recommendable treatment option for BRCA mutation carriers.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제35권5호
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• pp.607-610
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• 2008

Purpose: Salivary duct carcinoma(SDC) is uncommon but high grade adenocarcinoma arising in the ductal epithelium of salivary glands. SDC is characterized by distinctive clinical and pathologic features. The most important histologic aspect of this neoplasm is its resemblance to ductal carcinoma of the breast. Clinically SDC is defined by cervical lymph node involvement and distant metastasis with a high rate of recurrence and mortality. We described some of the clinical and pathological features of SDC and the management using case report for our patient. Methods: We present a case of a 40-year-old male with 2-year history of a swelling arising in his left preauricular region. There was a single painless, firm and solid $2{\times}1.5cm$ mass in the left parotid area. Facial nerve function was intact and no cervical lymph node were palpable. In August 2005, we found out $1.7{\times}1.8cm$ sized cystic, nodular lesions that were located in the superficial lobe of left parotid gland through Computed tomography. And then superficial parotidectomy and postoperative radiation therapy were performed in Jan 2007. Results: Pathologically, the specimen were consisted of homogeneous, chondoid to myxoid type of tissues. It was yellow mass that has multiloculated cystic lesions. In postoperative PET(Positiron emission tomography) CT, there was no evidence of uptaking FDG(Fluorodeoxyglucose) into the deep layers of parotid gland and distant metastasis were not seen. Conclusion: Salivary duct carcinoma(SDC) is a rare but high grade adenocarcinoma related to pleomorphic adenocarcinoma. The prognosis of SDC can be different according to the type of tumor such as mucoepidermoid adenocarcinoma, adenoid duct carcinoma and acinar cell carcinoma. So we need to study more carefully for accurate diagnosis in early stage of diagnosis. Although radiotherapy has not yet proven to be a significant factor in overall survival, the combination of parotidectomy and postoperative radiation therapy can lead to more favorable results in treating of SDC.

• Archives of Reconstructive Microsurgery
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• 제7권2호
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• pp.114-121
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• 1998

The purpose of this study is to investigate the appropriate management of severe radionecrotic wounds of the anterior chest wall associated with infection of the soft tissues and ribs and exposure of vital structures(heart and lung), and present our strategies for reconstruction of these complicated patients. 9 patients have undergone radical debridement and immediate microsurgical reconstruction for severe radionecrotic wounds of the anterior chest wall over last 7 years. All patients had extensive osteomyelitis of the ribs or sternum, and chronic infection or cutaneous fistulae. 2 patients had pericardial effusions due to longstanding inflammation, and 6 patients had pleural effusions. 2 patients had ipsilateral lung collapse. 10 free flaps were performed for coverage of the huge defects. One patient required 2 free flaps to control the inflammation. 8 free TRAM flaps were used for coverage of the defects and in addition, the rectus abdominis muscle was packed into any deep cavity. 1 patients underwent latissimus dorsi muscle free flap because of previous abdominal surgery. After extensive debridement of the infected, radionecrotic wounds, all 10 free flaps were successful. All the extensive radionecrotic defects of the anterior chest wall were completely healed. Free flaps successfully covered the exposed vital structures of the heart and lungs. Patients with severe radionecrotic defects of the anterior chest wall after ablative breast cancer surgery and radiotherapy were successfully treated by radical debridement and immediate free flap surgery. The TRAM flap together with the rectus muscle is the treatment of choice for these huge defects. The latissimus dorsi muscle flap was the second choice in patients with previous abdominal surgery. The recipient vessel should be carefully selected because of possible radiation damage and inflammation.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제36권6호
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• pp.806-810
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• 2009

Purpose: Gynecomastia is an abnormal increase in the volume of the male breast. Subcutaneous mastectomy was the first surgical treatment for gynecomastia. But because of the complications such as nerve injury and scar formation, subcutaneous mastectomy has been substituted with liposuction. Recently various techniques including ultrasound - assisted liposuction has been used for treatment of gynecomastia. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the results of XPS$^{(R)}$ microresector(Shaver) for treatment of gynecomastia. Methods: 17 patients, 33 breasts of gynecomastia, Simon grade I or II have been treated with XPS$^{(R)}$ microresector(Shaver). The mean age was 24.5. The subcutaneous tissue and glandular tissue were removed with XPS$^{(R)}$ microresector(Shaver). The operation time, the weight of removed tissue and patients' satisfaction score were accessed. Results: The mean operation time was 78.2 minutes. The mean weight of removed tissue was 113.8 g. There was no significant complications such as necrosis, hematoma, infection or scar contracture. Patients' satisfactory score of scar, shape and confidence were 8.4, 8.2 and 8.4 respectively. As the average score was 8.3, almost patients were satisfied with their breasts. Conclusion: The authors have treated 17 patients suffering from gynecomastia with XPS$^{(R)}$ microresector(Shaver). We obtained short operation time, early recovery, minimal operative scar and less complications with XPS$^{(R)}$ microresector(Shaver) for the treatment of gynecomastia, and patients were satisfied with the results of our method. We concluded XPS$^{(R)}$ microresector(Shaver) is an alternative option for the treatment of gynecomastia.

• 핵의학기술
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• 제18권1호
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• pp.115-121
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• 2014

PET 영상의 질 향상과 더불어 많은 연구를 통해 다양한 프로그램의 개발이 이루어지고 있다. 그 중 Philips 사의 Astonish TF 재구성 기법은 기존보다 빠른 재구성 속도와 함께 2 mm의 영상 재구성이 가능하여 병변의 향상된 대조도를 확인할 수 있다. 본 연구에서는 전신 $^{18}F-FDG$ PET 영상에서 기존의 4 mm와 2 mm 재구성 기법에 따른 표준섭취계수(SUV)를 비교 평가하였다. GEMINI TF 64 PET/CT (Philips, Cleveland, USA)를 사용하여 팬텀실험은 NEMA IEC Body Phantom (sphere: 10, 13, 17, 22, 28, 37 mm)으로 영상을 획득하였고, 임상영상은 유방암 진단을 받은 여자 30명(연령: $55.1{\pm}11.3$세, BMI: $24.1{\pm}2.9$)을 대상으로 $^{18}F-FDG$ PET/CT 검사를 시행한 후, 각각 4 mm와 2 mm로 영상을 재구성하였다. 획득된 영상은 EBW (Extended Brilliance Workstation) NM ver.1.0을 통해 팬텀과 임상영상에 관심영역을 설정하고, 표준섭취계수를 측정하였으며, SPSS ver.17.로 통계 분석하였다. 팬텀실험에서 90 sec로 획득한 영상의 4 mm와 2 mm 재구성 영상의 $SUV_{Max}$를 비교한 결과, 열소의 크기가 작을수록 $SUV_{Max}$의 편차가 크게 나타났고, 150 sec로 획득한 영상의 4 mm와 2 mm 재구성 영상의 $SUV_{Max}$를 비교한 결과에서도 같은 성향을 나타냈다. 90 sec와 150 sec로 획득한 영상의 $SUV_{Max}$의 편차 정도는 90 sec로 영상을 획득하였을 경우 보다 150 sec로 획득한 영상에서 열소의 크기가 작을수록 큰 차이를 나타냈고, 열소의 크기가 클수록 작은 차이를 나타냈다. 임상영상에서는 4 mm와 2 mm 재구성 기법을 분석한 결과, 표준섭취계수는 4 mm보다 2 mm 재구성 기법에서 높게 나타났고, 또한 체적이 작을수록 변화율이 증가하였다. Astonish TF 재구성 기법을 적용한 팬텀실험과 임상영상의 분석 결과, 체적의 크기가 작을수록 표준섭취계수의 변화율이 증가하였다. 그러므로 임상에서 대조도 및 병변 감별력이 우수한 2 mm 재구성 기법의 정확하고 적극적인 활용을 위하여 표준섭취계수 보정에 대한 추가적인 연구가 필요할 것으로 사료된다.

• 대한영상의학회지
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• 제83권2호
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• pp.344-359
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• 2022

목적 깊은 컨볼루션 신경망 기법을 결합한 영상 잡음 제거 알고리즘을 개발하고 이를 응용하여 저선량 유방 촬영 영상으로 유방암을 진단하는 데 그 효능을 조사하고자 한다. 대상과 방법 6명의 유방 영상 전문의가 전향적 연구에 참여하였다. 모든 영상 전문의는 병변 감지를 위해 저선량 영상을 독립적으로 평가하고 정성적 척도를 사용하여 진단 품질을 평가하였다. 영상 잡음 제거 알고리즘을 적용한 후, 동일한 영상 전문의가 병변 감지 가능성과 영상 품질에 대한 평가를 하였다. 임상 적용을 위해 동일한 영상 전문의가 병변 유형과 위치에 대한 합의 결정 후, 저선량 영상, 재구성된 영상, 기존 선량 영상을 무작위 순서로 제시하여 평가하였다. 결과 전 절제 표본의 저선량 영상을 참조로 40% 재구성된 영상에서 병변이 더 잘 인식되었다. 임상 적용단계에서 40% 재구성된 영상과 비교하여, 기존 선량 영상이 해상도(p < 0.001), 석회에 대한 진단 품질(p < 0.001), 유방 종괴, 비대칭, 구조왜곡의 진단 품질(p = 0.037)에 대해 더 높은 평균값을 보였다. 40% 재구성된 영상은 100% 영상과 비교 시 전반적 화질(p = 0.547), 병변의 가시성(p = 0.120), 대조도(p = 0.083)에서 비슷한 성적을 보였으며 유의미한 차이도 보이지 않았다. 결론 깊은 컨볼루션 신경망 기법을 결합한 효과적인 잡음 제거 및 영상 재구성 처리 알고리즘은 유방 촬영의 상당한 선량 감소를 위한 길을 열어 유방암 진단을 가능하게 할 것이다.