2024 Issue 01

Post Operative Monitoring In Microsurgery: Comparing Glucose Measurement With Clinical Parameters.

INTRODUCTION Free-tissue transfer and replantation or revascularization are accepted part of the armamentarium of reconstructive surgeons with quoted success rates around 95% [1]. The success of these surgeries is dependent on the continuous arterial inflow and venous outflow through patent microvascular anastomoses until neovascularization is established by peripheral ingrowth of capillaries. Traditionally, monitoring of free

Clinical Outcomes of Double Fascicular Nerve Transfer for Restoring Elbow Flexion in Brachial Plexus Injuries

Introduction Brachial plexus injuries, though infrequent, exert a profound impact, afflicting only 1% of polytrauma patients [1]. These injuries culminate in compromised motor function and sensation within the affected upper extremity. Predominantly affecting young males, they constitute up to 90% of reported cases [2]. The repercussions of traumatic brachial plexus injuries are far-reaching, inflicting substantial

Scalp Angiosarcoma: A Case Report

Introdcution Angiosarcoma is an aggressive malignancy with a poor prognosis. The 10-year survival rates for scalp angiosarcoma range from 13.8% in cases with metastatic disease to a more favourable 53.6% when the tumour is localized[1]. Primarily affecting the face and scalp, angiosarcoma most commonly occurs in elderly individuals[2]. Its presentation is often deceptive, initially appearing

Pedicled supraclavicular flap reconstruction of pharyngeal defect following laryngectomy: A case report.

Introduction Supraclavicular pedicle flap (SCPF) is a fascio-cutaneous island flap based on the supraclavicular artery and vein. It has been used successfully to reconstruct pharyngeal, oesophageal, tracheotomy defects and skin defects following oncological resections of anterior neck[1], [2]. Here we present the case of a patient who underwent SCPF reconstruction of a pharyngeal defect following

Thenar motor branch: keeping variations in mind

CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapeutic, IV Introduction Carpal tunnel syndrome is the commonest type of entrapment neuropathy in the upper limb. Increased pressure within the carpal tunnel, >32 mmHg, leads to vascular ischaemia of the median nerve resulting in a range of symptoms that include nocturnal pain and paraesthesia involving the radial 31/2 digits, particularly