Successful Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Harvest despite Preoperative Therapeutic Subcutaneous Heparin Administration into the Abdominal Pannus by Joseph W. Duncumb, Kana Miyagi, Parto Forouhi, Charles M. Malata

“…Abdominal free flaps for microsurgical breast reconstruction are most commonly harvested based on the deep inferior epigastric vessels that supply skin and fat via perforators through the rectus muscle and sheath. Intact perforator anatomy and connections are vital for subsequent optimal flap perfusion and avoidance of necrosis, be it partial or total. …”
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Epigenetic Modifications and Potential New Treatment Targets in Diabetic Retinopathy by Lorena Perrone, Carmela Matrone, Lalit P. Singh

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Targeting Drug Delivery to the Lungs by Inhalation by C. O'Callaghan

“…To deliver therapeutic agents by inhalation to the lower respiratory tract, inhaled drug particles must have appropriate aerodynamic characteristics. In addition, the anatomy and pathophysiology of the patient's respiratory tract, mode of inhalation through the inhaler, and the characteristics of the inhalational device itself, may significantly affect drug deposition.…”
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Congenital Smooth Muscle Hamartoma Obscuring the Cornea by Andrew Bean, Abdullah Al-Bouri, Geoffrey Bradford, Thomas Mauger

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The effect of the different strike levels of the stomach on the kidneys in the new zealand rabbit (oryctolagus cuniculus l.). by Özcan Özgel, Emine Karakurum, Yasin Demiraslan

“…<p> <b>Conclusion:</b> It may be concluded that fullness of the stomach effects on kidneys in the cross-sectional anatomy of the normal abdominal region in the rabbit.…”
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Clinical Implications of the Transversus Abdominis Plane Block in Adults by Mark J. Young, Andrew W. Gorlin, Vicki E. Modest, Sadeq A. Quraishi

“…As such, we provide a brief historical perspective on the TAP block, describe relevant anatomy, review current techniques, discuss pharmacologic considerations, and summarize the existing literature regarding its clinical utility with an emphasis on recently published studies that have not been included in other systematic reviews or meta-analyses.…”
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Detection of the Hematopoietic Stem and Progenitor Cell Marker CD133 during Angiogenesis in Three-Dimensional Collagen Gel Culture by Masumi Akita, Kayoko Tanaka, Sachiko Matsumoto, Kumiko Komatsu, Keiko Fujita

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The Carpal tunnel syndrome - CTS - primary and secondary prevention - review of literature by Maciej Broda, Milena Flak, Magdalena Grzonkowska

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Medizinischer Fachwortschatz in deutschsprachigen Kinderwunschforen by Hanna Stypa

“…It has been possible to identify 94 examples of medical terms, which were classified into six groups: 1) terms relating to pregnancy in general, 2) terms relating to fertilisation, 3) terms relating to female physiology and anatomy, 4) terms relating to medical examinations, 5) terms relating to diseases, 6) terms relating to fertility treatments. …”
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MSK Ultrasound - An IJSPT Perspective by Phil Page, Robert C Manske, Michael Voight, Chris Wolfe

“…Furthermore, MSK ultrasound can provide additional insights into musculoskeletal anatomy and help improve patient care and outcomes. …”
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RETML-4: Advancements in esophageal cancer surgery with four-arm robotic thoracic esophagectomy with total mediastinal lymphadenectomy by Xuefeng Leng, Koshiro Ishiyama, Hiroyuki Daiko

“…The esophageal surgery team at the National Cancer Center Hospital has elevated RAMIE to a new theoretical and practical level with their technique: esophageal cancer surgery with four-arm robotic esophagectomy with total mediastinal lymphadenectomy (RETML-4), rooted in the robotically enhanced surgical anatomy (RESA) philosophy. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the conceptual foundation and operative process of this innovative surgical approach.…”
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Bilateral Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty and Reconstruction of the Medial Tibial Plateau by an Asymmetric Cone in a Patient with Charcot Arthropathy by Spiros Tsamassiotis, Henning Windhagen, Max Ettinger

“…Therefore, we present a case in which sufficient primary stability could be achieved with an asymmetrical second-generation tibial cone with an anatomical design and implantation instruments adapted to the bony anatomy in the presence of severe tibial destruction on both sides. …”
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Mini review on how ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) supports post-exercise recovery by Austin Widyasari Wijaya Putu, Sri Ekayanti Ni Wayan, Evayanti Luh Gde, Subrata Tanjung

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A Review of Full-Body Radiography in Nontraumatic Emergency Medicine by S. P. Whiley, G. Mantokoudis, D. Ott, H. Zimmerman, A. K. Exadaktylos

“…In particular, the large format scans allowing visualisation of a greater area of anatomy make it well suited to VP shunt monitoring, ERA, and the detection of foreign bodies. …”
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New Method of Parent Catheter Advancement in the Balloon Anchor Technique during Balloon-Occluded Transarterial Chemoembolization for Hepatic Tumors by Kei Shibuya, Hiroki Tahara, Suguru Takeuchi, Yoshinori Koyama, Yoshito Tsushima

“…We report a new technique for successful parent catheter advancement for achievement of stable backup for the selective insertion of a microballoon catheter during B-TACE using the microballoon as an anchor, even in patients with tortuous anatomy of the hepatic and celiac arteries. Deep cannulation of parent catheters was accomplished in all three cases and complications such as vascular injury were not observed in the postprocedure angiograms.…”
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Variations of Gastrocolic Trunk of Henle and Its Significance in Gastrocolic Surgery by Yuan Gao, Yun Lu

“…We characterized various variants and tributaries of Henle’s trunk using autopsy, vascular casting, 3D CT reconstruction, intraoperative anatomy, and Hisense CAS system and summarized and analyzed the tributaries of Henle’s trunk, to determine its influence on GI surgeries.…”
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Specimen Orientation by Marking the Peripheral End: (Potential) Clinical Advantages in Prostate Biopsy by Andrea Benedetto Galosi, Giovanni Muzzonigro, Vito Lacetera, Roberta Mazzucchelli

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Sex Determination in Reptiles: A Review by Alessandro Vetere, Michele Capasso, Francesco Di Ianni

“…An understanding of the unique reproductive anatomy and the use of appropriate sexing techniques are fundamental to establishing breeding groups, preventing aggressive behaviours among groups, and ensuring the long-term survival of endangered reptile populations.…”
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Cotrimoxazole Prophylaxis Specifically Selects for Cotrimoxazole Resistance in Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus with Varied Polymorphisms in the Target Genes folA an... by Buwembo William, Charles Mugisha Rwenyonyi, Göte Swedberg, Fred Kironde

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Conservative Nonsurgical Approach for Management of a Case of Type II Dens in Dente by Navin S. Agarwal, Shishir Singh, Padmini Chandrasekhar, Gaurav Kulkarni, Rajesh Podar

“…Dens in dente is a developmental dental anomaly which poses a challenge for the endodontist due to its complex pulpal anatomy. In this case report, a class 2 dens in dente was managed nonsurgically. …”
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