J Hand Ther. 2026 Sep 21:S0894-1130(26)00081-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jht.2026.06.025. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Earthquake-related crush injuries may cause acute compartment syndrome leading to severe muscle and nerve damage, and comprehensive rehabilitation following surgery plays a criti
J Hand Ther. 2026 Sep 21:S0894-1130(26)00063-3. doi: 10.1016/j.jht.2026.06.005. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Infants with brachial plexus birth injury are at risk for posterior glenohumeral joint subluxation due to a complex interaction of impaired longitudinal muscle growth, contractur
J Pediatr Orthop. 2026 Sep 21. doi: 10.1097/BPO.0000000000003490. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Distal tendon graft fixation during 2-stage flexor tendon reconstruction in children remains challenging due to open physes, small phalangeal dimensions, and relatively soft bone. Although sev
Mediastinum. 2026 Sep 8;10:39. doi: 10.21037/med-2026-0022. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Mediastinal tracheostomy (MT) is a rare, technically demanding salvage procedure in which the distal trachea is redirected into the upper mediastinum. It is indicated when extensive resection of the prox
Hand Surg Rehabil. 2026 Sep 19:102805. doi: 10.1016/j.hansur.2026.102805. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTHerpes zoster involving transferred free-flap skin is rare, particularly during the immediate postoperative period. A 49-year-old man underwent release of severe post-burn contracture of the left
Clin Breast Cancer. 2026 Aug 30;26(10):134-146. doi: 10.1016/j.clbc.2026.08.025. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Immediate implant-based breast reconstruction has evolved toward an onco-aesthetic strategy integrating oncologic safety, aesthetic optimization, bilateral balance, and patient-
J Neurooncol. 2026 Sep 19;179(3):91. doi: 10.1007/s11060-026-05811-0.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Spheno-orbital meningiomas (SOMs) are surgically challenging lesions characterized by tumor infiltration and hyperostosis of the sphenoid wing and orbit. Surgical treatment requires tumor resection, drilling of
Case Reports Plast Surg Hand Surg. 2026 Sep 16;13(1):2725408. doi: 10.1080/23320885.2026.2725408. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTCollision tumours are uncommon lesions in which two histologically distinct neoplasms coexist at one anatomical site, creating diagnostic difficulty when one component predomina
Case Reports Plast Surg Hand Surg. 2026 Sep 16;13(1):2732461. doi: 10.1080/23320885.2026.2732461. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTThe deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap is the most popular option in autologous breast reconstruction post-mastectomy. However, extensive prior surgical history, es
Front Bioeng Biotechnol. 2026 Sep 4;14:1901884. doi: 10.3389/fbioe.2026.1901884. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: The use of autologous growth factors, such as those contained in Hypoxia-Preconditioned Serum (HPS) and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), represents a promising strategy to enhance regener
Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2026 Sep 18;146(1):341. doi: 10.1007/s00402-026-06508-9.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: In recent years, evidence-based progressive rehabilitation protocols following the surgical treatment of Achilles tendon rupture have been shown to be safe and appear superior to more restrictive t
Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2026 Sep 18;146(1):340. doi: 10.1007/s00402-026-06511-0.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: The optimal surgical management of geriatric acetabular fractures remains controversial. This study compared short-term outcomes following open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) or acute total hip
Skeletal Radiol. 2026 Sep 18. doi: 10.1007/s00256-026-05363-4. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTWrist pain is highly prevalent in young gymnasts. One of the causes is chronic overuse. Repetitive high-loading of the wrist during training on an immature skeleton affects the developing bony, cartilaginous
J Exp Orthop. 2026 Sep 17;13(3):e70908. doi: 10.1002/jeo2.70908. eCollection 2026 Jul.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate clinical outcomes of combined primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and lateral extra-articular procedures (LEAP) in elite and c
Acta Biomater. 2026 Sep 17:S1742-7061(26)00632-X. doi: 10.1016/j.actbio.2026.09.031. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTAggregation-induced emission luminogens (AIEgens) used for phototheranostics face an inherent trade-off between radiative decay (fluorescence diagnosis) and nonradiative decay (photothe
Tissue Eng Part A. 2026 Sep 17:19373341261488789. doi: 10.1177/19373341261488789. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe integrity of the skin is essential for protecting the body against external threats and maintaining physiological homeostasis. While several clinical strategies exist for epidermal reg
Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2026 Sep 17. doi: 10.1007/s00266-026-06240-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Facial aging results from genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors, leading to wrinkles, volume loss, and contour changes. These alterations affect perceived age, attractiveness, and se
Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2026 Aug 26;14(8):e8054. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000008054. eCollection 2026 Aug.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: There has been a growing interest in transitioning carpal tunnel release procedures to the office setting. We report the final 2-year safety and effectiveness outcomes
Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2026 Aug 26;14(8):e8041. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000008041. eCollection 2026 Aug.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Recurrent upper-extremity compressive neuropathies can lead to persistent sensory and motor dysfunction. Nerve wrapping is used to reduce perineural fibrosis and improv
Front Bioeng Biotechnol. 2026 Sep 2;14:1938458. doi: 10.3389/fbioe.2026.1938458. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTTissue hypoxia represents a major challenge in regenerative medicine because it may impair wound healing and contribute to tissue necrosis and eventually reconstructive failure. To overcome this
Neurosurg Pract. 2026 Jun 1;7(3):e000239. doi: 10.1227/neuprac.0000000000000239. eCollection 2026 Jun.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Deep fascia suturing for skull base reconstruction after extended transsphenoidal surgery (eTSS) remains a technically demanding yet essential step, especially in
Cureus. 2026 Aug 17;18(8):e114658. doi: 10.7759/cureus.114658. eCollection 2026 Aug.ABSTRACTHand injuries involving meat grinders are uncommon and frequently result in severe crush injury requiring amputation or complex reconstruction. This report describes a unique case of intraoperative mechanical
Zhongguo Xiu Fu Chong Jian Wai Ke Za Zhi. 2026 Sep 15;40(9):1359-1363. doi: 10.7507/1002-1892.202604027.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: To investigate the feasibility and effectiveness of using a modified latissimus dorsi musculocutaneous flap for the treatment of upper limb injuries with complex tissue defects
Hand Surg Rehabil. 2026 Sep 16:102803. doi: 10.1016/j.hansur.2026.102803. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: Expendable nerves commonly used in nerve transfer surgery may serve as options for diagnosing peripheral neuropathies, potentially improving outcomes compared to traditional sural nerve b
