Biomedical subjects

K Chekaroua

Publications and source records attributed to K Chekaroua.

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PubMed2006

[Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma: aggressive radical resection and cervical reconstruction. A case report].

STUDY AIM: Anaplastic carcinoma of the thyroid is a rare but highly malignant tumor. The goal of this study was to present the case of a patient who underwent a multimodal treatment and to analyze prognosis factors. PATIENT AND METHODS: We present the case of a patient treated in 1996 for an anaplasic thyroid carcinoma with cervical cutaneous invasion. The initial surgical procedure was a total thyroidectomy extended to the anterior cervical skin associated to bilateral neck dissection. The patient underwent a differed reconstruction with musculocutaneous latissimus dorsi flap. Management was then supplemented by radiotherapy and chemotherapy. RESULTS: This patient is free of tumor 9 years after this multimodal management. She does not present any functionary sequela and plastic results of the reconstruction is considered as very satisfactory. CONCLUSION: Anaplastic carcinoma is one of more aggressive neoplasm affecting humans. This case report suggests that multimodality therapy, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy may offer hope for long-term survival. A musculocutaneous latissimus dorsi flap is a reliable solution to cover this large cervical defect.

Carcinoma↗

PubMed2005

[Radiological evaluation of breasts reconstructed with lipomodeling].

We have been using the lipomodeling technique since 1999 in order to improve the form and the volume of the breasts reconstructed with latissimus dorsi flap. During several recent years this technique has known a considerable development and its results are quite attractive. At the same time, the breast imaging remains to be a fundamental mean of cancer control. The knowledge of radiological manifestations of the implanted fat tissue is very important. The aim of this study was to evaluate the imaging aspects of lipomodeling in breasts reconstructed with latissimus dorsi flap, using three types of explorations: ultrasound, radiological mammography and MRI. A total of 30 patients were included into the study with average age of 51 years. All of these patients underwent a breast reconstruction using a latissimus dorsi flap with lipomodeling, which average volume reached 165 cc. Four of the patient had a bilateral breast reconstruction. Three modes of imaging (ultrasound, mammography and MRI) were performed a year after the surgery. In 20 patients the imaging findings proved to be normal (in total 34 breasts). An image of fat tissue was revealed in 14 cases and some benign microcalcifications were found in 4 patients. A suspicious tissular image was discovered in one patient, who later underwent a biopsy. The result was a benign giant cell granuloma. In conclusion, the lipomodeling technique does not affect the postoperative follow-up of the patients with breast cancer and an imaging controlled biopsy is possible in case of any doubt. At present, some additional studies are underway evaluating the fat tissue transplants in normal breasts, in order to widen its indications in the plastic breast surgery.

Adipose Tissue↗

PubMed2005

[How to improve breast implant reconstructions?].

Prosthetic breast reconstruction is a simple procedure that has become a standard of care for breast reconstruction. The technique generally provides satisfactory results, although minor defaults requiring further correction may sometimes be detected. The present study is a systematic review of prosthetic breast reconstruction defaults, which we have classified in different categories: shape too round, disruption of inframammary fold, excessive firmness, wrinkling and rippling, and localized imperfections. Based on this analysis of physical signs, we propose surgical solutions adapted to the needs of each patient. Reconstruction with abdominal advancement flap an intrapectoral fat graft (lipomodeling) appear to be among the most significant current advances of prosthetic breast surgery. The skillful analysis of prosthetic reconstruction defaults will make it possible to contribute to enhancing the quality of prosthesis reconstruction, whereas improving both aesthetic outcome and patient satisfaction.

Breast↗

PubMed2005

[Breast augmentation by implants: a review of surgical practices. A study among French plastic surgeons].

In the framework of the 2005 report on mammary implants prepared by the Société française de chirurgie plastique reconstructrice et esthétique (SOF.CPRE), we conducted a survey among french plastic surgeons involved in the field. We elaborated a questionnaire that we distributed twice to the 600 members of the society; a total of 261 responded. Analysis of the data collected provides information on the socioprofessional characteristics of the responding surgeons, and on the devices, products and techniques they use. Finally, the survey has permitted to identify their qualitative perception of breast implant products currently available. Ranking these items by order of frequency provides a snapshot of the current procedures and practices in use for breast augmentation surgery in France.

Adult↗

PubMed2005

[Postoperative complications after breast implantation].

Augmentation mammoplasty is one of the most popular and frequently performed aesthetic operations. The implants are not, however, without complications; and many have been reported in order to this surgical procedure: hematoma, infection, seroma, capsular contracture, rupture ... Current surgical practices and modern implants used for breast augmentation produce fewer complications than procedures and devices of the past. The aim of this work is to index most common post operative breast complications. The prevention and the treatment procedure of these complications are also reported. A good knowledge of all these points seems to be essential to improve the quality of the final results and patients satisfaction.

Breast↗

PubMed2005

[From the body to the breast: social and narcissistic stake].

The man, in a general meaning, possess a body, which he invests in the course of his existence. Some parts of this body have an unusual prestige in his form, his function and especially in his representation. The breast, in particular, combines these characteristics to be in the center of interests and investments. The history of the techniques to embellish this one, in the course of the century and in the cultures, shows this. Beyond of theses techniques, we will present especially the stakes around the body and the breast. Stakes, as we will see, social as much as individual, which we find in the social dynamic of our contemporary world and in the expression, the take care of the psychic sufferings.

Breast↗

PubMed2005

[Evolution of sebaceous hamartoma: prospective pathologic study illustrated with a voluminous ear location].

After an exeresis of a sebaceous hamartoma of retroauricular area, histologic examination showed a trichoblastoma mimicking a basal cell carcinoma. So we realized a retrospective study with histologic examination of 24 cases of basal cell carcinoma after hamartoma. On 24 cases, 19 were not basal cell carcinoma, but trichoblastoma. So the study goes in the same direction of the world literature: hamartoma have a minimal risk of basal cell carcinoma transformation. Exeresis is indicated because of the risk of evolution to a hypertrophic tumour.

Basal Cell Carcinoma↗

PubMed2005

[3 D evaluation and breast plastic surgery: preliminary study].

Due to the development of the invasive technique of digital exam, the three-dimensional results are more and more precise, spectacular and helpful. The 3D surfacic model is for a medical approach and non invasive. Early in 2003, we have started a patient evaluation before and after surgery. The most common surgical techniques from the breast reconstruction to the breast augmentation and the lipomodeling have been analyzed. This preliminary study has shown objectively some surgical rules and volumetric results. Those results are the elements of the future development of the 3D surfacic model in plastic surgery.

Breast↗

PubMed2002

[Rhinoplasty in the immediate assumption of responsibility of nasal burns. Technical note and report of two cases].

We report the use of a traditional technique of rhinoplasty in the immediate assumption of responsibility of deep burn of the nasal edge which cannot be grafted. The limit of the realization of this gesture lies in the fact that it must exist nasal morphological characteristics at the patient. The two cases presented had an hypertrophic nose with osseous and/or cartilaginous bump. The reduction height of the osseo-cartilaginous frame allows closing the defect without cutaneous tension. One carries out a true excision-joining of the burn of the nasal dorsum. We note at one year of retreat, the discretion of the scar located on the centre line of the nose, the absence of after-effects as well as the cosmetic satisfaction of the patients with respect to the modifications morphological their noses.

Adult↗