In order to evaluate the outcome and complications of Z plasty in pilonidal cyst repair, 90 patients with pilonidal cysts of the natal cleft were selected and repaired by Z-plasty in Al-Zahra hospital. The patients were followed for 6 months and complications such as seroma, infection and relapse were evaluated. The incidence of seroma, infection and relapse after Z-plasty was 12%,3.3% and ...

in order to evaluate the outcome and complications of z plasty in pilonidal cyst repair, 90 patients with pilonidal cysts of the natal cleft were selected and repaired by z-plasty in al-zahra hospital. the patients were followed for 6 months and complications such as seroma, infection and relapse were evaluated. the incidence of seroma, infection and relapse after z-plasty was 12%,3.3% and 3.6%...

The Z-plasty and its variations are techniques commonly performed in plastic surgery. However, there are few descriptions and comparisons of the various types of Z-plasty. This article examines the mechanics of the Z-plasty and its variations. Understanding the geometry of the different variations will allow selection of the most appropriate Z-plasty for contracture release.

We studied 11 patients with checkrein deformities of the hallux who underwent surgical treatment. Six had lengthening of the flexor hallucis longus tendon by Z-plasty in the midfoot, and five underwent release of adhesions and lengthening of the tendon by Z-plasty at the musculotendinous junction at the fracture site. All six patients who underwent Z-plasty at the midfoot showed complete correc...

BACKGROUND Cryptotia correction by V-Y advancement of a temporal triangular flap was introduced in 2005. However, despite the several advantages of V-Y advancement, visible scars at the donor site are problematic. As a result, a Z-plasty technique was considered for skin deficiency in mild cases. Therefore, we introduce a new surgical scheme for cryptotia correction based on considerations of t...

The most difficult problems that follow surgery for pilonidal disease are persistent unhealed midline wound and recurrence. Various innovations were proposed to deal with these problems. The adipocutaneous flap of Karydakis was devised to shift the natal cleft, while Z-plasty involves fasciocutaneous flap. The present prospective randomized trial was conducted on 50 cases of symptomatic or recu...

Z-plasty is a plastic surgery technique which is used to improve the functional and cosmetic appearance of a scar by redirecting it into better alignment and allowing the closure of a large wound by increasing circumference of its orifices. This experimental study was executed to evaluate the extent of relaxation of contracted scar, cosmetic appearance and tip necrosis in dogs by using Z-plasty...

background: carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common focal mono-neuropathy. a study was designed to compare the effects of traditional open carpal tunnel release with median neurolysis and z-plasty reconstruction of the transverse carpal ligament on post-operative hand pain and hand function in patients with idiopathic carpal tunnel syndrome.   methods: fifty-two patients with idiopathic carpa...

BACKGROUND One consistent and undesired sequela resulting from scalp reductions has been the "slot" or "trough" defect, referring to the scar following the final reduction. Attempts to correct this have not been entirely satisfactory. OBJECTIVE To present an approach to minimize the "slot" defect that consists of staged modified paramedian scalp reductions combined with a large posterior Z-pl...

linear and cord-like burn scar contractures are commonly treated by severing the scar in a transverse direction and skin grafting or performing z-plasties. however, skin grafts may result in suboptimal take and contract gradually and the z-plasty requires undermining flaps in scarred skin which may lead to the distal tip necrosis. in this article the authors present their experience with multip...