2021
Sex, Race, Insurance, and Pain: Do Patient Sociodemographics Influence Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions Among Hand Surgeons?
Peck CJ, Carney M, Chiu A, Park KE, Prassinos A, Allam O, Thomson JG, Prsic A. Sex, Race, Insurance, and Pain: Do Patient Sociodemographics Influence Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions Among Hand Surgeons? Hand 2021, 17: 1133-1138. PMID: 33682465, PMCID: PMC9608288, DOI: 10.1177/1558944721998020.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPostoperative opioid prescriptionsHand surgeonsOpioid prescriptionsPatient sociodemographicsChronic painSingle academic medical centerNumerous sociodemographic factorsPostoperative pain managementUndertreatment of painCertain patient populationsEvidence-based guidelinesCarpal tunnel releaseAcademic medical centerType of procedureAverage morphinePain managementBlack patientsPatient populationPrescription practicesHand surgeryRetrospective analysisMedical CenterType of insuranceSociodemographic factorsPain
2018
The Hand Surgeon Consultation Improves Patient Knowledge in a Hand Surgery Mission to Honduras
Walker ME, Chuang C, Moores CR, Webb ML, Buonocore SD, Thomson J. The Hand Surgeon Consultation Improves Patient Knowledge in a Hand Surgery Mission to Honduras. The Journal Of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 2018, 23: 11-17. PMID: 29409417, DOI: 10.1142/s2424835518500017.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSurgeon consultationSurgical riskFellowship-trained hand surgeonsSurgical missionsHand surgery practiceStandard of careInformed consent processPatient knowledgePatients' perceptionsPatient retentionHand surgeonsPatient educationHigh-income countriesNew patientsSurgery practicePatientsDiagnosisHand practiceIndividual diagnosisConsent processScore increaseConsultationHand centerRiskCommunication difficulties
2017
A prospective, randomized-controlled pilot study comparing closed suction versus negative pressure drains for panniculectomy patients
Walker ME, Tsay C, Broer PN, Zhu VZ, Sturrock T, Ng R, Scoutt LM, Thomson JG, Kwei SL. A prospective, randomized-controlled pilot study comparing closed suction versus negative pressure drains for panniculectomy patients. Journal Of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery 2017, 71: 438-439. PMID: 29289501, DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2017.11.013.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2016
Decision-making and Management of Ulnar Polydactyly of the Newborn: Outcomes and Satisfaction
Samra S, Bourne D, Beckett J, Matthew M, Thomson JG. Decision-making and Management of Ulnar Polydactyly of the Newborn: Outcomes and Satisfaction. The Journal Of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 2016, 21: 313-320. PMID: 27595947, DOI: 10.1142/s2424835516500272.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsLocal anesthesiaSatisfaction scoresInitial treatment decisionsUlnar polydactylyParents of newbornsMonths of ageCongenital hand deformitiesType of deformityPost-axial polydactylySurgical complicationsNonrandomized trialsGeneral anesthesiaHand deformitiesMajority of parentsResidual deformityTreatment optionsImmediate excisionHand surgeonsTreatment decisionsSuture ligaturesOptimal managementDeformityExcisionAnesthesiaNewborns
2015
Aesthetic Breast Shape Preferences Among Plastic Surgeons
Broer PN, Juran S, Walker ME, Ng R, Weichman K, Tanna N, Liu YJ, Shah A, Patel A, Persing JA, Thomson JG. Aesthetic Breast Shape Preferences Among Plastic Surgeons. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2015, 74: 639-644. PMID: 24691316, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000000001.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsShape preferencesEthnic backgroundCountry of residenceDifferent countriesInteractive online surveyCultural differencesModifiable rangesCultural backgroundGlobal environmentLittle discussionCountriesModel breastDigital alterationOnline surveyInternational variabilityPreferencesAreola sizeMultiple languagesDiscussionBackgroundResidenceAn exceptional case of xanthomatous infiltration of the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems
Song JW, Ersahin D, Much MA, Thomson JG, Smitaman E. An exceptional case of xanthomatous infiltration of the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems. Skeletal Radiology 2015, 44: 1181-1187. PMID: 25690426, DOI: 10.1007/s00256-015-2116-6.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsMultifocal systemic diseaseHigh-risk markersTendon involvementXanthomatous depositsXanthomatous infiltrationPrimary hyperlipidemiaDietary modificationPremature atherosclerosisSystemic diseaseDrug therapyRisk markersAnkle tendonsEarly recognitionTuberous xanthomasCardiovascular diseaseCholesterol depositionExtensor tendonsPlantar aponeurosisXanthomasHistologic correlationSubcutaneous xanthomasIntegumentary systemTendonDiseaseDiagnosis
2011
Ideal Anthropomorphic Values of the Female Breast
Liu YJ, Thomson JG. Ideal Anthropomorphic Values of the Female Breast. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2011, 67: 7-11. PMID: 21301308, DOI: 10.1097/sap.0b013e3181f77ab5.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsBreast surgery patientsReconstructive patientsCosmetic patientsPlastic surgeonsSurgery patientsAnthropomorphic measurementsFemale breastInframammary fold distanceBreast surgeryPostoperative asymmetrySternal notchPatientsFemale volunteersNipple distanceOperative planningInsufficient cleavageBreastFold distanceSurgeonsComputerized surveySevere asymmetryPrevious studiesSurgeryNipple
2010
Mild Intraoperative Hypothermia Reduces Free Tissue Transfer Thrombosis
Liu Y, Hirsch B, Shah A, Reid M, Thomson J. Mild Intraoperative Hypothermia Reduces Free Tissue Transfer Thrombosis. Journal Of Reconstructive Microsurgery 2010, 27: 121-126. PMID: 20981640, DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1268211.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdolescentAdultAgedAged, 80 and overBody TemperatureChildChild, PreschoolCohort StudiesFemaleFollow-Up StudiesFree Tissue FlapsGraft RejectionGraft SurvivalHumansHypothermiaLogistic ModelsMaleMiddle AgedMonitoring, IntraoperativeMultivariate AnalysisPlastic Surgery ProceduresPostoperative ComplicationsPredictive Value of TestsRetrospective StudiesThrombosisTime FactorsTreatment OutcomeYoung AdultConceptsFree flap thrombosisFlap thrombosisIntraoperative temperatureThrombosis rateIntraoperative core body temperatureYale-New Haven HospitalMaximum intraoperative temperatureComplete flap necrosisFree flap patientsFree flap reconstructionLogistic regression analysisLower thrombosis rateMild intraoperative hypothermiaFree tissue transferCore body temperatureVenous thrombosisFlap patientsIntraoperative hypothermiaFlap necrosisFlap reconstructionThrombosisTissue transferPatientsSignificant predictorsBody temperature
2009
Surface Area Measurement of the Female Breast: Phase I. Validation of a Novel Optical Technique
Thomson JG, Liu YJ, Restifo RJ, Rinker BD, Reis A. Surface Area Measurement of the Female Breast: Phase I. Validation of a Novel Optical Technique. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2009, 123: 1588-1596. PMID: 19407633, DOI: 10.1097/prs.0b013e3181a076ad.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2008
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Associated with the Use of Aromatase Inhibitors in Breast Cancer
Nishihori T, Choi J, DiGiovanna MP, Thomson JG, Kohler PC, McGurn J, Chung GG. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Associated with the Use of Aromatase Inhibitors in Breast Cancer. Clinical Breast Cancer 2008, 8: 362-365. PMID: 18757265, DOI: 10.3816/cbc.2008.n.043.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCarpal tunnel syndromeAromatase inhibitorsBreast cancerHormone receptor-positive breast cancerCarpal Tunnel Syndrome AssociatedCommon nerve entrapment disorderReceptor-positive breast cancerOccurrence of CTSAdjuvant AI therapyJoint-related symptomsNerve entrapment syndromePotential pathophysiologic roleAdjuvant settingAI therapyHormonal therapyEntrapment syndromePostmenopausal womenPeripheral conversionSyndrome AssociatedMedian nerveTunnel syndromeRisk factorsHormonal manipulationPathophysiologic roleClinical significance
2003
Differences in Breast Shape Preferences between Plastic Surgeons and Patients Seeking Breast Augmentation
Hsia HC, Thomson JG. Differences in Breast Shape Preferences between Plastic Surgeons and Patients Seeking Breast Augmentation. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 2003, 112: 312-320. PMID: 12832909, DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000066365.12348.a7.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMicroarray Gene Analysis and Expression Profiles of Dupuytren’s Contracture
Pan D, Watson HK, Swigart C, Thomson JG, Honig SC, Narayan D. Microarray Gene Analysis and Expression Profiles of Dupuytren’s Contracture. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 2003, 50: 618-622. PMID: 12783014, DOI: 10.1097/01.sap.0000069066.35253.b3.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchAgedBase SequenceCohort StudiesDNA PrimersDupuytren ContractureFemaleGene Expression RegulationGenetic Predisposition to DiseaseHumansMaleMiddle AgedMolecular Sequence DataOligonucleotide Array Sequence AnalysisReverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain ReactionSampling StudiesSensitivity and Specificity
2000
Long-Term Outcome of Embolotherapy and Surgery for High-Flow Extremity Arteriovenous Malformations
White R, Pollak J, Persing J, Henderson K, Thomson J, Burdge C. Long-Term Outcome of Embolotherapy and Surgery for High-Flow Extremity Arteriovenous Malformations. Journal Of Vascular And Interventional Radiology 2000, 11: 1285-1295. PMID: 11099238, DOI: 10.1016/s1051-0443(07)61302-5.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsHigh-flow arteriovenous malformationsSuccessful embolotherapyArteriovenous malformationsExcellent long-term palliationExtremity arteriovenous malformationLong-term palliationRecurrence of symptomsLong-term efficacyMaximum painSurgical resectionSymptomatic improvementAffected handConsecutive patientsNerve blockSurgical cutdownDiffuse involvementTerm outcomesBony erosionFemoral arteryUpper extremitySkin graftsPatientsEmbolotherapy proceduresEmbolotherapyPain
1999
Patient satisfaction and outcomes of surgery for de Quervain's tenosynovitis
Ta K, Eidelman D, Thomson J. Patient satisfaction and outcomes of surgery for de Quervain's tenosynovitis. The Journal Of Hand Surgery 1999, 24: 1071-1077. PMID: 10509287, DOI: 10.1053/jhsu.1999.1071.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsDe Quervain's tenosynovitisQuervain's tenosynovitisPatient satisfactionPatient dissatisfactionRadial sensory nerve injurySensory nerve injuryOutcome of surgeryPercentage of patientsLong-term complicationsLong-term resultsLonger durationDefinitive therapyPostoperative complicationsScar tendernessChart reviewNerve injuryOutpatient examinationConsecutive patientsRetrospective studySurgical interventionCure rateTenosynovitisSurgeryPatientsComplications
1998
The Preconditioned TRAM Flap: Preliminary Clinical Experience
Restifo R, Thomson J. The Preconditioned TRAM Flap: Preliminary Clinical Experience. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 41: 343-347. PMID: 9788213, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199810000-00001.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsTRAM flapFat necrosisIschemic preconditioningMusculocutaneous flapPartial flap failure rateTransverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flapAcute ischemic preconditioningHigh-risk patientsLow-risk patientsRectus abdominis musculocutaneous flapFlap failure rateHigh-risk groupPartial flap lossPreliminary clinical experienceObese patientsFree TRAMClinical efficacyFlap lossClinical experiencePatientsClinical situationsPreliminary experienceFlapUnderserved areasNecrosisComparison of the Effects of Ischemic Preconditioning and Surgical Delay on Pedicled Musculocutaneous Flap Survival in a Rat Model
Zahir K, Syed S, Zink J, Restifo R, Thomson J. Comparison of the Effects of Ischemic Preconditioning and Surgical Delay on Pedicled Musculocutaneous Flap Survival in a Rat Model. Annals Of Plastic Surgery 1998, 40: 422-429. PMID: 9555999, DOI: 10.1097/00000637-199804000-00017.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsEffects of IPCSurgical delayIschemic preconditioningMusculocutaneous flapFlap survivalRat modelMale Sprague-Dawley ratsTransverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous flapFifth postoperative dayRectus abdominis musculocutaneous flapSprague-Dawley ratsSame operative sessionMusculocutaneous flap modelPedicled musculocutaneous flapT-testStudent's t-testPostoperative daySimilar efficacyTRAM flapIP groupSurgical proceduresFlap elevationOperative sessionFlap viabilityFlap model
1996
The Extended Lateral Arm Free Flap for Head and Neck Reconstruction
Ross D, Thomson J, Restifo R, Tarro J, Sasaki C. The Extended Lateral Arm Free Flap for Head and Neck Reconstruction. The Laryngoscope 1996, 106: 14-18. PMID: 8544621, DOI: 10.1097/00005537-199601000-00004.Peer-Reviewed Original Research