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Lip replantation using an arterialized-venous anastomosis: A Case Report
Russell Hendrick, MD
Pankaj Tiwari, MD
Ohio State University Medical Center
2012-02-01
Presenter: Russell Hendrick, MD
Affidavit:
I certify that the material proposed for presentation has not been published in any scientific journal or presented at a major meeting. I attest that all of the above work represents the original work of the resident.
Director Name: Gregory Pearson
Author Category: Chief Resident Plastic Surgery
Presentation Category: Clinical
Abstract Category: General Reconstruction
How does this presentation meet the established conference educational objectives?
1. Conference participants will be able to demonstrate knowledge of acceptable techniques of lip replantation after traumatic injury.
2. Participants will learn that an arterialized-venous flap is a viable option for lip replantation.
How will your presentation be used by practicing physicians in the audience?
Participants will use this presentation as a learning tool in recognizing the multiple options of lip replantation after traumatic injury.
The proposed abstract will discuss current techniques in lip replantation after traumatic amputation/avulsion. In addition, participants will learn of a case of a 7 year old female patient who successfully underwent lip replantation of her upper lip using an arterialized-venous anastomosis with leech therapy.
