Reliability of the Estimation of the Take of Split Thickness Graft by the Observation Method

    January 2020 in “ Modern Plastic Surgery ”
    Kwesi Okumanin Nsaful, A. B. Paintsil, J. C. B. Dakubo, J. Nsaful, K. Appiah-Labi, E. Nartey
    Image of study
    TLDR The traditional method of estimating skin graft success by looking is generally reliable but less so for inexperienced observers and in certain wound conditions.
    In a study conducted from May 2016 to January 2017 involving 72 patients requiring split-thickness skin grafting, it was found that the traditional method of estimating skin graft success (termed as 'take') by observation is generally reliable. The study compared this observational method with the Image J method, a scientific image analysis program, and found no significant difference between the two, except for cellulitic wounds on Day 5 and flap site wounds on Day 14. However, the reliability of the observational method was dependent on the experience of the individuals making the estimation. Factors such as haematoma, shearing movements, inadequate compliance, deficient blood supply, and infection can adversely influence skin graft take. The study concluded that while an objective method like an image analyzer is ideal for estimating graft take, the observational method is also acceptable.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 383 results

      community Hair Transplant results, +1 year later

      in Transplants  810 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair transplant results after 1 year discussed, with mostly positive feedback on density and appearance. User considers another surgery for hairline, but overall improvement noted.

      community Update: 18 months - June ‘22-Jan ‘24

      in Progress Pictures  525 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing an 18-month update on their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly microneedling. They noticed hair regrowth after 3 months and are using a combination spray of finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride

      in Research/Science  263 upvotes 1 week ago
      A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.

    Similar Research

    5 / 1000+ results