Question 1

i am looking for correction of shortened flail toe from previous hammertoe surgery.  digital lengthening with one stage autologous bone graft?

Accepted Answer

Homework.: There are several ways to go depending on your specific post-operative condition. Bone grafting, small digital implants or spacers, just to mention a few. You should be aware that the chances of having a normal functioning toe are limited at best. Having multiple opinions is definitely the way to be informed before you commit.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: autologous?

Accepted Answer

Autologous: Autologous means derived from your own body rather than from another person/donor.  Often used to mean using your own red blood cells for transfusions after elective surgery or using your own stem cells for a stem cell transplant.

Question 3

what is the medical definition of graft-versus-host disease?

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GVHD: occurs when bone marrow stem cells and/or immune cells have been engrafted from one individual into another. Except in identical twins, differences in cellular antigens cause engrafted cells to react against the host tissues and cause an inflammatory injury. Acutely, symptoms may affect the skin, liver, or gut; whereas chronic GVHD may affect the eyes, mouth, fascia, and lungs.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: gum graft?

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Grafting: Grafts are usually performed in the areas where "attached gingiva" is missing. Attached gingiva has a pale color and it is about 5 mm in width. Attached gingiva is essential for the periodontal health. The grafts can be obtained from the roof of the mouth.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: skin graft?

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Skin coverage graft: A skin graft is surgically placed piece of skin that is used to cover a wound.  It can be a full thickness piece of skin, or a split thickness skin graft, meaning not all layers of the dermis are included.  They each have different characteristics, and may be used on different parts of the body.  Skin grafts are often used for treatment of burns, traumatic injuries, or reconstruction.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: coronary artery bypass graft?

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Bypass : Going around a blocked vessel to bring blood and nutrients to distal areas to blocked vessels 
that is not getting oxygen.

Question 7

what is an alloderm graft?

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Synthetic graft.: Graft that is used to augment soft tissue or periodontal tissue in the mouth.

Question 8

anyone know about skin grafts?

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Sure, lots.: Next question? Seriously, it depends what you want to know. A piece of skin is taken from a "donor" area and grafted onto the treatment area, usually when skin can't be stretched enough to close a wound primarily. They are also used to treat severe burns, where lots of skin area has been destroyed. Grafting should only be done by someone with special training and expertise.

Question 9

could nerve grafts restore potency?

Accepted Answer

Good thought: So far, no progress in this category, but a good idea.

Question 10

how long after skin grafts can i heal?

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At least 3 weeks: It takes at least 3 weeks and closer to 3 months for skin grafts to achieve significant adherence to minimize the risk of shear or stress forces on the donor site and recipient sites. This may also be influenced by the thickness of the graft as well as the location of the graft. For exampe longer periods may be advised for the sole of the foot -.

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