OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Journal of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-02-01 to 2025-02-01.)

Article	Citations
Conjoint fascial sheath suspension with levator muscle advancement for severe blepharoptosis	15
Integrating the Fast-Track surgery concept into the surgical treatment of gynecomastia	12
Lymphatic flow through (LyFT) ALT flap: an original solution to reconstruct soft tissue loss with lymphatic leakage or lower limb lymphedema	11
Reverse homodigital dorsoradial flaps for thumb coverage obtained good sensory recovery after a long time follow up	11
Is there any difference in perioperative characteristics or postoperative complications between overweight, normal-weight and obese patients in delayed DIEP reconstructions?	10
Mast cell presence in tendon sheaths of trigger fingers: implications on pathogenesis and clinical presentation	8
Effects of negative pressure wound therapy on an axial congested rabbit skin flap model without any bare surface	8
The association between trauma and paediatric trigger thumb deformity; experience from a single tertiary referral hospital	7
An external validation of a novel predictive algorithm for male nipple areolar positioning: an improvement to current practice through a multicenter endeavor	7
Management of posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) palsies after distal biceps tendon repair using a single incision technique- a conclusive approach to diagnostics and therapy	7
Survival after lymphadenectomy of nodal metastases from melanoma of unknown primary site	7
Progressing arthrosis and a high conversion rate 11 (4–19) years after four corner fusion	7
The measurement of wound tensile strength and the effect of PRP on wound tensile force: an experimental investigation on rabbits	7
Partial trapeziectomy and pyrocarbon interpositional implant (Pyrodisk) for trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis in the active working population: outcomes of a 10 years-experience	7
A comparison of proliferation levels in normal skin, physiological scar and keloid tissue	6
Reverse homodigital dorsal wraparound flap for reconstruction of distal thumb	6
Preliminary outcomes of combined surgical approach for lower extremity lymphedema: supraclavicular lymph node transfer and lymphaticovenular anastomosis	5
Application of the FACE-Q rhinoplasty module in a mixed reconstructive and corrective rhinoplasty population in Finland	5
Adipocytes are larger in lymphedematous extremities than in controls	5
YouTube as a resource for surgical education with a focus on plastic surgery – a systematic review	5
Lunate morphology: association with the severity of scapholunate ligament injuries and carpal instability patterns	5
Daily life one year after corrective osteotomy for malunion of a distal radius fracture an interview study	5
In search for the ‘perfect’ breast implant: are textured implants still indicated in today’s breast augmentation practice?	5
Modified Frailty Index (mFI) predicts 30-day complications after microsurgical breast reconstruction	4
Puboplasty as an integral step in massive weight loss abdominal contouring: a retrospective assessment of results, stability, and patients’ satisfaction	4

Interdisciplinary management of peripheral arteriovenous malformations: review of the literature and current proceedings	4
Danish translation and linguistic validation of new body-Q scales measuring expectations, eating behavior, distress, symptoms and work life	4
Early detection onset of flap failure using near infrared spectroscopy	4
Technique and biomechanical properties of the side-to-side Z-lengthening in spasticity-correcting surgery- a study on porcine tendons	4
The influence of venous system patterns on DIEP flap viability for breast reconstruction	4
Construction and validation of the diagnostic model of keloid based on weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) and differential expression analysis	4
Long-term patient-reported outcomes after anterior distraction osteogenesis of the maxilla in patients with cleft	4
ADM-assisted prepectoral breast reconstruction is not associated with high complication rate as before: a Meta-analysis	4
Can collagenase effectiveness in Dupuytren’s contracture be improved by using ultrasound-guided Injection? A comparative study	4
10-Year single center experience in lower limb reconstruction with free muscle flaps – factors influencing complications in 266 consecutive cases	3
Comparing the outcomes of fingertip-to-palm and fingertip-to-forearm two-stage flexor tendon reconstruction for isolated flexor digitorum profundus tendon injuries	3
Reduction mammoplasty and mastopexy in the previously irradiated breast – a systematic review and meta-analysis	3
Prognostic factors for outcomes of surgical mobilisation in patients with posttraumatic limited range of motion of the proximal interphalangeal joint: a multivariate analysis	3
SESQ, a patient-reported outcome instrument addressing excess skin; report on the updated version and the validation process	3
Comparison of the effectiveness of local anesthesia for the digital block between single-volar subcutaneous and double-dorsal finger injections: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized con	3
Systematic review and meta-analysis of the inter-recti distance on ultrasound measurement in nulliparas	3
How to measure success in lower extremity reconstruction, which outcome measurements do we use a systematic review and metanalysis	3
Electrocardiographic changes after breast reduction surgery	3
Prolonged postoperative antibiotic administration reduces complications after medial thigh lift	3
Outcomes of smooth round implant-based immediate breast reconstruction: Long-term follow-up results	3
Long-term follow-up of patients treated with pyrocarbon disc implant for thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis: the effect of disc position on outcomes measures	3
Trends and characteristics of neurotization during breast reconstruction: perioperative outcomes using the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP)	3
Total wrist fusion versus total wrist prosthesis: a comparative study	2
Editorial	2
Mastectomy is a safe procedure in transgender men with a history of breast reduction	2
Additional diagnoses in children with cleft lip and palate up to five years of age	2
A national registry-based study of surgery and demography comparing internationally adopted and children born in Sweden with cleft lip and/or palate	2
Three-dimensional scanner with a modified evaluation method for measuring hand edema subtitle: an idea for accurate evaluation and preliminary fundamental and clinical validation	2
Human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells prevent glucocorticoid-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head by promoting angiogenesis	2
Autologous fat transplantation for the treatment of abdominal wall scar adhesions after cesarean section	2
The aspect ratio of the palpebral fissure as a new blepharoptosis parameter	2
Arthroscopic three-corner or lunocapitate arthrodesis: technical tips and early outcomes	2
Deep wrist injuries from suicide attempts vs. accidents do not differ regarding sensorimotor outcome, but regarding patient-reported outcome measures	2
Comparative outcomes between surgical treatment and orthosis splint for mallet finger: a systematic review and meta-analysis	2
‘Viewer discretion advised when preparing for surgery’ – why YouTube cannot teach you how to do an upper blepharoplasty. An evaluation of the educational potential of surgical videos on blepharoplasty	2
A 28-year single institution experience with primary skin malignancies in the pediatric population	2
Translation and validation of a Swedish version of the BODY-Q: a patient-reported outcome instrument for weight loss and body contouring surgery	2
Experience of a single center in the treatment of rare malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors during the years 1991–2021	2
Topography of the deep branch of the ulnar nerve between genders: a cadaveric study with potential clinical implications	2
Treatment of painful median nerve neuroma using pedicled vascularized lateral antebrachial cutaneous nerve with adipofascial flap: a cadaveric study and exploration of clinical application	2
Could hyperbaric oxygen be an effective therapy option for pathological scars? A systematic review and meta-analysis	2
Outcomes of perineal wound closure techniques after abdominoperineal resections in rectal cancer: an NSQIP propensity score matched study	2
A pilot retrospective CT angio study of the internal pudendal arteries in male bodies, for the purpose of penis transplantation to trans men	2
Assessment of local tissue water in breasts following breast reconstruction with an expander prosthesis or DIEP flap	2
Pain and numbness one month after carpal tunnel release predict patient-reported outcome measures at sixth months	2
Interosseous-lumbrical adhesions – a rare condition? A series of five cases	1
Innervation of the lumbrical and interosseous muscles in hand: analysis of distribution of nerve fascicles and quantification of their surface projections	1
Clinical effects of resurfacing fingertip amputations in long fingers using homodigital dorsal neurofascial broaden pedicle island flaps	1
Factors affecting cell viability and the yield of adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction	1
Evaluation of quality and educational effect of microsurgery videos on YouTube: a randomized controlled trial	1

Is conservative management of partial zone II flexor tendon laceration possible? A systematic literature review and meta-analysis	1
The impact of regional anesthesia on opioid demand in distal radius fracture surgery	1
Comparıson of the effect of the autogenıc and xenogenıc use of platelet-rıch plasma on rabbıt chondrocutaneous composıte graft survıval	1
ADAM17 regulates the proliferation and extracellular matrix of keloid fibroblasts by mediating the EGFR/ERK signaling pathway	1
Endovascular therapy and free flap transfer in chronic limb-threatening ischemia	1
Loss to follow-up after direct-to-implant breast reconstruction	1
Management of skin graft donor site in pediatric patients with tumescent technique and AQUACEL^® Ag foam dressing	1
How long does it to achieve sagittal realignment of the displaced epiphysis in Salter-Harris type II distal radial fracture when treated by manual reduction?	1
The origins of the camper’s chiasm asymmetry: a cadaveric study and clinical implications for flexor tendons surgery	1
Surgical fixation techniques in four-corner fusion of the wrist: a systematic review of 1103 cases	1
Surgical treatment of macrodactyly of the foot in children	1
The effect of ticagrelor on microarterial thrombosis in an experimental model	1
Management of venous flap insufficiency: the role of low molecular weight heparin in salvage	1
The minimal clinically important difference of the Southampton Dupuytren’s Scoring Scheme	1
A comparison expression analysis of CXCR4, CXCL9 and Caspase-9 in dermal vascular endothelial cells between keloids and normal skin on chemotaxis and apoptosis	1
Validation and reliability testing of the BREAST-Q expectations questionnaire in Swedish	1
Evaluation of the effectiveness of the tuba uterina tubular flap in the peripheral nervous system regeneration in rats	1
Fingertip injury epidemiology: an Indian perspective	1
Validation of the Finnish FACE-Q for use in patients undergoing surgery for functional problems or malignancy	1
Use of acellular dermal matrix in peripheral nerve reconstruction: an experimental study on rat sciatic nerve defect	1
A meta-analysis of union rate after proximal scaphoid fractures: terminology matters	1
St Andrew’s COVID-19 Surgery Safety (StACS) study: Skin cancer	1
Associations of discharge destination and length of stay in lower extremity free flap reconstruction	1
Comparison of vertical and extended vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous flaps. An anatomical study	1
A national needs assessment to identify technical procedures in plastic surgery for simulation-based training	1
An investigation of dynamic ulnar impingement after the Darrach procedure with ultrasonography	1
Single versus dual venous anastomosis in radial forearm free flaps in head and neck reconstruction	1
Reconstructive surgery for sequellae of Mycobacterium ulcerans infection (Buruli ulcer) of the upper limb	1
Immediate tendon transfer for functional reconstruction of a dorsal forearm defect after sarcoma resection	1
Health-related quality of life of children treated for non-syndromic craniosynostosis	1
The clinical significance of magnetic resonance imaging of the hand: an analysis of 318 hand and wrist images referred by hand surgeons	1
Perception of the most perfect female breast shape among Malays, Chinese, and Indians community	1
Does proximal migration of the first metacarpal correlate with remaining pain after trapeziectomy?	1
Rib osteochondral graft for scaphoid proximal pole reconstruction	1
Surgical flap delay to allow primary transabdominal transplantation of extended rectus abdominis myocutaneous flaps in increasingly complex pelvic wound reconstructions	1
Remodelling of the superficial vascular network of skin flaps in rats, following a vasodilatory cream application, before elevation	1
Depressive symptoms before and after abdominoplasty among post-bariatric patients – a cohort study	1
Corset trunkoplasty is able to preserve postoperative abdominal skin sensation in massive weight loss patients	1
Effectiveness of a microsurgery training program using a chicken wing model	1
Comparison of total anastomosis time between four different combinations of suturing and knot tying techniques in microsurgical anastomosis	1