Histomorphologic Study on the Fate of Autogenous Fascial Graft of the Rabbit under Various Conditions.

Hong, Jin Joo; Park, Yang Soo; Lee, Yoon Ho

Original Article

Journal of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons 1999;26(5):1020-1026.
Published online September 1, 1999.

Histomorphologic Study on the Fate of Autogenous Fascial Graft of the Rabbit under Various Conditions.

Jin Joo Hong, Yang Soo Park, Yoon Ho Lee

Abstract

The autogenous fascia graft has been used for various surgical purposes because it has good durability, a gliding capacity, elasticity and a high survival rate. However, few studies have reported histological changes of the graft in various situations. This study attempted to determine histomorphologic changes after autogenous fascia graft in various surgical conditions. The results revealed were as follows: 1. The tension applied to grafts plays the key role in the survival rate of autogenous fascia grafts. 2. Rolling the fascia reduced the volume and weight after autogenous graft due to fibrosis and central fatty degeneration. 3. Autogenous fascia graft covering silicone blocks showed its fascial structure and reduction of the formation of fibrous capsule around the silicone.