Ramesh Vidyadharan

Dr. Ramesh Vidyadharan

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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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1 August 2025 in Journal of Clinical Medicine
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ABAikaterini Bini
Aikaterini Bini
MNMichael Ndukwe
Michael Ndukwe
CLChristina Lipede
Christina Lipede
RVRamesh Vidyadharan
Ramesh Vidyadharan
YWYvonne Wilson
Yvonne Wilson
AJAndrea Jester
Andrea Jester
Introduction: Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix (BTM) is a new synthetic dermal substitute suitable for wound closure and tissue regeneration. The data in paediatric population remain limited. The study purpose is to review the indications for BTM application in paediatric patients, evaluate the short-term and long-term results, including complications and functional outcomes, as well as to share some unique observations regarding the use of BTM in paediatric population. Patients and Methods: Patients undergoing reconstructive surgery and BTM application during the last three years were included. Data collected included patient demographics, primary diagnosis, previous surgical management, post-operative complications and final outcomes. BTM was used in 32 patients. The indications varied including epidermolysis bullosa (n = 6), burns (n = 4), trauma (n = 7), infection (n = 4), ischemia or necrosis (n = 11). Results: The results were satisfying with acceptable aesthetic and functional outcomes. Complications included haematoma underneath the BTM leading to BTM removal and re-application (n = 1), BTM infection (n = 1) and split-thickness skin graft failure on top of BTM requiring re-grafting (n = 2). Conclusions: BTM can be a good alternative to large skin grafts, locoregional flaps or even free flaps. The big advantages over other dermal substitutes or skin grafts are that BTM is less prone to infection and offers excellent scarring by preserving the normal skin architecture. Specifically in children, BTM might not require grafting, resulting in spontaneous healing with good scarring. In critically ill patients, BTM reduces the operation time and there is no donor site morbidity. BTM should be considered in the reconstructive ladder when discussing defect coverage options in children and young people.

2 July 2025 in Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
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MQMehreen Qureshi
Mehreen Qureshi
FSFebisayo Sidiku
Febisayo Sidiku
RVRamesh Vidyadharan
Ramesh Vidyadharan