Objective To introduce and evaluate an improved technique of vertical mammaplasty for correction of severe breast ptosis. Methods Vertical mammaplasty that was first reported by Ma-deleine Lejour in Brussels is a technique that uses adjustable markings, an upper pedicle for the areola, and a central breast reduction with lower skin undermining. To shorten vertical scar, it was important to locate new nipple position and move up new inframammary fold. The shape of the breast was crea-ted by suturing the gland and did not rely on the skin. No scar was produced in submammary fold. Re-sults 36 cases were treated with vertical mammaplasty in our department since August 1999. The shape of the new breast was satisfactory in all patients after 3-24 months following-up. Areora necro-sis was not found in all the cases. Conclusion The vertical mammaplasty is an optical technique for correction of severe breast ptosis, Stable results are produced because the gland is strongly sutured.

Objective To observe the effect of Acupoint Thread Embedding on the motor function of children with cerebral palsy. Methods90 children with cerebral palsy were divided into 2 groups by the visiting time and gender: the observation group accepted AcupointThread Embedding and comprehensive rehabilitation while the control group accepted comprehensive rehabilitation only. They were assessedwith Gross Motor Function Measure before and 3 months after treatment. Results The incidence of efficiency was 95% in the observationgroup and 80% in the control group (P<0.01). The score of Gross Motor Function Measure was higher in the observation group thanin the control group (P<0.01). Conclusion Acupoint Thread Embedding can promote the motor functional recovery of children with cerebralpalsy.