Neck Lift

May 23, 2021 by in General Surgery Comments Off on Neck Lift

Acknowledgment All photographs, illustrations, descriptions, and text contained in this chapter are property of the Marten Clinic of Plastic Surgery, San Francisco, CA, and are used with permission. For video…

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Forehead Lift

May 23, 2021 by in General Surgery Comments Off on Forehead Lift

Introduction The first forehead lift procedures were performed using an “open” technique in which long incisions on the scalp or along the frontal hairline were made, a forehead flap was…

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Lower Eyelid and Midcheek Rejuvenation

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For videos accompanying this chapter see ExpertConsult.com . See inside cover for access details. Introduction The lower eyelid and midcheek are areas that patients commonly present with, usually with the…

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Abdominoplasty and Body Contouring

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Anatomy An excellent knowledge of the entire anatomy of the lower trunk and extremities is essential for esthetic and reconstructive skin-tightening procedures. In addition to knowledge of the main perforating…

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Nerve Compression

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For videos accompanying this chapter see ExpertConsult.com . See inside cover for access details. Nerve compression syndromes are a common clinical presentation in plastic surgery practice. The upper extremity is…

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Upper Eyelid Rejuvenation

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For videos accompanying this chapter see ExpertConsult.com . See inside cover for access details. Introduction The human mind instinctively examines another’s eyes before any other facial feature. Trustworthiness, aggression, and…

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Osteoarthritis and Prosthetic Joints in the Hand

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Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common debilitating joint disorder worldwide, and its prevalence is likely to increase as life expectancy increases, creating a substantial economic burden. Risk factors such…

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Fractures and Dislocations in the Hand

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Introduction “Many handis make light warke ” John Heywood (1497–1580) Hand surgery is always teamwork between the surgeon, the patient, and the therapist. One cannot get a successful outcome without…

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Lesions of the Hand

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Introduction Masses of the upper extremity are among the most common reasons for referral to a hand surgeon, with ganglions alone representing the second most frequent cause of referral. The…

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