Plastic Surgery Key

3Nose Evan Stiegel and John Zitelli Abstract Mastering nasal reconstruction requires a thorough understanding of nasal anatomy, flap dynamics, and proficiency with repair options depending on defect location, skin type…

11Combination Reconstruction Stanislav N. Tolkachjov Abstract Reconstructive surgery blends the knowledge of proper techniques, a framework of when these techniques should be used, execution, foresight of the healing process, as…

4Forehead and Temple Reconstruction Joseph F. Sobanko, Ashwin Agarwal, and Christopher J. Miller Abstract The forehead and temple are upper facial subunits readily visible to onlookers. Disruption of brow position…

1Mohs Micrographic Surgery Abstract The two major goals of Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) are to provide the highest possible cure rate for the treatment of cutaneous malignancies while also ensuring…

7Auricular Reconstruction David G. Brodland and Molly Powers Abstract This chapter focuses on preservation of the symmetrical projection of the ear (which is the top aesthetic concern in auricular reconstruction,…

5Scalp David Zloty, Iren Kossintseva, and Victoria Godinez-Puig Abstract Scalp reconstruction is commonly required after Mohs surgery. Creative use of a broad range of reconstruction options rewards both physician and…

2Facial Subunit Reconstructive Principles and General Considerations Christopher J. Miller, Joseph F. Sobanko, Nicole Howe, Thuzar Shin, Jeremy R. Etzkorn, and H. William Higgins II Abstract Adhering to fundamental principles…

6Cheek Jonathan Cappel Abstract The cheek is a common site of Mohs surgery and subsequent reconstruction. It is a large subunit with complex topography that borders many other facial subunits….

12Perioperative Management and Wound Care Jason R. Castillo, Jennifer L. Hanson, and Randall K. Roenigk Abstract Structured perioperative management and wound care is essential to successful surgical outcomes during Mohs…

9Chin Reconstruction Christopher B. Harmon and Randall Proctor Abstract The chin is a midline cosmetic subunit in which cutaneous malignancies are common. Mohs micrographic surgery provides the highest cure rates…