Abstract This chapter covers the history and role of radiography, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the evaluation of the craniofacial skeleton in the setting of blunt…
Abstract Patients with facial injuries often have multisystem involvement, and the initial assessment of the trauma patient should be consistent with the ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) protocol. Although traumatic…
Abstract The chapter describes the workup and management of nasal fractures. Contemporary literature related to nasal fractures is reviewed, including anatomy, pathophysiology, radiography, surgical indications, techniques, follow-up care, and potential…
Abstract Reconstruction of soft tissue craniofacial trauma represents a challenging and common problem. The soft tissue structures of the head and neck contain complex 3-dimensional geometry spanning across multiple subunits…
Abstract Frontal sinus and maxillary sinus fractures involving the orbital floor have traditionally been repaired with open approaches. With advances in nasal endoscopy and endoscopic instrumentation, less invasive approaches to…
Abstract The description, diagnosis, and management of skull base cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks has a long, controversial history dating back to the first report of this entity in the 17th…
Abstract For over thirty years, botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs) have been used for therapeutic and cosmetic applications. Of the five formulations of BoNT type A (BoNT-A) available worldwide, three have been…
Abstract Complications in dermatologic surgery range from inconsequential to life-threatening and from unpredictable to entirely avoidable. Bleeding, infection and poor wound healing are of particular concern. Thorough preoperative assessment, careful…
Abstract The venous system of the lower extremities is a complex, interconnected network consisting of large- and small-caliber vessels. Incompetence within this system manifests clinically as visible telangiectasias, reticular veins,…
Abstract Androgenic alopecia can be slowed and sometimes partially reversed with topical and medical treatments. However, the mainstay of correcting androgenic alopecia is with 1–4 hair follicular unit transplantation of…
