42 Lower Extremity Reconstruction
Mark M. Leyngold Abstract This chapter covers the spectrum of issues and challenges involved in the surgical repair of lower extremity wounds and fractures. The goals of treatment are listed…
General Surgery
40 Sternal Reconstruction
R. Brad Nesmith, Zachary T. Young and Adam J. Katz Abstract Sternal reconstruction, as the name implies, is a sternal/chest wall reconstruction made necessary due to infection, oncologic resection, and…
31 Mastopexy
Francesco M. Egro, Edward H. Davidson and Kenneth C. Shestak Abstract This chapter surveys the types of mastopexy and augmentation-mastopexy procedures. Ptosis refers to the descent of the breast due…
37 Tuberous Deformity of the Breast (Breast Implantation Base Constriction)
Manuel R. Vegas and José L. M. del Yerro Abstract This chapter examines tuberous breast deformities. Beginning with etiopathology at patient presentation, the authors guide the reader through each anatomic…
33 Breast Reconstruction with Devices
Daniel F. Haynes Abstract This chapter covers the sensitive area of breast reconstruction following mastectomy. Every consideration to be addressed during patient presentation is listed, and treatment options are detailed….
32 Breast Augmentation
Richard C. Baynosa, Andrew G. Silver, Rachel I. Weber, William A. Zamboni Abstract This chapter deals with the relevant considerations involved in breast implants. Specific data to be gathered during…
39 Gynecomastia
Brandon K. Richland, Emil Kohan, Gregory R.D. Evans Abstract Gynecomastia is an anomaly involving the enlargement of the male breast due to an increase in glandular, stroma, and/or fat tissue….
30 Breast Reduction
Rukmini S. Rednam and Bruce A. Mast Abstract This chapter surveys the anatomy of the breast and covers the matter of breast reduction surgery. The reasons—physical, emotional, reconstructive, aesthetic, etc.—why…
26 Tendon Repair
Brian D. Rinker Abstract This chapter covers the range of issues involved in the remediation of tendon injuries. The advances that have been made in tendon repair and rehabilitation are…
38 Poland Syndrome
Patrick J. Buchanan and Bruce A. Mast Abstract Poland Syndrome is a developmental defect characterized by varying degrees of unilateral pectoralis major aplasia, thoracic skeletal defects, and ipsilateral syndactyly. The…
