Synopsis ■ Nerve injuries are often devastating, with associated pain and impaired function. ■ Motor nerve injuries must be managed expeditiously, because regenerating axons must reach target muscle prior to…

Synopsis ■ Reconstruction of the soft tissues of the back at first may seem to be a daunting task compounded by large wounds, unfamiliar and segmental anatomy, radiation, hardware, and…

Synopsis Unilateral lip repair Principles of unilateral cleft lip repair ▪ Presurgical nasoalveolar molding. ▪ Modification of surgical techniques. ▪ Mohler rotation incision. ▪ Mucosal flaps for nasal floor reconstruction,…

Synopsis ■ The reconstructive surgery for the lower extremity has evolved from a staged approach to proving best solutions for functional and cosmetic outcome. ■ This chapter covers the classical…

Synopsis ▪ Age-related changes occur in all layers of the face, including skin, superficial fat, SMAS, deep fat, and bone. ▪ Patients presenting for facial rejuvenation surgery are usually middle-aged…

Synopsis ▪ Macromastia, or mammary hypertrophy, is a disease process which can result in physical and psychological symptoms. ▪ Macromastia symptoms rarely improve without surgical intervention, which typically results in…

Synopsis ▪ Rigid chest wall support may be achieved with mesh, acellular dermal matrix, or autogenous material such as tensor fascia lata (TFL). Of these, alloplastic mesh is most prone…

Synopsis ▪ Always consider the defect when planning a flap. ▪ Assess availability and laxity of local tissue. ▪ Rob Peter to pay Paul but only if Peter can afford…