16 Nevi and Vascular Malformations

Feb 21, 2021 by in General Surgery Comments Off on 16 Nevi and Vascular Malformations

Christopher J.M. Brooks Abstract This chapter discusses the salient considerations involved in determining the status and treatment of nevi (moles) and vascular malformations. The ABCDE criteria for screening nevi and…

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15 Ear Reconstruction and Otoplasty

Feb 21, 2021 by in General Surgery Comments Off on 15 Ear Reconstruction and Otoplasty

Stephanie Suprenant, Rustin Sanchez, Timothy W. King Abstract This chapter examines the anatomy of the ear and suggests treatment options when there are significant variations or deformities in development, size,…

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14 Craniosynostosis

Feb 21, 2021 by in General Surgery Comments Off on 14 Craniosynostosis

Jessica A. Ching and John H. Phillips Abstract Craniosynostosis refers to the premature fusion of one or more cranial sutures. This often results in characteristic cranial distortions in infancy that…

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12 Cleft Lip Deformity

Feb 21, 2021 by in General Surgery Comments Off on 12 Cleft Lip Deformity

Ashley K. Lentz Abstract Cleft lip deformity not only involves physical distortion, but even more, it commonly carries with it emotional, psychological, and social scarring. For these reasons, surgical intervention…

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