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…
34 Breast Reconstruction with Free Flaps
Nasim Abedi, Steven Bernard Abstract This chapter addresses the subject of breast reconstruction based on free tissue transfer. Preoperatively, the authors stress the importance of the patient factors that will…
35 Breast Reconstruction Using the Latissimus Dorsi Myocutaneous Flap
Galen Perdikis and Stephanie L. Koonce Abstract This chapter discusses the use of the latissimus flap in breast reconstruction. Pre- and postsurgical steps are outlined and operative techniques detailed. Numerous…
29 Dupuytren’s and Trigger Finger
Chris McCarthy and Sonu A. Jain Abstract This chapter examines the anatomy, pathology, and treatment of Dupuytren’s disease and the not uncommon malady known as trigger finger. Surgery is typically…
36 Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
Albert Losken and Alexandra M. Hart Abstract This chapter discusses the elements pertinent to successful oncoplastic surgery. The challenge facing surgeons in breast reconstruction is to avoid common deformities (contour…
27 Nerve Compression Syndromes of the Upper Extremity
Loretta Coady-Fariborzian and Winston Richards Abstract This chapter addresses the diagnosis and anatomy of the different kinds of nerve compression that cause numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness primarily in the…
