Plastic Surgery Key

6   Nose Summary This chapter focuses on subunit reconstruction of nasal defects. Nasal subunits are important in preoperative planning for reconstruction and can guide treatment decisions. We discuss the importance of…

9   Lips and Chin Summary This chapter focuses on reconstruction of lip and chin defects with the goal of provide oral competence for speech and oral feeding. Lip reconstruction algorithm is…

7   Cheek Summary This chapter focuses on the reconstructive principles with respect to the cheek. The cheek is broken up into several subunits including lateral cheek, medial cheek, zygomatic area, and…

5   Eyes Summary This chapter focuses on the principles and surgical techniques associated with reconstruction of defects involving the eye. Eyelid reconstruction seeks to provide adequate eyelid function and globe protection…

10   Graft Harvest Techniques Summary This chapter focuses on the surgical principles involved with harvest of grafting material for reconstruction principles discussed in previous chapters. We provide specific techniques for septal…

8   Ears Summary This chapter focuses on the specific considerations with respect to ear reconstruction. Ear reconstruction is classically complex, given the cartilage framework and intimate relationship of the skin with…

2   Fundamental Techniques Summary This chapter reviews such techniques employed in facial reconstruction covering wound closure and care, defect shape, healing by secondary intention, skin and composite grafts, various flaps (advancement,…

3   Scalp Summary This chapter focuses on the principles and anatomy that are pertinent and important with respect to reconstruction of scalp defects. Specific consideration is given to undermining and layered…

1   Soft Tissue Biomechanics and Physiology Summary This chapter focuses on the biomechanical properties of the skin with respect to wound healing, importance of the aesthetic units and subunits of the…

4   Forehead Summary This chapter reviews the fundamental techniques and anatomy associated with forehead defects. The forehead is subdivided into several forehead subunits based on locations. We provide a “decision tree”…