FLAPS AND GRAFTS IN DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY (DIGITAL VERSION INCLUDED)

DESCRIPTION

Authored byexperts in the field, this brand-new reference presents a systematic approachto which flap or graft to use in which clinical situation and how to cut andmove the skin. More than 350 full-color photographsand line drawings offer you step-by-step guidance. And, a DVD containinghigh-quality video clips demonstrates reconstructive procedures, includingcutting, positioning, and suturing of flaps and grafts.
Key Features:
- Describes which flap or graft to choose in specific clinical situations, howto execute each repair (with a multitude of images and diagrams), and how tominimize the risks as well as manage potential complications.
- Provides algorithms to assist with flap and graft choices, as well ashundreds of superb full-color illustrationsthroughout.
New to this Edition:
- Includes an all-new chapter on Surgical Complications and Scar Revisions.
- Includes access to high-quality videos showing exactly how the flap/graft isincised, moved, and sutured. New videos include the Rhomboid Transposition Flapfor Defect on the Lower Lid, the Island Pedicle Flap with Canthal Suspension,and the Primary Lid Repair with Diagonal Tarsal Suture Sine Marginal Sutures.
- Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBookexperience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references fromthe book on a variety of devices.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1:Anatomy 
Introduction Surface Landmarks and Surface Anatomy The Aging Face TheMusculoaponeurotic System Motor Nerves Sensory Nerves of the Head and Neck Vascular System Special Structures: Lip, Eyelids, Nose, Ear

Chapter 2:Basic Principles in Flap Reconstruction
Basic Terminology Flaps Defined by Blood Supply Flap Physiology FlapBiomechanics Flaps Defined by Movement Practical Points Final Thoughts

Chapter 3:Primary Closure
Primary Closure Design and Considerations  Modifications or Variations Applications and Disadvantages

Chapter 4:Advancement Flaps
Flap Design and Considerations Flap Mobilization and Key Sutures FlapModifications and Applications Disadvantages

Chapter 5:Rotation flaps 
Rotation Flap Design: Basic Principles Bilateral Rotation Flaps SpecialRotation Flaps Plane of Flap Elevation and Surgical Undermining Conclusion

Chapter 6:Island Pedicle Flaps
Closure Complications

Chapter 7:Transposition Flaps 
Flap Design and Considerations Rhombic Flaps Other Transposition Flaps Complications Conclusion

Chapter 8:Staged Interpolation Flaps 
Paramedian Forehead Flap (PFF), Stage I Paramedian Forehead Flap, Stage II Cheek-to-Nose Interpolation Flap (CNIF) Cheek-to-Nose Interpolation Flap,Stage II Abbé (Lip-Switch) Flap Abbé Flap, Stage II Conclusion

Chapter 9:Skin Grafts 
Full-Thickness Skin Grafts Split-Thickness Skin Grafts Conclusion GraftComplication

Chapter 10:Scalp Reconstruction
Scalp Surgical Anatomy Evaluation of the Scalp Defect Basic ReconstructionConcepts Second Intention Healing Primary Closure Split-Thickness SkinGrafts Full-Thickness Skin Grafts Random Pattern Cutaneous Flaps Conclusion

Chapter 11:Forehead and Temple 
Reconstructive Principles Complications Conclusions

Chapter 12:Periocular Reconstruction 
Introduction Periocular Anatomy Preparation Complications GeneralPrinciples of Periocular Reconstruction Methods of Closure AlgorithmicApproach to Reconstruction by Periocular Subunits

Chapter 13:Cheek Reconstruction 
Maximum Skin Tension Lines Surface Anatomy Skin Texture SubcutaneousAnatomy Which Reconstructive Procedure Flaps by Cheek Region Complications Conclusion

Chapter 14:Ear Reconstruction 
Introduction Ear Aesthetics Embryology Topography General Principles Skin Grafts Adjacent Tissue Transfer Cartilage Regional Reconstruction Prosthetics and When to Refer

Chapter 15:Reconstruction of the Nose 
Introduction Reconstructive Options Complications Conclusion

Chapter 16:Perioral Reconstruction 
Introduction General Principals of Lip Reconstruction Reconstruction

Chapter 17:The Neck 
Preoperative Considerations Relevant Anatomy Reconstructive Options Regional Pearls Summary