Book description
This handbook is an introductory guide to harvesting essential
workhorse flaps of the torso and upper and lower extremities. Chapters
are grouped into separate sections based on the anatomic region of the
flaps. Each chapter details the critical clinical information the
surgeon needs to know to effectively harvest flaps, providing concise
descriptions of the preparation, incision, and dissection techniques.
Precise illustrations supplementing the descriptions enable surgeons to
fully understand the technical maneuvers of each procedure.
Features:
Step-by-step descriptions of flap harvesting techniques
Thorough discussion of the relevant vascular or neurovascular
anatomy for each dissection
More than 200 illustrations and schematics demonstrating key concepts
Consistent presentation in each chapter to facilitate reference and review
Practical discussion of common pitfalls to prepare the surgeon for
managing the full range of scenarios in the clinical setting
Overview of fundamental concepts, including microvascular anatomy
and patterns of vasculature of soft tissue flaps, instrumentation, and
microvascular and microneural suturing techniques
Providing a solid foundation upon which to further develop surgical
skills, this book is an indispensable resource for residents in plastic
and reconstructive surgery, trauma surgery, orthopedics, and
neurosurgery. "This illustrated handbook is a personally guided
tour of flap elevation...that is both in depth and succinct enough to
educate readers and foster an impetus for further
investigation."--Doody's Review Neurosciences Center -
Neurosurgery, Johann-Wolfgang-Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany
