An Illustrated Handbook of Flap-Raising Techniques by Kartik G. Krishnan
English | 2008 | ISBN: 313147761X | 112 pages | PDF | 5 MB
English | 2008 | ISBN: 313147761X | 112 pages | PDF | 5 MB
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.