Endoscopy and Microsurgery
Endoscopy and Microsurgery
English | December 21, 2012 | ISBN: 370917239X | 138 Pages | PDF | 5 MB
English | December 21, 2012 | ISBN: 370917239X | 138 Pages | PDF | 5 MB
In this first volume of the series Update in Plastic Surgery, internationally acknowledged experts give an up-to-date view of the clinical possibilities in plastic surgery which result from video-assisted microsurgery with the endoscope. Advantages and disadvantages are discussed, and reasons are presented why it can be assumed that this technique will be the standard in plastic surgery within a few years.
One of the traditional principles adhered to handling of tissues in plastic surgery is that of minimal invasion. Endoscopy, however, has made little headway in this branch of surgery, perhaps on account of its concentration on surfaces; cavities suitable for endoscopy being rarely involved. The need to have a visualisation pocket at one's disposal has led, nevertheless, to its employment, albeit late, in this field of surgery as well.