Core Procedures in Plastic Surgery 2nd Edition

Core Procedures in Plastic Surgery, 2nd Edition distills the essential techniques and knowledge from Dr. Peter C. Neligan’s acclaimed 6-volume Plastic Surgery series into a concise, practical guide tailored for everyday use. This streamlined reference offers clear, bulleted steps and vivid full-color images to empower plastic surgeons—whether in training or in practice—to confidently perform both common and advanced reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. Covering reconstructive, aesthetic, hand, and pediatric plastic surgery, the book balances thorough anatomy and technique with actionable insights on patient care and complication management, making it an indispensable resource for efficient learning and clinical excellence.

 Key Features

• Comprehensive Yet Concise
• Synthesizes complex information from a 6-volume masterwork into a high-yield, easy-to-navigate format.
• Covers core procedures across reconstructive, aesthetic, hand, and pediatric plastic surgery.
• Rich Visual and Multimedia Support
• Features full-color photographs and detailed procedural illustrations to guide surgical steps.
• Includes new procedural videos (e.g., lipoabdominoplasty, facelift techniques) for visual learning.
• Focused on Practical Surgical Application
• Provides bulleted, templated procedural steps for quick reference and clarity.
• Highlights key considerations for anatomy, preoperative planning, surgical technique, postoperative care, and complication avoidance.
• Expanded and Updated Content
• New chapters on forehead procedures, body contouring, liposuction, and fat grafting reflect evolving aesthetic trends and patient demand.
• Continues to cover fundamental procedures such as rhinoplasty, abdominal wall reconstruction, breast reconstruction, local flaps, cleft repair, and flexor tendon surgery.
• Enhanced eBook Access
• Purchase includes an enhanced eBook version for seamless access to content, images, and references across devices, perfect for use in clinic or OR.