Local Flaps in Facial Reconstruction, 3e 3rd Edition

Local Flaps in Facial Reconstruction is a definitive, highly visual guide that provides step-by-step instructions for the full spectrum of local flap techniques used to repair facial defects. Whether the defect results from skin cancer excision, trauma, or congenital anomalies, this book offers unmatched clarity through full-color photos, medical illustrations, and surgical videos, helping clinicians navigate both common and complex reconstructions.

The text emphasizes precise anatomic knowledge, careful preoperative planning, and safe execution, making it a cornerstone reference for both novice and expert surgeons in facial reconstruction.

Key Features:

• Foundational Knowledge:
• In-depth coverage of skin anatomy, blood supply, healing mechanics, and skin biomechanics, which are crucial for flap design and success.
• Helps in selecting the optimal flap based on location, defect size, tissue laxity, and aesthetic subunit.
• Comprehensive Flap Techniques:
• Detailed visual and textual instruction for rotation flaps, transposition flaps, advancement flaps, bilobe flaps, paramedian forehead flaps, melolabial flaps, rhombic flaps, and more.
• Comparative insights on when to use each technique depending on location (e.g., nose, eyelid, cheek, lip, forehead).
• Surgical Videos:
• Accompanying surgical video library demonstrates key techniques such as nasal and lip reconstructions, providing real-time operative guidance.
• High-Quality Visuals:
• Hundreds of clinical photographs, line drawings, and step-by-step illustrations enhance comprehension and assist with intraoperative reference.
• Visualizes before, during, and after surgery to show outcomes and surgical rationale.
• Cross-Specialty Relevance:
• Contributions from experts in facial plastic surgery, dermatology, oculoplastics, and ENT ensure the book addresses a multidisciplinary perspective for optimal outcomes.
• Complications and Pearls:
• Discusses how to avoid common pitfalls like flap necrosis, dog-ears, poor scar placement, and distortion of nearby structures.
• Features tips, tricks, and alternative approaches to deal with intraoperative challenges or unusual defect patterns.
• Newer Technologies & Materials:
• Updates on adhesives, biologic dressings, and scar management, enhancing postoperative outcomes and reducing complications.