Lower Extremity Soft Tissue & Cutaneous Plastic Surgery

his unique and pioneering textbook bridges the gap between traditional podiatric care and advanced plastic surgical techniques, offering a comprehensive approach to the management of skin and soft tissue conditions of the foot and ankle. Unlike any other resource in the field, it integrates methods from facial plastic surgery, hand reconstruction, and general plastic surgery, adapting them to the anatomical and functional needs of the lower extremity.

The book emphasizes a detailed clinical approach, including assessment, documentation, and planning, followed by procedural guidance on how to execute precise, aesthetically sensitive, and functionally sound reconstructions.

Key Features:

• Detailed Evaluation Protocols:
• Step-by-step instructions for clinical examination, documentation, and photographic record keeping.
• Guides practitioners on identifying underlying pathology influencing wound healing and surgical outcomes.
• Surgical Techniques Adapted for the Foot and Ankle:
• Covers suturing, incision design, excision, and closure methods tailored to tension-prone or load-bearing regions.
• Techniques borrowed and modified from facial, hand, and general reconstructive surgery.
• Anatomically Focused Application:
• Customization of plastic surgical principles for plantar surfaces, bony prominences, and thin-skinned dorsum of the foot and ankle.
• Reconstructive Algorithms and Case-Based Guidance:
• Offers algorithmic approaches for various conditions such as ulcers, tumors, scars, and traumatic wounds.
• Case studies illustrate surgical decision-making and outcomes.
• High-Quality Illustrations and Photographs:
• Visuals that clearly depict each step of the technique.
• Supports both learning and clinical reference.
• Multidisciplinary Insight:
• Useful across podiatric surgery, dermatologic surgery, plastic surgery, and orthopedic trauma care.
• Educational Utility:
• Suitable for both training purposes and as a clinical reference guide in practice.
• Emphasizes aesthetic and functional principles, especially important in cosmetically sensitive and mechanically stressed regions.