Description
Andrew Kaufman’s second edition follows the reasoning involved in assessing facial defects and selecting a repair. Illustrated discussion covers reconstruction of the cheek, forehead, nose, lips, ears, and eyelids, connecting tissue considerations with the design and execution of repairs. The emphasis is on both the planning process and technical choices.
Topics covered
- Evaluating a defect and selecting a reconstructive plan.
- Facial flaps, advancement and transposition techniques, and selected grafts.
- Regional reconstruction balancing tissue considerations, function, and appearance.
Who it’s for
Dermatologic, plastic, and facial surgeons, plus trainees learning soft-tissue reconstruction.
Study use: Compare the defect analysis with the proposed repair to understand why a particular flap or reconstructive approach is selected.
