Raising of Microvascular Flaps

Raising of Microvascular Flaps provides all those dealing with microsurgical tissue transfer, i.e. plastic surgeons, ENT surgeons, trauma surgeons, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons with all they need to know in their daily practice. The systematic approach of this operative manual is based on photographs of perfect quality showing cadaver preparations alongside with explanatory colour drawings to even enhance the understanding of the anatomy through 3D perspectives and by also showing structures that are hidden in preparation. Safe and reliable operative techniques are clearly shown step by step on the DVD that goes along with the book. For each step individual risks and mistakes are emphasized. A clear didactic structure and perfect artwork supply the surgeon with invaluable guidelines for his daily work.Focusing on comprehensive, precise and teaching information, this text atlas is highly instructive. TOC:Radial forearm flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Comments.- Lateral Arm Flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Comments.- Anterolateral Thigh / Vastus Lateralis Flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Myofascial Flap; Comments.- Latissimus Dorsi Flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Comments.- Scapular Flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Comments.- Fibula Flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Comments.- Iliac Crest Bone Flap: Development and Indications; Anatomy; Advantages and Disadvantages; Flap Raising; Comments.- Literature.