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Atlas of Regional and Free Flaps for Head and Neck Reconstruction
Atlas of Regional and Free Flaps for Head and Neck Reconstruction Author:Mark L. Urken, Urken, Biller Documenting in unprecedented detail the surgical procedures, techniques, and approaches used by the experts, this new atlas/text is the definitive full-color pictorial reference on major flap transfers for reconstructive head-and-neck surgery. The book chronicles three decades of innovations and progress in the field, and presents detail... more »ed descriptions of anatomy and anatomical variations, step-by-step guidance on identifying and preparing appropriate donor and recipient sites, and techniques for successfully grafting selected tissue. This one-of-a-kind atlas covers the spectrum of donor sites most frequently used in head-and-neck surgery, and through more than 300 color illustrations and a concise narrative text, the authors provide step-by-step guidance and invaluable technical advice. Each chapter includes the details of normal donor site anatomy as well as anatomic variations, and every section of the book presents the most important options in flap design and the most optimal and desirable application. The text also addresses important topics such as pre- and postoperative care and potential pitfalls and complications.« less