This book is an essential guide for professionals engaged in microsurgical tissue transfer, covering the needs of plastic surgeons, ENT surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and trauma surgeons alike. The fourth edition emphasizes a clear and practical framework, simplifying intricate surgical procedures into easily digestible steps, each underscored by distinct anatomical landmarks corresponding to each donor site.
The text presents a thorough anatomically guided, step-by-step methodology for every flap, emphasizing simplicity, safety, and dependability for successful flap harvesting. Each procedure is visually supported by high-quality photographs and detailed schematic color illustrations, enhancing comprehension of the anatomy involved. Additionally, supplementary online videos offer comprehensive demonstrations of the surgical techniques.
New to this edition is the ulnar forearm flap, along with a dedicated chapter on the gracilis free flap—an effective choice for motor reinnervation in facial paralysis cases. Furthermore, two novel perforator flaps are introduced: the thoracodorsal artery perforator flap and the medial femoral condyle bone flap. The latter stands out as an excellent donor site for addressing craniofacial bony defects, particularly in jaw reconstruction within the oral cavity.
As with earlier editions, this book remains a succinct and targeted resource, delivering vital information for reconstructive surgeons and enhancing their daily practice in microsurgical techniques.
