Plastic Surgery: Volume 4: Lower Extremity, Trunk, and Burns

Imaging modalities for diagnosis and treatment of lymphedema

Access video content for this chapter online at Elsevier eBooks+ Introduction The development of microsurgical instruments and surgical methods has led to an advanced curative lymphedema treatment. Reductive procedures (direct excision, liposuction) and physiologic reconstructive methods, such as lymphovenous anastomosis…

Management of lower extremity trauma

Synopsis ■ Lower extremity trauma is commonly associated with other organ injuries. ■ A primary survey is essential to quickly recognize life-threatening conditions and perform critical interventions as early as possible. ■ The initial assessment of extremity trauma involves evaluating…

Comprehensive lower extremity anatomy

Synopsis ■ Success in lower extremity reconstruction is dependent on a comprehensive understanding of structural and functional anatomy. An anatomic- and defect-specific approach to lower extremity reconstruction enables the surgeon to provide tailored solutions for both the preservation and restoration…