Buch, Englisch, 395 Seiten, Previously published in hardcover, Format (B × H): 210 mm x 279 mm, Gewicht: 1120 g
Buch, Englisch, 395 Seiten, Previously published in hardcover, Format (B × H): 210 mm x 279 mm, Gewicht: 1120 g
ISBN: 978-3-662-51821-2
Verlag: Springer
This unique and comprehensive book covers the evolution of plastic surgery from ancient to modern times. The knowledge of wound healing and how this has changed and influenced plastic surgery is covered in the first part. The development of the basic techniques of the specialty such as skin flaps, the grafting of skin and other tissues are followed throughout the centuries. In the Second Part the development of various surgical reconstructive procedures are described. The reader will realize how techniques which are routine today have evolved thanks to the ingenuity of our surgical ancestors. Finally in Part Three the birth of Cosmetic Surgery, which has fulfilled the dreams of our ancestors, is outlined. Its rapid development is described stressing the efforts required to overcome the prejudices and criticism. The book includes invaluable data and illustrations from the Sanvenero Rosselli Foundation.
Zielgruppe
Research
Autoren/Hrsg.
Fachgebiete
Weitere Infos & Material
The Anatomical Foundations of Surgery.- Healing of Wounds and the Development of Surgery.- Skin Flaps.- Skin Grafts.- Grafts of Other Tissues.- Some Notes on Anaesthesia.- Nasal Reconstruction.- Cleft Lip and Palate.- Reconstruction of the External Genitalia.- Ear Reconstruction.- Skull Reconstruction.- to Cosmetic Surgery.- Cosmetic Rhinoplasty.- Facial Rejuvenation.- Cosmetic Surgery of the Breast.
