Mastery of tissue, grafts, and reconstruction—from head to toe. This classic reference presents the principles and practices of plastic surgery with practical guidance for surgeons and clinicians alike, drawn from decades of experience.
This edition compiles methods for skin grafts, flaps, bone and cartilage reconstruction, and the management of wounds, scars, and congenital malformations. It emphasizes transplantation concepts, prosthetic options, and the care of complex defects in both civil and war-related injuries. Richly illustrated, it offers detailed techniques and safety notes to support careful, effective patient care.
- Learn foundational approaches to skin grafts, including autografts and isografts, and how to select the right method for each defect.
- Explore pedunculated and free flap techniques, tissue transplantation, and nerve or tendon considerations in reconstructive work.
- Review management of skull and craniofacial defects, prosthetic options, and strategies to minimize complications.
- Find practical guidance on wounds, burns, ulcers, scars, and malformations, with step-by-step techniques and post-operative care.
Ideal for students and practitioners seeking a solid, historically grounded, hands-on reference in plastic surgery.
This edition: The Francis A. Countway Library edition, Blakiston’s Son & Co., Philadelphia, 1919, with 864 illustrations containing 1637 figures.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book covers the extensive history of plastic surgery from its origins in ancient India and Egypt to the present day. The author provides fascinating details of the gradual development of plastic surgical techniques through the centuries, focusing on rhinoplasty. This book gives a thorough look at the field of plastic surgery, exploring not only its history but also its techniques and applications. The author describes various methods of skin grafting, tissue transplantation, and pedunculated flap procedures, providing a comprehensive overview of the field. Along with historical context, this book delves into the ethical considerations and challenges faced by plastic surgeons, offering valuable insights into the complexities of this specialized field. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330373224_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330373224
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330373224
Quantity: 15 available
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 790 pages. 9.02x5.98x1.57 inches. This item is printed on demand. Seller Inventory # zk1330373227
Quantity: 1 available