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[Tissue expansion].

R E Nordström1

  • 1Plastikkirurgisk seksjon, Regionsykehuset i Tromsø.

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke
|May 30, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Tissue expansion is a vital reconstructive surgery technique, offering well-matched tissue for head, neck, and breast reconstruction. This method is now the most common breast reconstruction procedure in the USA.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Biomaterials Science

Context:

  • Tissue expansion has gained prominence in reconstructive surgery over the past 10-15 years.
  • Expanded tissue offers excellent matches in color, thickness, and elasticity for reconstruction.
  • This technique is crucial for head and neck reconstructions and increasingly used globally for breast reconstruction.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the significance and applications of tissue expansion in modern reconstructive surgery.
  • To discuss the advantages of using expanded tissue, particularly its physical properties.
  • To review the various options for temporary and permanent expanders in surgical procedures.

Summary:

  • Tissue expansion is a key technique in reconstructive surgery, providing well-matched tissue for various applications.
  • It is especially valuable for head and neck reconstructions due to excellent tissue properties.
  • Tissue expansion is now the predominant method for breast reconstruction in the United States.

Impact:

  • Tissue expansion has revolutionized reconstructive surgery, offering superior aesthetic and functional outcomes.
  • Its widespread adoption, particularly in breast reconstruction, underscores its clinical importance.
  • The technique provides a versatile solution for complex reconstructive challenges.

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