Breast Reconstruction with Autologous Tissue

Focusing on how to acheive the highest degree of aethetic success possible in reconstructive breast surgery without the use of implants, this volume is an essential addition to the library of every breast surgeon. Dr. Kroll's techniques are pioneering and setting the standards in the field.

Inhalt
Goals of Breast Reconstruction.- Why Autologous Tissue?.- Why Use Free Flaps?.- Immediate Breast Reconstruction.- Delayed Breast Reconstruction.- Bilateral Breast Reconstruction.- Choice of Technique.- Conventional (Pedicled) TRAM Flap.- Free TRAM Flap.- Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap.- TRAM Flap Postoperative Care and Complications.- The Extended Latissimus Dorsi Myocutaneous Flap.- The Superior Gluteal Free Flap.- The Inferior Gluteal Free Flap.- The Rubens Fat Pad Free Flap.- Shaping the Breast Mound in Immediate Reconstruction.- Shaping the Breast Mound in Delayed Reconstruction.- Shaping the Breast Mounds in Bilateral TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction.- Correction of Partial Mastectomy Defects.- Breast Mound Revision Surgery.- The Opposite Breast.- Nipple and Areolar Reconstruction.- Follow-Up of TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction Patients.