Reconstructive Surgery
Reconstructive surgery is a specialized field of surgery that focuses on restoring the form and function of body parts affected by injury, congenital conditions, disease, or previous surgical interventions. The goal of reconstructive surgery is to improve a patient's appearance and functionality by repairing or reconstructing areas of the body affected by trauma, tumors, or other deformities.
Reconstructive surgery covers a wide range of procedures designed to restore normal bodily functions and appearance. Common types of reconstructive surgery include:
Breast Reconstruction: Performed after mastectomy due to breast cancer, this surgery helps restore the appearance of the breast using implants or tissue from other parts of the body.
Craniofacial Surgery: Focused on repairing defects in the skull and face, often addressing conditions such as cleft lip and palate, traumatic facial injuries, and congenital deformities.
Hand Surgery: Involves the repair of injuries, deformities, or congenital defects of the hand, such as tendon injuries, fractures, and nerve damage.
Burn Reconstruction: Surgery to repair and restore the appearance and functionality of skin and tissues after severe burn injuries, helping patients recover both physically and emotionally.
Skin Cancer Reconstruction: Surgical removal of skin cancer followed by reconstructing the skin to restore its function and appearance, often using skin grafts or local tissue flaps.
