Reconstructive Head and Neck Surgery
Reconstructive head and neck surgery is a specialized branch of surgery that focuses on restoring the form and function of the structures of the head, neck, and face. These procedures are for patients who have suffered damage due to injuries of various causes, such as trauma, cancer, congenital malformations, etc.
Common Procedures in Reconstructive Head and Neck Surgery
Although there are many procedures that vary depending on each patient’s needs, some of the most common are:
Skin Oncology
One of the most common procedures involves the excision of skin lesions (basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas, melanomas, etc.) and coverage of the resulting defect using flaps or grafts.
Trauma and Sequelae
Treatment of bone and/or soft tissue injuries of the face and neck following trauma.
Jaw Reconstruction
This is usually necessary after oncological resections or in some cases of severe trauma.
Skin and Soft Tissue Reconstruction
This procedure corrects the appearance and covers defects, and is frequently used after the resection of skin tumors or in cases of facial burns.
Nasal Reconstruction
Sometimes there is a total or partial loss of the nose (most often secondary to tumors). Reconstructive surgery techniques can be used to reconstruct part or all of the nose.
Auricular Reconstruction
In cases of auricular malformations or ear loss, correction and reconstruction can be performed using reconstructive surgery techniques.
Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid reconstructions can be performed after eyelid injury (due to trauma or tumors), as well as correction of degenerative conditions such as ectropion, entropion, ptosis, etc.
Facial Paralysis
The causes of facial paralysis are numerous, and each requires specific management and treatment. Through the use of reconstructive surgery techniques, it is possible to partially or totally restore facial expressions, giving patients back their quality of life.
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