title: Techniques for split-thickness skin grafting.
abstract: This article discusses split-thickness skin grafting techniques with emphasis on the use of various electric dermatomes. Indications for grafting, donor and recipient site considerations, as well as complications will be discussed.
authors.forename: J W
authors.initials: JW
authors.lastname: Skouge
mesh_terms: D000772:Anesthesia, Local; D004954:Esthetics; D006085:Graft Survival; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000453:epidemiology; D012867:Skin / Q000098:blood supply; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013525:Surgical Instruments; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous