Analysis of complex postextirpative deformity.
Reconstruction in the oncologic setting requires of the plastic surgeon a careful and concise thought process. Analysis of a complex deformity/dysfunction is problem solving, and postextirpative reconstruction is simply a variation of the same theme. An analysis model has been developed ("Here-There") that can be useful as a guide for the process of analysis as well as a teaching model for residents.
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Department of Surgery, University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center, Lexington, USA.
D002985:Clinical Protocols; D006258:Head and Neck Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D011182:Postoperative Care; D012086:Reoperation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*