How Does Limb Salvage Surgery Prevent Amputation?
Limb salvage surgery prevents amputation by restoring blood supply, removing infection or dead tissue, and reconstructing the limb so it can heal and function again. It’s used for limbs threatened by severe trauma, advanced diabetic complications, vascular...
What Causes Inverted Nipples and How Are They Corrected?
Inverted nipples are caused by short milk ducts, tight fibrous bands, or scar tissue that pull the nipple inward instead of letting it project outward. Correction is done surgically by releasing the tethering tissue, with the technique chosen to match the severity of...
Can Fat Grafting Replace Implants in Breast Reconstruction?
Fat grafting can replace implants in some breast reconstruction cases, particularly for smaller-volume needs or as a refinement after other reconstruction. It uses the patient’s own fat, harvested by liposuction from elsewhere on the body, to rebuild breast...