Textbook of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (6 Volumes)

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By: Karoon Agrawak

Textbook of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery is a comprehensive, richly illustrated six-volume reference work designed for students, educators, and practicing plastic surgeons worldwide. The volumes are organized according to the clinical needs of plastic surgeons, making the set highly practical for real-world application across diverse healthcare settings.

The textbook integrates recent advances in plastic surgery with landmark contributions, innovations, and techniques, many of which are drawn from the extensive clinical experience of Indian surgeons who manage a large volume of patients with unique and complex conditions. While the majority of contributors are from the Indian subcontinent, several international experts—whose work is essential to the understanding of the specialty—have also contributed.

Together, the six volumes address challenges relevant to both the developing world and global plastic surgery practice, presenting modern management strategies alongside established traditional methods. This combination makes the series a valuable and authoritative resource for plastic surgeons across the globe.

Volume 1: Principles and Advances in Plastic Surgery

This volume covers a broad and foundational spectrum of topics, beginning with the history of plastic surgery and extending to cutting-edge developments, including:

• Lasers in plastic surgery

• Composite tissue allotransplantation

• Simulation, robotics, and telemedicine

• Information technology in plastic surgery

• Clinical photography

• Human factors and technical skills

• Doctor–patient relationships

• Ethical and legal considerations

In addition, the authors explore the basic science of wound healing, including scar biology and scar management. Separate, detailed chapters are dedicated to the repair and healing of individual tissues, such as:

• Skin, fat, and fascia

• Muscles and tendons

• Peripheral nerves

• Bone

Each topic is explained in depth, making this volume an essential foundation for both trainees and experienced surgeons.

Volume 2: Hand and Upper Extremity

This volume provides a comprehensive and detailed guide to the reconstruction of the hand and upper extremity and is divided into two sections:

Section One: Fundamentals

• Basics of hand surgery

• Imaging techniques

• Congenital hand differences

• Degenerative conditions

• Tumors of the hand

• Specialized topics such as arthroscopy and Dupuytren’s contracture

Section Two: Trauma and Reconstruction

• Management of hand and upper extremity trauma

• Injuries ranging from common fingertip trauma to complex microsurgical reconstructions

• Rehabilitation following reconstruction

The breadth of coverage makes this volume indispensable for surgeons managing hand and upper limb conditions, as well as for students and faculty involved in plastic surgery education.

Volume 3: Head and Neck Reconstruction

This volume addresses a wide range of reconstructive challenges in the head and neck region and is divided into three sections:

Section One: Cleft Surgery

• Comprehensive coverage of cleft conditions

• Detailed operative steps

• Extensive clinical photography

Section Two: Craniofacial Anomalies

• Recent advances in diagnosis and management

Section Three: Head and Neck Reconstruction

• Oncologic reconstruction

• Oculoplasty

• Reconstruction of the ear and nose

Authored by a carefully selected team of experienced specialists, this volume is considered essential reading for plastic surgeons involved in head and neck reconstruction.

Volume 4: Reconstruction of the Trunk, Genitalia, Lower Limb, and Maxillofacial Trauma

This volume is divided into three major sections:

Section One: Trunk and Genitalia

• Breast, chest, abdomen, and back reconstruction

• Breast anomalies

• Male and female genital reconstruction

• Management of genital deformities

• Gender dysphoria

• Pressure ulcers

Section Two: Lower Limb

• Congenital anomalies

• Soft tissue and skeletal injuries

• Vascular anomalies

• Tumors

• Rehabilitation

Section Three: Maxillofacial Trauma

• Comprehensive management of maxillofacial soft tissue and skeletal injuries

Each chapter is written by highly experienced authors, making this volume a must-read for trainees and practicing plastic surgeons worldwide.

Volume 5: Burns

This dedicated volume provides an extensive and in-depth discussion of burn management, a major component of plastic and reconstructive surgery—particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

Key features include:

• Comprehensive coverage of burn treatment

• Emphasis on prevention and disaster management

• Integration of modern treatment strategies

• Extensive use of clinical images illustrating real-world expertise

• Incorporation of the latest literature in every chapter

This volume is essential not only for plastic surgeons but also for general surgeons, pediatric surgeons, and critical care specialists involved in burn management.

Volume 6: Aesthetic Surgery

This is the first comprehensive aesthetic surgery textbook of its kind in India, covering a wide range of procedures and principles. The volume is divided into five sections:

1. Basic, Ethical, and Legal Aspects of Aesthetic Surgery

2. Facial Aesthetic Surgery

   • Aging

   • Surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation

3. Hair Restoration

   • Hair transplantation techniques

4. Body Contouring

   • Liposuction

   • Genital aesthetic surgery

5. Breast Aesthetic Surgery

Each section is edited by a leading and experienced aesthetic surgeon, ensuring authoritative and high-quality content throughout.