Atlas of Reconstructive Surgery: A Case-Based Approach, 1st Edition

By: Lee L. Q. Pu

ISBN: 9780323875530 

Pub Date: March 2, 2023

Reviewed By: Jeffrey S. Rosenthal, MD (Bridgeport Hospital)

Description 

The book is an all-inclusive text that showcases multiple treatment modalities of the head, face, body, and extremities. The format encourages readers to focus on a singular defect and the optimal procedure for its reconstruction. 

Purpose 

The purpose of the book is to share the author’s personalized reconstructive techniques. The book serves as an atlas that highlights the effective management of complex defects ranging from head to toe. 

Audience 

During his 22 years as a plastic surgeon, Dr. Lee L. Q. Pu has successfully reconstructed a variety of complicated defects. This book compiles his extensive knowledge for plastic surgical trainees, novices, and practitioners who wish to hone their skills. 

Features 

The book is comprised of cases organized by anatomical regions of the body. Each of the five sections focuses on a specific clinical presentation of the head, face, and body, including the upper and lower extremities. Each surgical intervention case includes the history and presentation of the defect, detailed plans to ameliorate it, and information on patient care optimization. 

Deliberations offer a wide variety of options available for surgical repair. A thorough, carefully delineated overview of each operative procedure is accompanied by superb color renditions of the defect and pertinent intraoperative anatomy. Each procedure includes a commentary on and a look at the surgical results along with relevant pearls of wisdom that ensure a healthy outcome. Complication management discussions are included when appropriate. 

Assessment 

The key surgical procedures discussed in the book do well to inform readers interested in the reconstructive aspects of plastic surgery. The case-based methodology adds to the allure of this book. I recommend it for those who seek to improve their skill set in this field. 

©Doody’s Review Service, 2023, Jeffrey S. Rosenthal, MD (Bridgeport Hospital), Doody’s Score: 98 – 5 Stars! 

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