Adequate soft-tissue coverage prior to excision of burned tissue is necessary in order to counteract the physiologic, metabolic and...
Skin Grafting
Evolution of Skin Grafting
Skin grafting is a method by which surgeons can soft tissue coverage over burned or badly injured tissue. There are two main categories of grafting: split-thickness or full-thickness. Indications for each graft type vary, and each are dependent on unique variables for healing. While the final cosmetic appearance of full-thickness grafts are often superior, there exists significant donor site morbidity. Split-thickness grafts can often incorporate in tissue where full-thickness grafts would not survive. Regardless of graft type, incorporation of graft is of paramount importance, and depends on multiple factors. As a result, much research has been performed regarding coverage in the setting of skin grafts, and how to optimize chances of graft incorporation, while minimizing patient morbidity.
Related Technologies
Related Topics
Skin burns can be catastrophic injuries, and often require multiple debridements and surgeries to achieve eventual skin regeneration. While...
