Pediatric Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Written by more than 30 experts in otolaryngology and other subspecialties who perform facial plastic and reconstructive surgery in children, this volume is the most complete and up-to-date reference on the surgical treatment of facial abnormalities in pediatric patients. The book describes, in detail, the latest diagnostic techniques and surgical procedures for congenital and acquired abnormalities in all regions of the face and neck and offers valuable guidelines on appropriate timing of surgery. More than 500 illustrations complement the text, and each chapter provides extensive references to the current literature. The comprehensive coverage of congenital abnormalities includes a timely discussion on craniofacial syndromes, coauthored by a geneticist and a member of a craniofacial disorder surgical team. Other problems covered include cleft lip and palate, trauma, and subspecialty topics such as benign and malignant tumors, orthognathic surgery, dermatological problems, anesthesia, and psychological aspects of deformity and surgery.