Plastic And Reconstructive Breast Surgery, 2nd edition--Tribute Edition   

By John Bostwick III, M.D. Special tribute edition of “The Bible of Plastic Surgery of the Breast.” Only 350 available! The recent passing of John Bostwick III is deeply mourned. But this special limited-edition of Plastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery is a masterful summation of his pioneering – now gold standard techniques. The accompanying tribute booklet – with personal photographs and treasured memories shared by colleagues and friends – celebrates his eventful life and boundless generosity. For nearly a decade, Plastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery has been the definitive reference for surgeons around the world. The innovative techniques demonstrated in its first edition have guided thousands of surgical professionals to better outcomes and restored hope to countless women confronting major life decisions. Now this widely acclaimed edition has been updated and expanded to bring you the latest techniques and developments. It provides thoroughly revised procedures—with a totally new chapter on endoscopic breast surgery—plus newly added features such as surgical plans for operative sequences and clinical decision trees. Procedural and pre/postoperative photographs! These authoritative volumes retain the format that established the first edition’s benchmark reputation. The semi-atlas layout incorporates photographs and detailed color illustrations on virtually every page. And each volume contains a comprehensive two-volume index to simplify cross-referencing. This new edition is an essential reference for all who treat or counsel women undergoing both aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery. This special tribute edition includes an illustrated booklet celebrating the accomplishments of a gifted surgeon and dynamic educator, the late John Bostwick III, M.D. Volume I: Incorporates discussion of fundamentals of anatomy, the patient-surgeon relationship, and aesthetics ... new coverage of endoscopic breast surgery ... the current state of implants and expanders in light of FDA restrictions, including the author’s specific recommendations ... expanded chapters on augmentation, reduction, and mastopexy with Dr. Bostwick’s preferred surgical plans ... plus expanded sections on vertical mammaplasty and mastopexy and endoscopic approaches to augmentation and mastopexy. Volume II: Covers the difficult procedures and rewarding results achievable in breast reconstruction ... reflects the growing emphasis on immediate TRAM flap reconstruction after skin-sparing mastectomy ... provides extensive new information on partial reconstruction ... and demonstrates endoscopic techniques for muscle harvest, refinements in TRAM flap surgery, liposuction applications, free flaps such as the Rubens and DIEP flaps, and much more. New Features! Surgical plans for operative sequences Clinical decision trees More long-term results with detailed evaluations Comments and cautions drawing on thousands of additional cases over the last decade Hundreds of additional pages, including over 400 new illustrations (most in color) More than 1600 pages and over 3500 illustrations! What’s New in This Expanded Second Edition? New chapter on endoscopic breast surgery Operative sequences detailing endoscopic applications UAL and SAL applications Expanded technique sections on vertical mammaplasty and mastopexy Rubens and DIEP flap techniques Totally rewritten chapter on implants and expanders describing latest devices and indications for use Expanded chapter on immediate breast reconstruction, including TRAM flap reconstruction after skin-sparing mastectomy New operative sequences on nipple-areola reconstruction, including the C-V flap Latest developments in TRAM flap technique with TRAM flap delay in the high-risk patient Fully updated chapter on latissimus dorsi flaps with endoscopic applications for partial breast reconstruction and implant and expander coverage Key points highlighted throughout More illustrated, step-by-step operative sequences with detailed descriptions of technical nuances A portion of the proceeds from this deluxe two-volume slipcased set will be donated in Dr. Bostwick's name to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, dedicated to educating women with breast cancer about their options for treatment and reconstruction. 2001. Hardcover, Casebound, 2 volume book set with Special Tribute More than 1600 pages and 3500 illustrations