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- - Skin and composite grafting are surgical techniques used to repair skin defects after removing cancerous growths, aiming to restore both appearance and function.
- - Successful reconstruction relies on detailed planning to blend incisions with the natural contours of the face, particularly around sensitive areas like the eyelids, nose, and lips.
- - Different types of skin cancer, such as basal or squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma, affect the surgical approach and recovery, making it important to tailor the grafting method accordingly.
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Skin and composite grafting provide effective resurfacing and reconstruction for cutaneous defects after excision of the malignancy. The goal is to restore a natural appearance and function while preventing distortion of the eyelid, nose, or lips. With careful planning and attention to aesthetic subunits, the surgeon can camouflage incisions and avoid blunting aesthetically sensitive sulci. The surgical plan is also informed by the pathology, as basal or squamous cell carcinomas removed by Mohs micrographic excision have different prognostic and logistical considerations from melanoma. Skin and composite grafting are useful as stand-alone procedures or may complement local flaps and other soft tissue reconstructions.
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