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Aulus Cornelius Celsus (ca 25 BC—ca 50), who lived in the first century AD, described plastic surgery of the face, using skin from other parts of the body.




Sir Archibald McIndoe CBE FRCS (4 May 1900 — 11 April 1960) was a pioneering New Zealand plastic surgeon who worked for the Royal Air Force during World War II. He greatly improved the treatment and rehabilitation of badly burned aircrew.


Skin Cancer

A large number of malignancies could affect the skin but the commonest ones are the squamous cell cancer, basal cell cancer and malignant melanoma. 


Details 


New growths or changes in a pre-existing skin lesion such as rapid enlargement or ulceration should arouse suspicion. 


Your doctor will examine the lesion and especially the loco-regional lymphatics. A biopsy may be taken for confirmation of the diagnosis and delineation of the type of pathology. Investigations may be warranted to delineate possible spread of the disease. Modern facilities are usually organised in a multi-disciplinary arrangement so that patients benefit from the expertise of the plastic surgeon, dermatologist and the oncologist. Either surgery or radiation therapy may be the first line treatment. Often surgical excision is performed and this may be followed by radiotherapy if indicated. Proper surgical removal entails removal with an adequate margin and therefore if the defect is large, skin graft or sometimes tissue flaps may be necessary to achieve wound closure. Regional lymphatic spread may call for additional treatment.


Results


Treatment outcome is dependant upon the stage of the disease at initial presentation.


Caution


Patients are advised to seek medical advice for suspicious lesions early to ensure the best result from treatment.


 

Aesthetic Surgery Journal

The Hong Kong Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons is affiliated with Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the official publication of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery