Journal Reviews

A new free flap for the head and neck

13 August 2015 | | Maxillofacial Surgery | Head and neck reconstruction, Medial sural artery perforator flap, Perforator flaps

Whilst the radial forearm free flap (RFFF) is well known and tested, this group of surgeons from Sunderland, UK, discuss their experience with a comparable flap. They advocate the medial sural artery perforator flap (MSAPF), with a long pedicle if...

Reconstructing large heel defects

3 June 2015 | | General Plastic Surgery | Heel, Medial crural flap, Reconstruction, Wounds and injuries

A description of one method of reconstructing problematic soft tissue defects of the heel. It is always good to have several techniques available in your quiver, so that you can choose the most appropriate arrow for any particular problem. This...

Older people and skin challenging perceptions of the ageing process

2 April 2015 | | Aesthetic Medicine, Dermatology | Older people, Skin, Media, Wellbeing, Health promotion

This is an interesting account of the dermatological senescent changes with a strong focus on the pivotal role nurses can provide in promoting good skin health practices. A comprehensive description of underlying physiological changes and the physical manifestations is presented...