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Semin Plast Surg 2016; 30(04): 155-161
DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1593479
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Tissue Expansion in Children

Tara L. Braun
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
,
Kristy L. Hamilton
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
,
Laura A. Monson
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
,
Edward P. Buchanan
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
,
Larry H. Hollier Jr.
1   Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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18 November 2016 (online)

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Abstract

Tissue expansion is a well-established surgical method that has been creatively applied to the management of many congenital and acquired pediatric conditions, including the removal of giant congenital melanocytic nevi and the separation of conjoined twins. Careful preoperative planning and patient follow-up are required to achieve the proper results and minimize complications. Special considerations for pediatric patients are present during each step of the process, from patient selection to postoperative care. The complication rate in tissue expansion remains high, though measures can be taken to reduce and effectively manage these complications.

Keywords

tissue expansion - pediatric reconstructive surgery - complication prevention and management
 

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