Comprehensive Guide to Pediatric Craniofacial Plastic Surgery

This issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, expertly guest edited by Dr. Edward Buchanan, MD, is dedicated to the intricate field of Pediatric Craniofacial Plastic Surgery. It covers a wide range of topics, including:

Nonsyndromic Craniosynostosis

A detailed exploration of nonsyndromic craniosynostosis, its diagnosis, and treatment options.

Syndromic Craniosynostosis

A comprehensive overview of syndromic craniosynostosis, including its various forms and management strategies.

Cleft Orthognathic Surgery

Insights into cleft orthognathic surgery, focusing on the correction of jaw and facial bone abnormalities associated with cleft lip and palate.

Pediatric Cranioplasty

A thorough discussion on pediatric cranioplasty, a surgical procedure aimed at repairing or replacing the skull to protect the brain.

Hypertelorism

Understanding hypertelorism, a condition characterized by an abnormally wide space between the eyes, and its surgical correction.

Treacher Collins Syndrome

A detailed look at Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare genetic disorder affecting the development of the bones and other tissues of the face.

Craniofacial Microsomia

Exploring craniofacial microsomia, a condition where one side of the face is underdeveloped, and its treatment options.

Microtia: Medpor Reconstruction

A guide to Medpor reconstruction for microtia, a congenital deformity where the ear is underdeveloped or absent.

Microtia: Autologous Reconstruction

Autologous reconstruction techniques for microtia, using the patient’s own tissue to create a new ear.

Parry Romberg Disease

Understanding Parry Romberg disease, a rare condition characterized by progressive hemifacial atrophy, and its management.

Pediatric Facial Trauma

A comprehensive review of pediatric facial trauma, including causes, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.

Pierre Robin Sequence

A detailed overview of Pierre Robin sequence, a set of abnormalities affecting the head and neck, and its surgical correction.

Pediatric Craniofacial Oncologic Reconstruction

A focus on pediatric craniofacial oncologic reconstruction, aimed at restoring form and function following tumor resection.

This issue provides a wealth of knowledge for medical professionals and researchers in the field of pediatric craniofacial plastic surgery, offering insights into the latest techniques, research, and best practices.