Facial Plast Surg 2020; 36(02): 176-179
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1708843
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Management of Complications from Skin Cancer Reconstruction

Peter M. Vila
1   Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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J. Regan Thomas
1   Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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Publication Date:
15 May 2020 (online)

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Abstract

Reconstruction of facial cutaneous defects from skin cancer surgery is a commonly done procedure in the hands of many facial plastic surgeons. Excellent surgical technique should always be employed to reduce the risk of a poor result. However, complications do occur and can be devastating for both the patient and surgeon. We review a range of postoperative management options, and the evidence for each modality, so that reconstructive surgeons can stay up to date on current literature.