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Chapter-003 Regional Anatomy

BOOK TITLE: ACS(I) Textbook of Cutaneous & Aesthetic Surgery (2 Volumes)

Author
1. C Madura
2. AP Balaji
ISBN
9789352700332
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/14122_4
Edition
2/e
Publishing Year
2018
Pages
21
Author Affiliations
1. Cutis Academy, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Cutis Academy of Cutaneous Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
2. Ganesh Nagar, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
Chapter keywords
Regional anatomy, skin structure, relaxed skin tension line, dermatome, tarso, foot, vascular supply, external genitalia

Abstract

The knowledge on regional anatomy makes a dermatosurgeon more competent in performing surgical procedures. The anatomy and its applied aspects are important in planning surgeries. There exist significant variations in the skin of each region and with relationship to underlying structures, expected functional alterations and skin tension lines. A good understanding of the anatomy, circulation, innervation, function and cosmesis is important before performing a surgical procedure. It not only aids in planning surgical procedures but also to reduce complications and give optimum results. This chapter gives an overview on the regional anatomy of skin biomechanics, neck, tarso, hand, foot and external genitalia. A brief description on the basic skin structure has been provided in this chapter.

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