Background As surgical research expands in both breadth and scope, translational models
become increasingly important. The accessibility, reproducibility, and clinical applicability of …

Background With recent advances in surgical techniques, minimally invasive methods for
reconstructive breast surgery are being investigated. To enhance surgical proficiency …

Background Mechanical ischemic preconditioning (MIPC) is defined as applying brief
periods of ischemia before tissue reperfusion. This mechanism protects tissues against …

This chapter presents detailed anatomy as well as a muscle raising technique of latissimus
dorsi flap. Due to anatomic similarities of latissimus dorsi muscle, the swine flap harvesting …

Plastic compounds have been used for several decades to generate anatomical constructs
for the training of new surgeons and medical students alike. The present study seeks to …