Since the first facial transplantation in 2005, 28 have been done worldwide with
encouraging immunological, functional, psychological, and aesthetic outcomes. Unlike solid …

Background Multiple reconstructive procedures are common for the reconstruction of
complex facial deformities of skin, soft tissues, bony structures, and functional subunits, such …

Unlike conventional reconstruction, facial transplantation seeks to correct severe deformities
in a single operation. We report on three patients who received full-face transplants at our …

Composite tissue allotransplantations can be indicated when autologous transfers fail to
restore human appearance. We report the reproducibility, difficulties, serious adverse events …

The first facial transplantation in 2005 ushered in a new era in reconstructive surgery,
offering new possibilities for the repair of severe disfigurements previously limited by …

Background: Severe complex facial injuries are difficult to reconstruct and require multiple
surgical procedures. The potential of performing complex craniofacial reconstruction in one …

Background: Ten years after the first face transplantation, the available data in peer-
reviewed literature, various media outlets, and recent specialty meetings and courses are …

The objective of this review article is to summarize the published details and media citations
for all seven face transplants performed to date to point out deficiencies in those reports so …

Background: The central face high-energy avulsive injury has been frequently encountered
and predictably managed at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. However, despite …

Background: Reconstruction of extensive facial and scalp burns can be increasingly
challenging, especially in patients that have undergone multiple procedures with less than …