Facial Soft Tissue Trauma
Authors:
- Aisha J McKnightAMAisha J McKnight
- Shayan IzaddoostSIShayan Izaddoost
- 1 November 2010
- journal article
- Published by Georg Thieme Verlag KG in Seminars in Plastic Surgery
- Vol. 24 (04) , 348-356
Abstract
Traumatic facial soft tissue injuries are commonly encountered in the emergency department by plastic surgeons and other providers. Although rarely life-threatening, the treatment of these injuries can be complex and may have significant impact on the patient's facial function and aesthetics. This article provides a review of the relevant literature related to this topic and describes the authors' approach to the evaluation and management of the patient with facial soft tissue injuries.Keywords
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