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Chronic Osteomyelitis
#chronic osteomyelitis, #osteomyelitis, #open fracture, #shinbone, #tibia, #bone infection, #flap surgery, #multidisciplinary care, #seeing double, #overlapping images
Chronic osteomyelitis is a condition in which bone is infected by bacteria and inflammation persists for a long time. It most often occurs after an open fracture (a fracture in which the bone is exposed to the outside). It is difficult to treat and often recurs, so care at a specialized medical institution is important.2026-06-26
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Diabetic Foot (Diabetic Foot Ulcer)
#diabetic foot, #diabetic foot ulcer, #diabetic complications, #lower limb reconstruction, #amputation, #blood vessels, #neuropathy
Diabetic foot (diabetic foot ulcer) is a complication of diabetes in which an ulcer (sore) forms on the foot and does not heal well. If it is not detected early and treated appropriately, amputation of the foot or leg may become necessary. If you have diabetes, check your feet often, and do not leave even a small wound unattended; please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Lower Extremity Reconstruction
#lower extremity reconstruction, #flap surgery, #skin grafting, #microsurgery, #amputation
Lower extremity reconstruction is surgery that restores a severely injured leg — damaged by trauma or disease — without amputation. Evaluation by a plastic and reconstructive surgery specialist is essential to determine whether the leg can be saved.2026-06-26
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Microsurgical Reconstruction (Free Flap and Perforator Flap Surgery)
#microsurgical reconstruction, #free flap, #perforator flap, #lower limb reconstruction, #head and neck reconstruction, #microvascular surgery
Microsurgical reconstruction is surgery in which tissue taken from another part of the patient's own body is transplanted to repair a large defect in the skin or tissue caused by conditions such as trauma, cancer, or diabetes. It is a highly complex operation in which blood vessels 1–2 mm in diameter are connected under a microscope, and it is used for legs at risk of amputation and for repairing defects after head and neck cancer surgery.2026-06-26
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma
#soft tissue sarcoma, #sarcoma, #extremity sarcoma, #soft tissue tumor, #soft tissue neoplasm, #rare cancer, #malignant tumor, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet
Soft tissue sarcoma is a malignant tumor (cancer) that arises in the soft tissues of the body, such as muscle, fat, blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. It is a very rare cancer, and early detection and treatment are important. If you have a lump on your body that keeps growing over several months, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Types of Breast Reconstruction
#Breast reconstruction, #Breast cancer, #Immediate reconstruction, #Delayed reconstruction, #Implant, #Autologous tissue, #Plastic surgery, #Body swelling, #Face swelling, #Leg swelling, #Swollen hands and feet
Breast reconstruction is surgery that restores a breast affected by a congenital or acquired defect. After breast cancer surgery, it can help patients overcome feelings of loss and depression, restore a sense of womanhood, and improve quality of life. It can also help prevent lymphedema and support physical balance.2026-06-26