Plastic Surgery Basics
An introduction to plastic surgery, discussing the reconstructive ladder, various types of tissue flaps and basic management of burns.
Necrotising Fasciitis – an overview
An overview of necrotising fasciitis, including symptoms, signs, investigations and management.
Burns – an overview
A plastic surgery article providing an overview of burns, including assessment and management.
Why Plastic is Fantastic
Plastic surgery is one of the most diverse and exciting of all the surgical disciplines but at times rather mysterious and a little misunderstood. In this article, I aim to introduce you to the basics of a discipline that has kept me interested and learning for the last 20 years.
Vertical Mattress Suture – OSCE guide
This guide demonstrates how to perform a vertical mattress suture, including step-by-step images and a video of the procedure.
Horizontal Mattress Suture – OSCE guide
A guide to performing horizontal mattress sutures, including step-by-step images and a video demonstration of the procedure.
