Microsurgery is a highly specialised form of reconstructive plastic surgery that transplants healthy tissue from one part of the body to another part that may be injured or in need of repair. The goal is to salvage and restore form and function, allowing patients to maintain the best quality of life possible given their injury or disease.
Microsurgical reconstruction is complex surgery requiring a team approach. Mr Fitzgerald O'Connor will oversee the plastic surgery element with responsibility for any soft tissue.
You may require microsurgical reconstructive surgery if you:
Have experienced a traumatic injury with damage to the soft tissue, such as an open fracture.
Have had breast cancer and require a mastectomy and breast reconstruction.
Have lost function in your arms or legs.
Have had soft tissue removed due to cancer.
Have a congenital condition resulting in a functional deficiency.
The area of the body from where the healthy tissue is harvested, is generally closed with a straight line scar. The area where the tissue is moved to will also be subject to scarring.
In terms of how the scars will heal and fade over time, everyone is different and the appearance will depend on skin tone, elasticity and how your skin heals. Scar massage can help improve the appearance and functionality of scar tissue.
I perform all of my operations at leading London hospitals with full emergency care available. As with any surgical procedure, it's essential we discuss risks together so you are fully informed of what you are undertaking.
While most patients experience no significant complications, potential risks include:
Working at top teaching hospitals and private hospitals across London, easily accessible from Waterloo, Victoria and London Bridge stations, including a new clinic at Battersea Power Station.
Westminster Bridge Consulting Rooms
Westminster Bridge Rd
Lambeth, London
SE1 7EH
Cleveland Clinic London
33 Grosvenor Pl
London
SW1X 7HY
HCA Healthcare UK,
The Shard, 32 St Thomas St,
London
SE1 9BS
1st Floor,
Turbine Hall B,
Battersea Power Station,
London
SW11 8DD
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