Assessment
We analyze the defect, exposed structures, and functional need.
When is this treatment appropriate?
During the consultation, we assess whether this treatment fits your situation.
Not sure whether soft tissue reconstruction is right for you?
Let us guide youOften suitable for
Defect after trauma
Defect after cancer surgery
Defect after burns
Exposed bone or neurovascular structures
How does the treatment work?
The reconstructive ladder progresses from skin grafts to local flaps and pedicled flaps to free flaps with microsurgical tissue transfer.
Where possible, tissue from a nearby zone is used. The donor site is burdened as little as possible.
Microsurgical free flap surgery and perforator surgery offer additional reconstructive options.
Coverage
A defect is safely covered when simple wound healing is not sufficient.
Restore function
The reconstruction takes the function of structures into account.
Choose tissue
The least burdensome donor site and the appropriate step on the reconstructive ladder are chosen.
For soft tissue reconstruction we choose an approach that fits your expectations, with precise technique and smooth recovery.
Dr. Thomas Muyldermans
Book your consultation hereFrom consultation to recovery
A clear path with personal guidance, from the first conversation to a beautiful and natural result.
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Plan
We choose the reconstruction technique and donor site with as little burden as possible.
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Procedure
The chosen reconstruction can range from a skin graft to a free microsurgical flap.
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Follow-up
Wound healing, coverage, and function are monitored.
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Hospital care
These procedures are performed at Jessa Hospital.
Frequently asked questions
What is the reconstructive ladder?
A stepwise choice from skin grafts, local flaps, and pedicled flaps to free microsurgical flaps.
When is simple wound healing not sufficient?
When wound healing is not possible or desirable, or when vital neurovascular structures or bone must be covered.
Why is the donor site important?
Tissue must be taken from somewhere; therefore we aim for as little burden as possible at the donor site.
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