Anatomy lecture week 2 - Basic skin surgery and suturing Flashcards
1
Q
What is the standard method for removal of small skin lesions ?
A
Elliptical incision
2
Q
What are some of the complications of elliptical incisions?
A
- Nerve injury
- Bleeding (superficial veins)
3
Q
Appreciate the pic of an elliptical incision
A
Elliptical excision ratio should be 3times as long as it is wide