International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology (2003) 67, 1273 BOOK REVIEW Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: A Problem-Solving Manual Ira Papel, Thieme, New York, 2002, ISBN, 608 pp, 1600 illustrations The first edition of this text is a classic in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. It is a well es- tablished, comprehensive source in otolaryngology residency programs, facial plastic and reconstruc- tive surgery fellowships and boards review. In the 10 years since its publication, much has advanced in this field. As stated by Dr. Papel in his preface, ‘‘the rapid development of new technologies and tech- niques has made this update even more essential’’. The text is divided into six sections: principles of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, aesthetic facial surgery, functional and aesthetic surgery of the nose, reconstructive surgery of the head and neck, trauma, and, of primary interest here, con- genital and pediatric facial plastic surgery. Each section is comprised of 8-18 chapters. The authors of each chapter are well respected and estab- lished leaders in the field, each providing their own expertise. Most chapters include actual patient photos as well as descriptive drawings to illustrate techniques. The section dedicated to congenital and pedi- atric facial plastic surgery contains comprehensive material. It begins with an in-depth chapter on the embryology of the face and evaluation and treat- ment of cranial synostoses. Congenital auricular malformations and grading of microtias are then discussed, followed by two chapters on cleft lip and palate deformities. These chapters include classifi- cation of deformities, timing of repair for alveolar, nasal and orthognathic symptoms, and work up for speech pathology. Very unique to this book is a chapter focused solely on cleft lip rhinoplasty, in- cluding variations of deformities and their respec- tive treatment options. Intermediate and definitive surgical repair is described with elaboration on the subject of bilateral cleft lip nasal deformity. Finally, orthognathic surgery and velopharyngeal inadequacy are reviewed, focusing on palatoplasty and the Furlow technique. In terms of a surgical atlas, this book an excel- lent overview of techniques. For example, in chap- ter 22, entitled ‘‘Injectable and Implantable Ma- terials for Facial Wrinkles’’, the authors provide a step-by-step description of the Ultrasoft technique with patient photos as well as before and after pic- tures. And Section III, the longest, consists of 11 chapters on rhinoplasty alone, from facial analysis to nasal tip to reconstruction of the nasal septum. The reconstructive and trauma component is quite comprehensive as well. Skin grafts, local, regional and free flaps are discussed, and there are individual chapters for each facial subunit. Plating, including use of resorbable plates, is also described. One minor problem with the book is the incon- sistency of chapter format. Some chapters include patient assessment, basic anatomy, physiology, and complications while others focus mainly on technique. The illustration style also differs from chapter to chapter. However, this inconsistency is incumbent in any text where each chapter is written by different authors. Another shortcoming is that other approaches for the midface, such as transcon- juntival, temporal lift, and deep plane facelift, and complications of blepharoplasty were not well addressed. Also, the chapter from the first edition addressing brow ptosis, an excellent basic sci- ence and clinical reference, was omitted from this edition. Overall, this book is an excellent standard text for residents, fellows, and general otolaryngologists with interest in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Many advances have been made since the first edition was published making this second edi- tion well worth owning. L.D. Dahl∗ R.B. Patel Department of Otolaryngology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Third Floor, 3400 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467, USA ∗Corresponding author. E-mail addresses:
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