Written for plastic surgeons, otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, this volume outlines the science, clinical problems and treatment methods, and future therapeutic options for healing skin, bone, cartilage, nerves, muscle, and mucosa inside the mouth, on the face, and around the neck. Hom (facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, U. of Cincinnati College of Medicine) et al. assemble 32 chapters that address the healing features of specific tissues; treatment such as debridement; burns; radiation; nutrition; controlling infection; hyperbaric oxygen; blood products and growth factors in healing; dressings and ointments; adipose tissues; and other issues. Chapters are contributed by specialists in otolaryngology, plastic surgery, nursing, dermatology, surgery, bioengineering, and other medical disciplines, mostly in the US. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Read Less