Tag: Skin grafting

Affecting over 5 million people in the United States and over 200 million worldwide, lymphedema is a chronic and progressive condition caused by impaired lymphatic drainage. For the most extreme cases, a radical surgical intervention known as the Charles procedure may be one of the few remaining options.

Approximately 1-5% of autologous and 5-20% of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplants experience graft failure, a serious complication that can occur for numerous complex reasons. Understanding what are the reasons for the failure of grafting is essential for both patients and clinicians to improve outcomes and mitigate risks.

Approximately 100 million patients worldwide develop scars annually, many of which can cause cosmetic concerns or functional limitations. Understanding the possibilities of modern medicine can provide hope for those affected. So, can scar tissue be removed in surgery, and what does that process truly entail?