The need for reconstructive surgery may arise as a result of injury (trauma), cancer or congenital (birth) defects, and as a Specialist Plastic Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr Yang has extensive experience in reconstructing a wide range of problems.
These procedures can be quite involved and often require proficiencies in technically demanding surgical skills such as microsurgery. They are usually part of a multidisciplinary team approach with other surgical specialties being involved with the operation.
Even the most simple-looking issue can necessitate complex surgery. Whether the reconstruction is in the head and neck region, upper limb, lower limb or torso, the aims of the reconstruction are always to try to restore or maintain function, minimise pain, allow for uncomplicated healing and be as cosmetically appropriate as possible.