Reconstructive
Reconstructive Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery (pronunciation: /ˌriːkənˈstrʌktɪv ˈsɜːrdʒəri/) is a specialized branch of surgery that is involved in the restoration of form and function of the body's structures that have been damaged due to injury, disease, or congenital defects.
Etymology
The term 'Reconstructive Surgery' is derived from the Latin words 're-' meaning 'again' and 'construere' meaning 'to build'. This term was first used in the medical field in the late 19th century.
Related Terms
- Plastic Surgery: A surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two main categories: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.
- Cosmetic Surgery: A type of plastic surgery that aims to improve a person's appearance, but it should be approached with caution.
- Microsurgery: A general term for surgery requiring an operating microscope.
- Orthopedic Surgery: The branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Trauma Surgery: The branch of surgical medicine that deals with treating injuries caused by an impact.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Reconstructive
- Wikipedia's article - Reconstructive
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