{"id":2088,"date":"2025-12-31T09:02:57","date_gmt":"2025-12-31T09:02:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/?page_id=2088"},"modified":"2026-10-20T14:46:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T14:46:18","slug":"post-traumatic-deformities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/en\/hand-surgery\/post-traumatic-deformities\/","title":{"rendered":"Post-Traumatic Deformities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_991949544\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n  <div id=\"page-header-235318560\" class=\"page-header-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"page-title dark simple-title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"page-title-inner container align-center text-center flex-row-col medium-flex-wrap\" >\n              <div class=\"title-wrapper is-xlarge flex-col\">\n          <h1 class=\"entry-title mb-0\">\n            Post-Traumatic Deformities in Ankara, Turkey          <\/h1>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"title-content flex-col\">\n        <div class=\"title-breadcrumbs pb-half pt-half\"><\/div>      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n     \n<style>\n#page-header-235318560 .page-title-inner {\n  min-height: 150px;\n}\n#page-header-235318560 .title-overlay {\n  background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);\n}\n<\/style>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_991949544 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n  background-color: #213360;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_2113732465\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1060311098\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1864782778\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<p>Post-traumatic deformities are shape abnormalities that develop as a result of injuries such as fractures, dislocations, tendon lacerations, or burns not being properly treated. They are common in the hand and fingers and can lead to both aesthetic and functional loss. Early diagnosis and an appropriate treatment process are important.<\/p>\n<p>Among the most common deformities are malunion (healing in an incorrect position), nonunion (failure to heal), joint stiffness, and tendon adhesions. These conditions restrict finger movements, reduce grip strength, and make daily activities difficult. A multidisciplinary approach may be required.<\/p>\n<p>The development of deformity is associated with factors such as the duration of immobilization after trauma, infection, and inappropriate surgical technique. Clinical evaluation is performed with functional tests and imaging methods. In necessary cases, dynamic splinting or neurological examination may be required.<\/p>\n<p>Treatment is planned according to the type and severity of the deformity. Advanced techniques such as surgical corrections, tendon transfers, and bone reconstructions may be applied. The rehabilitation process is as important as surgery and plays a decisive role in restoring function.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Things You Should Know<\/td>\n<td>Information<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Definition<\/td>\n<td>Post-traumatic deformities are structural disruptions in bones, joints, or soft tissues that occur after traumas such as an accident, impact, fracture, dislocation, or soft tissue injury.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Causes<\/td>\n<td>The most common causes include high-energy trauma (traffic accidents, falls), inadequately treated fractures, incorrect bone healing (malunion), healing in the wrong position, or post-treatment complications.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Types<\/td>\n<td>They can be classified as bone deformities (curvature, shortening, rotation), joint deformities (restricted joint motion, abnormal angulation), and soft tissue deformities (muscle contractures, skin retractions).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frequently Affected Areas<\/td>\n<td>Lower extremities (especially the tibia and femur), upper extremities (humerus, radius, ulna), the spine, and facial bones are at risk for the development of post-traumatic deformities.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Symptoms<\/td>\n<td>Visible deformity, restricted motion, leg\/arm length discrepancy, pain, loss of function, gait disturbance, or aesthetic concerns.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diagnostic Methods<\/td>\n<td>Physical examination, X-ray, CT (computed tomography), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), limb length measurement, and range-of-motion assessments are used.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Complications<\/td>\n<td>Chronic pain, early degeneration (osteoarthritis), nerve compression syndromes, gait disorders, functional insufficiencies, psychosocial impact.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Treatment Methods<\/td>\n<td>Surgery (osteotomy, correction with an external fixator, internal fixation, limb-lengthening procedures), physical therapy, orthopedic braces, and rehabilitation approaches.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Surgical Procedures<\/td>\n<td>Surgeries to correct trauma-related deformities include realignment by cutting the bone (osteotomy), correction and lengthening with external fixation devices (such as Ilizarov), and lengthening procedures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Treatment Duration<\/td>\n<td>Varies depending on the type and severity of the deformity and the treatment applied; postoperative healing may usually take several months, and the full rehabilitation process may take longer.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rehabilitation<\/td>\n<td>Includes physiotherapy, range-of-motion exercises, muscle strengthening, gait training, and programs to return to daily living activities.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prevention<\/td>\n<td>Appropriate and timely intervention after trauma, proper fracture treatment, regular follow-up, and rehabilitation are effective in preventing deformity development.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1864782778 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_2113732465 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_978305432\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-744750562\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1239166081\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner dark\" style=\"background-color:#213360;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-middle\"  id=\"row-2064617976\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1547152292\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover border-gorsel x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_206897973\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1-533x800.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1-533x800.webp 533w, https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1-267x400.webp 267w, https:\/\/serdarnasir.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC08566-1.webp 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_206897973 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1547152292 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -10px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1468747199\" class=\"col medium-8 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-1751514687\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong><span style=\"font-size: 110%;\">Prof. Dr. Serdar Nas\u0131r<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"font-size: 63%;\"><br \/>Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Hand Surgery<\/span><\/strong><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1751514687 {\n  font-size: 1.55rem;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-1751514687 {\n    font-size: 1.85rem;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n<p>He completed his medical education at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 and his specialty training between 1996\u20132002 at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.<\/p>\r\n<p>Between 2002\u20132009, he worked at S\u00fcleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.<\/p>\r\n<p>Since 2009, he has been working at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. He received the title of Associate Professor in 2011. In 2019, Dr. Nas\u0131r became a Professor and continues to work as a faculty member in this position.<\/p>\r\n<a href=\"\/en\/about-me\/\" class=\"button white\" style=\"border-radius:5px;\">\n\t\t<span>View More<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1468747199 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -10px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1239166081 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 30px 25px 0px 25px;\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n  border-radius: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_978305432 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1125231198\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1112761134\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1135297604\" 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class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Post-traumatic deformities are disruptions of the normal anatomical alignment of bone and joint structures after fractures, dislocations, tendon, or soft tissue injuries. They may develop due to improper healing, incomplete treatment, or severe tissue damage. This can lead to loss of function, pain, and aesthetic problems. Treatment is planned with corrective osteotomy, soft tissue repair, or reconstructive surgical methods, aiming to improve the function and appearance of the hand.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Post-Traumatic_Deformities_Occur_and_Whom_Do_They_Affect\"><\/span>Why Do Post-Traumatic Deformities Occur and Whom Do They Affect?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When we listen to the stories of patients who apply to plastic surgery clinics, we see that the way the trauma occurs is actually the most important factor that draws the roadmap of treatment. The mechanism of injury gives us critical clues about how much the tissue has been crushed, how contaminated it is, and what the healing potential may be. Our observations and statistical data reveal that the causes of trauma show significant differences among age groups and sexes.<\/p>\n<p>When we look at the adult population, unfortunately, incidents of violence and assault stand out, especially in male patients. These traumas often target the face and can lead to comminuted fractures of the jaw bones. In female patients, the profile shifts somewhat, and domestic accidents or sharp-object injuries are more frequently encountered. In light of these data, the surgeon needs to adopt a holistic approach that manages not only physical repair but also the psychological effects of the traumatic event experienced by the patient.<\/p>\n<p>In children, the situation is much more delicate. In the pediatric group, the vast majority of traumas result from domestic accidents and falls. Children\u2019s curious nature and not-yet-fully developed balance mechanisms make them more prone to facial trauma and hand injuries. Since bone fractures or tissue losses in a growing child can lead to asymmetrical growth or developmental delay in the future, the principle of \u201crepair without harm\u201d is applied much more strictly in treatment. Occupational accidents are usually the main cause of hand injuries, and because they are contaminated, greasy, crush-type injuries, they require a serious struggle with the risk of infection.<\/p>\n<p>Commonly encountered mechanisms in the etiology of trauma are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Traffic accidents<\/li>\n<li>Falls from height<\/li>\n<li>Occupational accidents<\/li>\n<li>Domestic accidents<\/li>\n<li>Assault and violent incidents<\/li>\n<li>Sharp and penetrating instrument injuries<\/li>\n<li>Firearm injuries<\/li>\n<li>Sports injuries<\/li>\n<li>Burns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Are_Fractures_and_Injuries_in_the_Facial_Region_Treated\"><\/span>How Are Fractures and Injuries in the Facial Region Treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The facial region is the most critical area in traumas because it is both the gateway for vital functions (breathing, vision, eating) and the source of our social identity. In facial injuries that we call maxillofacial trauma, the first rule for us is to ensure the continuity of life before aesthetics. Fractured bone fragments or intense swelling due to trauma can obstruct the patient\u2019s airway. Especially in mandibular fractures, the tongue falling backward is an urgent situation that can cause the patient to suffocate. Therefore, our priority is always to secure the airway.<\/p>\n<p>After the patient becomes stable, surgical planning begins. In the repair of facial bones, we have three main goals. The first is to ensure that the teeth come together fully and correctly. If a jaw fracture does not heal properly, the patient will have lifelong chewing difficulty, and this can lead to nutritional problems. Our second goal is to ensure that the jaw joint moves painlessly and without catching. The third goal\u2014and the one the patient notices most when looking in the mirror\u2014is to restore facial symmetry, the projection of the cheekbones, and the nasal line to their pre-trauma state.<\/p>\n<p>To achieve these goals, we sometimes reach fracture lines through incisions made inside the mouth and sometimes through incisions within the scalp. We assemble the fractured pieces like a puzzle and fix them with titanium plates and screws. In soft tissue injuries, we repair while remaining faithful to anatomical layers (muscle, fat, skin). In pediatric patients, the use of plates and screws may inhibit bone growth, so different approaches, sometimes resorbable materials or more conservative methods, may be preferred.<\/p>\n<p>Signs that require surgery in facial trauma include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Malocclusion (bite problems)<\/li>\n<li>Restricted mouth opening<\/li>\n<li>Double vision<\/li>\n<li>Facial numbness<\/li>\n<li>Significant facial asymmetry<\/li>\n<li>Nosebleed<\/li>\n<li>Bruising around the eyes<\/li>\n<li>Depression of the cheekbone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1135297604 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1125231198 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_21785139\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-592964428\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-195993761\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t<div class=\"is-border\"\n\t\tstyle=\"border-color:rgb(33, 51, 96);border-radius:10px;border-width:2px 2px 2px 2px;\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-middle\"  id=\"row-589820034\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-136423495\" class=\"col medium-8 small-12 large-8\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-627508200\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong>Contact us to get information about treatments and create an appointment!<\/strong><\/div>\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-627508200 {\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #213360;\n}\n#text-627508200 > * {\n  color: #213360;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-627508200 {\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1171314868\" class=\"col medium-4 small-12 large-4\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner text-right\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=905330852159\" class=\"button success\" style=\"border-radius:5px;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t<span>Contact via WhatsApp<\/span>\n\t<i class=\"icon-whatsapp\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-195993761 > .col-inner {\n  padding: 30px 15px 0px 15px;\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #col-195993761 > .col-inner {\n    padding: 30px 20px 0px 20px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_21785139 {\n  padding-top: 0px;\n  padding-bottom: 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1507131382\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1128359795\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-863486085\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Missing_Bone_Tissue_Replaced_by_the_Bodys_Self-Repair\"><\/span>How Is Missing Bone Tissue Replaced by the Body\u2019s Self-Repair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some severe traumas, firearm injuries, or infections due to untreated fractures can cause bone tissue loss. In the traditional method, it was necessary to take a piece from another part of the body (for example, the pelvic bone) and transplant it here. However, today, with a method we call \u201cDistraction Osteogenesis,\u201d we can enable the body to produce bone on its own. This method is actually one of the most successful applications of tissue engineering within the body.<\/p>\n<p>The logic is quite simple, but its application requires great precision. The existing bone is surgically cut in a controlled manner and a special device is placed on both ends. After surgery, one waits for about a week; this is called the \u201clatent period\u201d and is necessary for the body to form healing tissue. Then, by turning the screws on the device, the bone ends are gradually separated by about 1 millimeter each day.<\/p>\n<p>This stretching force signals to the body: \u201cThere is a gap here, you need to fill it.\u201d In the gap between the two bone ends, the body begins to produce new, living bone tissue at an incredible rate. Moreover, not only bone but also the muscles, vessels, nerves, and skin surrounding the bone lengthen along with this stretching. In other words, all missing tissues are expanded simultaneously. Especially in jaw deficiencies or large bone gaps, this method provides results that are much higher quality and more permanent than bringing bone from outside.<\/p>\n<p>Situations in which distraction osteogenesis is used include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Traumatic bone defects<\/li>\n<li>Mandibular deficiency<\/li>\n<li>Lengthening of short bones<\/li>\n<li>Non-healed fractures<\/li>\n<li>Skull deformities<\/li>\n<li>Alveolar bone insufficiencies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Burn_and_Wound_Scars_Be_Eliminated_by_Expanding_Skin_Tissue\"><\/span>How Can Burn and Wound Scars Be Eliminated by Expanding Skin Tissue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Extensive burn scars on the face, neck, or scalp, or large scars left after a traffic accident can isolate patients from social life. Technically, it is possible to take a skin graft from the leg or abdomen to repair these areas, but aesthetically the result can be disappointing. This is because the color, texture, and thickness of skin from other parts of the body do not match the face. This is where \u201ctissue expander\u201d applications come into play.<\/p>\n<p>The basic philosophy of this method is \u201crepair like with like.\u201d A deflated balloon is surgically placed under the healthy skin right next to the damaged or scarred area. After the stitches heal, the balloon is inflated at weekly intervals by injecting saline from the outside. This process is very similar to how abdominal skin expands during pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p>As the balloon inflates, the healthy skin over it stretches, expands, and increases in surface area. Once sufficient excess skin is obtained (which may take 2\u20133 months), a second surgery is performed. The balloon is removed, the unsightly scar or burn tissue next to it is excised, and the newly expanded healthy skin is advanced to cover the area. As a result, a repair is achieved with no color mismatch, excellent tissue harmony, and (if it is scalp) a hair-bearing reconstruction.<\/p>\n<p>The advantages of using a tissue expander are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent color match<\/li>\n<li>Similar tissue quality<\/li>\n<li>Hair follicle transfer<\/li>\n<li>Preservation of sensation<\/li>\n<li>Low donor-site morbidity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Tissue_Transfer_Microsurgery_Performed_from_Another_Part_of_the_Body\"><\/span>How Is Tissue Transfer (Microsurgery) Performed from Another Part of the Body?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes the traumas we encounter are so severe that there is not enough skin, muscle, or bone left in the area to repair. Simple tissue advancement or expanders are not sufficient to close these massive defects. In these seemingly \u201chopeless\u201d situations, microsurgical methods come into play. Microsurgery is the transfer of a tissue block taken from one part of the body together with its vessels to the trauma area, and suturing these vessels to the local vessels under a microscope.<\/p>\n<p>These operations are considered the pinnacle of plastic surgery. Using suture materials much thinner than a hair, vessels with a diameter of 1\u20132 millimeters are sutured to each other. During this procedure, the surgeon must have steady hands, be patient, and work with technical perfection. Because even a single suture error can cause the vessel to clot and the transferred tissue to die.<\/p>\n<p>Tissue is commonly harvested from the thigh (ALT flap), the back (Latissimus Dorsi muscle), or the forearm. These tissues are called \u201cfree flaps.\u201d For example, in a patient whose bone is exposed due to a major accident in the leg, muscle tissue harvested from the back can be transferred. This muscle tissue not only closes the defect but also fights infection and accelerates fracture healing thanks to the rich blood circulation it brings. Microsurgery has enabled the salvage of many limbs that previously would have required amputation.<\/p>\n<p>Commonly used donor sites for microsurgical tissue transfer include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Anterior thigh<\/li>\n<li>Back region<\/li>\n<li>Inner forearm<\/li>\n<li>Abdominal region<\/li>\n<li>Fibula bone<\/li>\n<li>Pelvic bone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Limb_Loss_Be_Prevented_in_Lower_Leg_and_Foot_Injuries\"><\/span>How Can Limb Loss Be Prevented in Lower Leg and Foot Injuries?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The lower extremity, namely the area below the knee and around the ankle, is one of the most challenging regions for plastic surgeons. This is due to its anatomical structure: on the anterior surface of the shin bone (tibia), there is almost no muscle or fat tissue under the skin. The skin lies directly over the bone. Therefore, in a high-energy trauma such as a motorcycle accident, the skin can easily tear and the bone comes into contact with the external environment.<\/p>\n<p>In such open fractures, a race against time begins. When bone is exposed, it dries out and becomes vulnerable to infection. If infection settles in the bone (osteomyelitis), treatment can turn into a nightmare lasting months or even years. In reconstructions in this region, the priority is \u201csaving the leg\u201d and \u201cpreserving walking function,\u201d rather than aesthetic concerns.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing muscle tissue from another region with microsurgical methods is often the most reliable approach. Since muscle tissue has a very rich vascular structure, it facilitates antibiotics reaching the area and fills dead spaces. If there is tissue loss in the heel or sole, regaining sensation is also important, because an insensate sole can lead to recurrent wounds while walking.<\/p>\n<p>The goals in lower extremity reconstruction are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Coverage of the bone<\/li>\n<li>Prevention of infection<\/li>\n<li>Restoration of walking function<\/li>\n<li>Ability to wear shoes<\/li>\n<li>Preservation of sensation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-863486085 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -45px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1507131382 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_416034734\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-527092817\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1269587185\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  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class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1739290682\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-383213043\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Functions_Be_Restored_in_Hand_and_Finger_Injuries\"><\/span>Can Functions Be Restored in Hand and Finger Injuries?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The hand is the most important organ for perceiving the world and performing daily tasks. A large proportion of occupational accidents affect the hands. In hand surgery, our criterion for success is whether the patient can button a shirt, hold a glass, or return to work. In other words, we work with a completely function-focused approach.<\/p>\n<p>When the tendons that move the fingers are cut, it is not enough to suture them end to end. During healing, the tendons must not adhere to surrounding tissues and must glide comfortably within their sheath. Unfortunately, the body\u2019s healing mechanism can sometimes lead to adhesions, and the finger may remain immobile. Therefore, as much as the surgery, the physical therapy process afterward is also critical.<\/p>\n<p>Nerve injuries are a more complex process. When a nerve is cut, that area of the hand becomes numb. A numb hand is constantly prone to burns or cuts because protective reflexes do not function. With nerve repairs performed under a microscope, sensory recovery is targeted; however, nerves heal very slowly (approximately 1 mm per day) and require patience.<\/p>\n<p>Common types of injuries encountered in hand surgery include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tendon lacerations<\/li>\n<li>Nerve lacerations<\/li>\n<li>Finger amputations<\/li>\n<li>Nail bed injuries<\/li>\n<li>Hand bone fractures<\/li>\n<li>Skin defects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Are_Fractures_Around_the_Eye_and_Orbital_Floor_Depression_Corrected\"><\/span>How Are Fractures Around the Eye and Orbital Floor Depression Corrected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hard impacts to the eye area such as a punch, ball strike, or traffic accident can cause fractures of the bony framework that protects the eyeball. The eyeball sits in a socket surrounded by strong bones; however, the floor and medial wall of this socket are as thin as paper. At the moment of impact, the eyeball is compressed and, due to pressure, it fractures these thin walls and herniates into the sinus cavities. This is called a \u201cblow-out\u201d fracture.<\/p>\n<p>In this situation, the muscles that move the eye and the surrounding fat tissue can become trapped in the fracture line. The patient has difficulty looking upward and complains of double vision. In addition, due to herniated tissues, the eyeball sinks backward and downward (enophthalmos). This leads to a \u201cdark, sunken, and smaller eye\u201d appearance.<\/p>\n<p>In treatment, we reach the fracture line through invisible incisions made from inside the eyelid or right along the lash line. We release the entrapped muscle and fat tissues and reposition them back into the orbit. We then reconstruct the bony defect with titanium meshes or special porous polyethylene implants, creating a new orbital floor. In this way, both eye movements improve and the eye regains its previous volume and position.<\/p>\n<p>Findings that require surgical intervention include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Persistent double vision<\/li>\n<li>Sunken eyeball<\/li>\n<li>Restricted eye movements<\/li>\n<li>Large floor fractures<\/li>\n<li>Evidence of muscle entrapment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Treatments_Are_Used_for_Poorly_Healing_Scars_and_Keloids\"><\/span>Which Treatments Are Used for Poorly Healing Scars and Keloids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every trauma and every surgical incision leaves a scar; \u201cscarless surgery\u201d is biologically impossible. However, the goal is for the scar to be barely noticeable. In some patients, due to genetic predisposition or wound infection, the healing process goes off track. Raised, firm, red, itchy, and painful tissues called \u201ckeloids\u201d or \u201chypertrophic scars\u201d may form. Keloids are structures that extend beyond the wound borders and tend to grow like a tumor, causing significant discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>In the treatment of such problematic scars, performing surgery alone (cutting out the scar and re-suturing) is usually a mistake. Because keloids \u201clike\u201d trauma and can come back even larger with surgical trauma (recurrence). Therefore, the current approach is \u201cmultimodal,\u201d meaning multiple treatments.<\/p>\n<p>In our treatment protocol, we generally suppress elevation and itching by injecting corticosteroids into the scar at certain intervals. With laser technologies (Pulsed Dye Laser or Fractional Laser), we reduce vascularity and fade the color of the scar. Silicone gels and pressure garments are also essential. In highly resistant cases, applying low-dose radiotherapy immediately after surgical excision is one of the most effective methods to prevent recurrence.<\/p>\n<p>Methods used in scar treatment include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Intralesional steroid injection<\/li>\n<li>Silicone gels and sheets<\/li>\n<li>Pressure garments<\/li>\n<li>Pulsed Dye Laser<\/li>\n<li>Fractional Laser<\/li>\n<li>Cryotherapy (freezing)<\/li>\n<li>Radiotherapy<\/li>\n<li>Surgical revision<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Are_Depressions_and_Deformities_Corrected_with_the_Bodys_Own_Fat_Tissue\"><\/span>How Are Depressions and Deformities Corrected with the Body\u2019s Own Fat Tissue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After post-traumatic healing is complete, there may sometimes be depressions, irregularities, or tethering due to scar tissue adhering to the underlying bone. These can create shadowing under light and make the deformity more noticeable. In treating such contour deformities, the patient\u2019s own fat tissue (lipofilling) can be used as an excellent natural filler.<\/p>\n<p>Fat harvested with fine cannulas from the abdomen, hips, or inner knee is processed and purified. This \u201cliquid gold\u201d is injected into the depressed areas using very fine cannulas. Fat tissue not only fills the defect; it also improves the quality of damaged, hardened, and discolored skin in that area thanks to the rich stem cells it contains. We call this a regenerative effect.<\/p>\n<p>Fat injection is also very effective in releasing adhesions beneath traumatic scars and softening the skin. However, it should be known that part of the injected fat (between 30% and 50%) may be absorbed by the body over time. Therefore, to achieve permanent and complete fullness, the procedure may need to be repeated a few times at intervals of 3\u20136 months. Unlike synthetic fillers, the fat tissue that survives remains permanent for life, and since it is the person\u2019s own tissue, it does not carry an allergy risk.<\/p>\n<p>The benefits of fat injection include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Adding volume<\/li>\n<li>Improving skin quality<\/li>\n<li>Softening scar tissue<\/li>\n<li>Natural appearance<\/li>\n<li>No allergy risk<\/li>\n<li>Stem cell support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_the_Postoperative_Healing_Process_and_Care_Be_Like\"><\/span>What Should the Postoperative Healing Process and Care Be Like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A successful reconstructive surgery does not end with the last suture placed in the operating room; on the contrary, a new process begins. The healing period requires complete cooperation between the physician and the patient. No matter how perfectly the surgeon performs, if the patient does not follow postoperative instructions, the outcome can be disappointing.<\/p>\n<p>Especially in patients who undergo microsurgery or tissue transfer, blood circulation is very delicate. Smoking is the greatest enemy of such surgeries because it constricts vessels and reduces blood flow. In a patient who smokes, wound healing is delayed, the risk of infection increases, and the likelihood of transferred tissue loss rises. Therefore, smoking must be stopped completely.<\/p>\n<p>Nutrition also forms the building blocks of healing. The body needs protein, vitamins (especially vitamin C), and minerals (such as zinc) to produce new tissue. In addition, keeping the head or the affected limb above heart level for edema control and applying cold packs in the first days increases comfort. In hand or leg injuries that require physical therapy, the patient\u2019s adherence to exercises is vital to prevent joint stiffness.<\/p>\n<p>Postoperative points to pay attention to include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stopping smoking<\/li>\n<li>Protein-rich nutrition<\/li>\n<li>Adequate water intake<\/li>\n<li>Protecting the area from trauma<\/li>\n<li>Regular use of prescribed medications<\/li>\n<li>Hygienic wound care<\/li>\n<li>Protection from the sun<\/li>\n<li>Physical therapy exercises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<div id=\"text-2324674099\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-2324674099 {\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-91889408\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-91889408-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-after-what-types-of-injuries-do-post-traumatic-deformities-occur?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-91889408-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>After what types of injuries do post-traumatic deformities occur?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-91889408-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-91889408-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>If traumas such as fractures, dislocations, burns, and soft tissue crush injuries do not heal properly, they can lead to permanent deformities. These deformities usually develop in bone or joint alignment.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-872007390\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-872007390-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-when-do-post-traumatic-deformities-become-permanent?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-872007390-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>When do post-traumatic deformities become permanent?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-872007390-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-872007390-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>When not properly treated or when the healing process is not managed correctly, post-traumatic deformities can become permanent within a few weeks to a few months. In children of growing age, this process may progress faster.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2334411220\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2334411220-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-factors-increase-the-risk-of-post-traumatic-deformities?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2334411220-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What factors increase the risk of post-traumatic deformities?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2334411220-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2334411220-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Inadequate medical intervention, incorrect casting, noncompliance with treatment, advanced age, bone weakness, diabetes, and infections are the main factors that increase the risk of developing deformities.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2564417502\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2564417502-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-which-imaging-methods-are-used-for-post-traumatic-deformities?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2564417502-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Which imaging methods are used for post-traumatic deformities?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2564417502-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2564417502-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>X-ray, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are used to evaluate the extent of the deformity and its structural effects. When necessary, surgical decisions are supported with three-dimensional planning.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2844906269\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2844906269-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-effective-is-physical-therapy-in-post-traumatic-deformities?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2844906269-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How effective is physical therapy in post-traumatic deformities?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2844906269-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2844906269-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Physical therapy started early can help preserve joint range of motion and slow the progression of deformity. However, if there are significant structural problems, physical therapy alone may not be sufficient.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2528588602\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2528588602-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-are-post-traumatic-facial-deformities-treated?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2528588602-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How are post-traumatic facial deformities treated?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2528588602-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2528588602-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Deformities that develop after facial trauma are usually corrected with reconstructive surgery. Aesthetic and functional recovery is targeted; prostheses or implants may be used when necessary.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3544591981\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3544591981-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-do-post-traumatic-deformities-affect-growth-in-children?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3544591981-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How do post-traumatic deformities affect growth in children?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3544591981-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3544591981-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>In children, post-traumatic bone deformities can affect growth plates and lead to limb shortening or angulation. With regular follow-up and surgical intervention when necessary, these effects can be reduced.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1751536245\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1751536245-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-are-post-traumatic-hand-and-finger-deformities-corrected?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1751536245-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How are post-traumatic hand and finger deformities corrected?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1751536245-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1751536245-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Deformities in the hand and fingers can be corrected with tendon transfers, arthrodesis, or reconstructive surgical methods. Intensive rehabilitation is required after treatment to restore function.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2297181290\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2297181290-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-can-post-traumatic-spinal-deformities-lead-to-permanent-disability?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2297181290-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Can post-traumatic spinal deformities lead to permanent disability?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2297181290-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2297181290-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Yes, if spinal traumas are not properly treated, permanent disabilities such as kyphosis, curvature, and paralysis due to nerve compression may develop. Early surgical intervention may be required in some cases.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-86801333\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-86801333-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-are-the-psychological-effects-of-post-traumatic-deformities?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-86801333-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What are the psychological effects of post-traumatic deformities?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-86801333-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-86801333-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Changes in body appearance can lead to loss of self-confidence, social isolation, anxiety, and depression. Psychological support is very important, especially in deformities in visible areas such as the face and hands.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2604025462\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2604025462-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-which-department-or-doctor-should-be-consulted-for-post-traumatic-deformities?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2604025462-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Which Department or Doctor Should Be Consulted for Post-Traumatic Deformities?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2604025462-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2604025462-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>For the treatment of post-traumatic deformities, the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery department should be consulted. 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