Maria Shcherbakova
Researcher of the Scientific Research Institute for Pediatric Surgery at the Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
Title: Application of skin stretching technique for closure of large surface skin defects in children
Biography
Biography: Maria Shcherbakova
Abstract
Large surface skin defect closure after extensive burn trauma remains an important issue in plastic and regenerative surgery. Deficit of intact skin dictates a careful and creative approach to donor skin surfaces. Skin stretching technique using endo expansion device is a promising approach to treat large skin defects. It allows a significant reduction of scar surface area. Application of this technique for free dermal transplants allows receiving skin grafts similar to normal skin.
The goal of this approach is to form a full-thickness skin flap of a desired size in cases where traditional skin donor surface areas are limited or not available. The resulting skin flap could be used on various body parts.
The purpose of the study is to further characterize and advance the method of skin surface expansion for auto-grafting.