Published with the inputs from Dr Krishna Kumar K S, Senior Consultant & Chief, Plastic, Aesthetic And Reconstructive Surgery, Baby Memorial Hospitals- Kozhikode
Reconstructive surgery is performed to restore form and function to parts of the body affected by congenital defects, trauma, burns, infections, or cancer surgeries. Unlike cosmetic surgery, which focuses mainly on appearance, reconstructive surgery addresses medical, functional, and aesthetic needs to help patients regain normal life.
Reconstructive surgery involves surgical procedures that repair and restore body structures that are abnormal due to birth defects, trauma, burns, or medical conditions like cancer.
It may be recommended for:
Both may overlap in certain procedures (e.g., breast reconstruction also improves aesthetics).
Yes. These procedures are safe when performed by specialized surgeons. Risks like infection, scarring, or healing delays depend on the patient’s condition and are carefully managed in advanced centers.
If you or a loved one requires reconstruction after trauma, burns, cancer surgery, or congenital conditions, the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Team at Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) provides advanced reconstructive procedures, including microsurgery, flap surgery, and cancer reconstruction, with excellent outcomes.
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