Reconstructive Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine: The Emerging Interface

Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation is a rapidly advancing field of transplantation and regenerative medicine, including face, hand, uterus, larynx, tongue, penis, and trachea transplants, using grafts derived from organ donors. Cell therapies and non-invasive imaging of neuroregeneration are used to improve functional outcomes after transplant.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 213 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of transplantation and regenerative medicine, which has witnessed remarkable advancements and innovations. This fusion of reconstructive plastic surgery and transplantation, known as Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation (VCA), has brought about the possibility of performing complex transplants, including those for the face, hand, uterus, larynx, tongue, penis, and trachea. Moreover, it encompasses various body part transplants utilizing grafts derived from organ donors. The prevalence of these types of transplants has increased significantly in recent years. Furthermore, cell therapies aimed at immunomodulation have emerged as powerful tools to support immune responses after transplantation, while non-invasive imaging techniques have been developed to enhance functional outcomes following transplant procedures.

The field of transplantation and regenerative medicine has experienced a remarkable surge in progress and innovation. This transformative merger of reconstructive plastic surgery and transplantation, known as Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation (VCA), has opened up new avenues for complex transplants, including those for the face, hand, uterus, larynx, tongue, penis, and trachea. Moreover, it encompasses a wide range of body part transplants utilizing grafts derived from organ donors. The prevalence of these types of transplants has witnessed a significant increase in recent years.

In addition to these advancements, cell therapies aimed at immunomodulation have emerged as powerful tools to support immune responses after transplantation. These therapies utilize cells to modulate the immune system and enhance the chances of successful transplantation. Furthermore, non-invasive imaging techniques have been developed to monitor neuroregeneration and improve functional outcomes after transplant procedures.

The integration of reconstructive plastic surgery and transplantation has led to a paradigm shift in the treatment of various medical conditions. It has expanded the possibilities for patients with debilitating conditions, offering them hope for a better quality of life. As the field continues to evolve, it is anticipated that more innovative therapies and techniques will emerge, further improving the outcomes of transplantation and regenerative medicine.

Weight: 410g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032116761