What Is a Skin Reconstruction? By: PetPlace Veterinarians Read
By: Pet Lovers Severe and large wounds can occur in pets. These
wounds are usually created by trauma, such as being hit and
dragged by a car, or they may be associated with burns, gunshots
or animal bites. The wounds can also be created after the
removal of a large tumor where there is insufficient skin to
close the defect. Skin reconstruction is the surgical procedure
used to repair major skin loss or defects. What Are the
Indications for Performing a Skin Reconstruction? Skin
reconstruction is indicated anytime there is a large area of
skin loss than cannot be sutured together. What Preoperative
Examinations or Tests Are Needed Before a Skin Reconstruction?
Preoperative tests depend in part on the age and general health
of the animal as well as the cause of the skin reconstruction.
Most often, blood count, serum biochemical tests and a
urinalysis is performed. In the case of severe trauma or tumor
removal, more extensive tests such as radiograph