Use of the Tumescent Technique for Scalp Surgery, Dermabrasion, and Soft Tissue Reconstruction
- 1 February 1992
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
- Vol. 18 (2) , 130-135
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1524-4725.1992.tb02444.x
Abstract
Application of the tumescent anesthetic technique in scalp surgery, dermabrasion, and soft tissue reconstruction is discussed. Vasoconstriction achieved by using tumescent anesthesia reduces bleeding even with dilute (1:320,000) epinephrine. Tumescent anesthesia also offers the advantages of decreased absorption at the site of infiltration, increased anesthetic infiltration, delayed absorption and lower peak blood plasma levels, and a longer lasting anesthetic effect.Keywords
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