Plastic surgery is often associated with cosmetic procedures, but its role goes far beyond appearance. Plastic and reconstructive surgery can help restore function, repair damaged tissues, correct congenital conditions and reconstruct areas affected by injuries, burns or disease. Depending on the condition, treatment may involve the skin, soft tissues, nerves, blood vessels, hands, face, breasts or other parts of the body.
As Vydehi Hospital completes 25 years of its healthcare journey, its Plastic Surgery department continues to provide care across a wide range of reconstructive plastic surgery, microsurgery, hand, burn, congenital and aesthetic needs. Selected procedures are available at applicable government tariff rates as part of the Silver Jubilee offering, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
Plastic surgery includes both reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. Reconstructive surgery focuses on restoring form and function after an injury, burn, cancer treatment, congenital condition, or other tissue loss. Aesthetic plastic surgery focuses on changing or improving specific physical features based on an individual’s needs and suitability.
The right procedure depends on several factors, including the condition being treated, the extent of tissue damage, functional requirements, previous treatment and the patient’s overall health. A specialist consultation is therefore an important first step before deciding on any surgical treatment.
Reconstructive plastic surgery may be required when skin, soft tissue or other structures have been damaged or lost because of trauma, surgery, infection or disease.
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Burn injuries can sometimes lead to scars, restricted movement and contractures even after the initial wound has healed. Burn reconstruction may be used as part of the reconstruction and rehabilitation process.
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The hands contain complex structures such as nerves, tendons and blood vessels. Hand surgery and microsurgery may help manage selected traumatic injuries, deformities and conditions affecting hand function.
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Some children are born with conditions affecting the lips, palate, ears, fingers or other structures. Congenital plastic surgery can form part of their treatment plan, depending on the condition and individual needs.
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Facial injuries, congenital conditions and tissue loss can affect both appearance and function. Facial reconstruction may be used to reconstruct affected areas of the face, nose, eyelids and surrounding tissues.
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Plastic surgery also includes selected breast reconstruction and aesthetic procedures. Breast reconstruction may be considered following breast cancer surgery, while aesthetic plastic surgery procedures are performed based on individual goals and medical suitability.
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A plastic surgery consultation generally begins with a discussion about the patient’s condition, concerns and medical history. The surgeon may perform a clinical examination and recommend investigations when required.
The treatment plan is then based on the patient’s condition, the structures involved, functional requirements and overall health. For complex cases, treatment may involve coordination between plastic surgery and other specialities.
Every plastic surgery journey is different. For some, the goal may be to regain movement after an injury; for others, it may be to address a congenital condition, rebuild tissue after cancer treatment, or manage the effects of a burn. What matters is having the right treatment plan for the individual’s needs. At Vydehi Hospital, patients can consult the plastic surgery team to understand their options, the recommended approach, and whether the required procedure is covered under the applicable Silver Jubilee Government Tariff offering.
