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Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Plastic Surgery: Cosmetic vs Reconstructive

Plastic surgery within the veterans affairs medical system: proposed modified indications for operative procedures. 06/24/09. Many plastic surgery procedures span the divide between aesthetic ("cosmetic") and reconstructive surgery. However, definitions and guidelines may be inconsistent, which may decrease patients' access to legitimate procedures. The article aims to assist Veterans' Health Administration-affiliated plastic surgeons in continuing to provide optimal care to the Nation's Veterans and family members, and should be regarded as an open discussion. Ann Plast Surg. via PubMed

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