Skin Graft: Understanding the Procedure, Types, and Recovery
A skin graft is a medical procedure in which a section of healthy skin is transplanted from one area of the body to another. This technique is commonly used to treat extensive wounds, burns, or areas where the skin has been damaged due to infection, trauma, or surgery. By providing new skin coverage, skin grafts promote healing, reduce the risk of infection, and improve both functional and cosmetic outcomes for patients.
Types of Skin Grafts
Skin grafts are broadly classified into two categories: split-thickness and full-thickness grafts.
Split-Thickness Skin Graft (STSG): This involves taking the top layers of skin, including the epidermis and a portion of the dermis. STSGs are often used for large wounds, burns, or areas where extensive coverage is required. They are more likely to survive in less vascularized areas and tend to heal faster at the donor site.…