The skin hook is a simple and practical instrument used in maxillofacial, plastic,
and dermatological surgery to minimise undesirable trauma to the skin. With the reduction
in injuries and gentler handling of skin, there will also be a decreased incidence
of wound infection and inflammation.
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References
- The versatile skin hook.Arch Dermatol. 1962; 86: 343-344
- Skin hook: The “free” surgical assistant.J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014; 71: e41-e42
- A new surgical instrument: nonsticking skin hook.Plast and Recon Surg. 1994; 9: 552-554
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Publication history
Published online: November 22, 2019
Accepted:
October 29,
2019
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© 2019 The British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
