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The specialty of plastic and aesthetic surgery is very diverse and comprises four main areas, which are often referred to as the "four pillars" of plastic surgery.
In Switzerland alone, an estimated 100,000 cosmetic procedures are carried out every year in the field of aesthetic surgery. 50,000 of these are surgical procedures.
In addition, reconstructive surgery, hand surgery and burn surgery are important specialist areas of plastic surgery. We will briefly introduce you to the different areas below.
Cosmetic surgery
Aesthetic surgery
These are procedures that are not medically necessary but are requested by the patient to improve their aesthetic appearance.
Cosmetic surgery in Switzerland
Cosmetic or aesthetic surgery in Switzerland is a flourishing and highly specialized field that is characterized by high quality standards.
Here are the most important aspects of cosmetic surgery in Switzerland:
Growth: Demand has increased significantly in recent years, particularly during the pandemic, as it has worldwide.
Patient group: Around 85% of the clientele are women, but the proportion of male patients is steadily increasing and accounts for around one in five candidates.
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Hand surgery
This sub-specialty is an independent focus and deals with injuries, malformations and diseases of the hand and forearm.
interventions in this area:
- Replantation (reattachment) of severed limbs (fingers, hand).
- Treatment of nerve injuries
- Correction of congenital deformities of the hand.
- Treatment of conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome or Dupuytren's contracture.
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Burn surgery
Burn surgery specializes in the treatment of burn injuries.
- The aim is to restore the form and function of the skin and underlying tissue, often through complex skin grafts
- This area includes both the acute initial treatment of severely burned patients and the subsequent correction of scars and secondary conditions.
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Reconstructive surgery
This sub-area deals with the restoration of form and function of the body after congenital malformations, accidents (trauma), tumor removal or diseases.
These include, for example:
- Reconstruction of the breast, face or other body parts after cancer surgery.
- Treatment of complex wounds, such as those that occur after serious accidents or in the case of chronic wound healing disorders.
- Correction of malformations in children, such as cleft lip and palate or malformations of the ears.
- Reconstruction of nerves and vessels (microsurgery).
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