After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:

• Describe what a composite tissue flap is.
• Broadly describe the different ways of categorizing flaps.
• Detail the main differences between a random pattern flap and axial pattern flap.
• Provide examples of flaps and their uses.
• Outline the post-operative management of flaps.

PDF Notes for Episode on Principles of Composite Tissue Flaps

After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:

• Differentiate the timing of repair for nerve injuries taking into account the acuity and mechanism of injury.
• Describe the investigations available to help diagnose a nerve injury.
• List the potential management options for a neuroma.
• Describe the basic principles of nerve grafting and reconstruction.
• Outline the recovery and expected outcomes of someone who has undergone a nerve repair.

PDF Notes for Episode on Nerve Repair and Grafting (Part 2)

After listening to this first episode, learners will be able to:

• Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of nerves.
• Describe what Wallerian degeneration is and provide the basics of peripheral nerve regeneration.
• Describe a basic approach to history taking after a peripheral nerve injury.
• Describe the classification of nerve injuries using the Seddon and Sunderland classifications.

PDF Notes for Episode on Nerve Repair and Grafting (Part 1).

After listening to this first episode, learners will be able to:

• Define what microsurgery is and provide examples of its applications.
• Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of blood vessels.
• Describe the initial approach to managing a laceration to the hand/wrist.
• List the basic tools and solutions you would find on the microsurgical field.
• Describe some of the basic principles of microvascular repair.

PDF Notes for Episode on Basics of Microsurgery