Attaching the Thin Graft

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Loading the player... This video demonstrates the technique of attaching the thin epidermal graft.

The graft should be attached as per normal surgical unit protocol, taking
the following into account:

• Thin epidermal grafts are more fragile than conventional split thickness grafts
  
• The thinness of the graft makes orientation easy to confuse. (Curl under indicates correct
   orientation)
  
• Carefully smooth out the graft
  
• Saline can be used to float the graft into position
  
• Interstices should be larger than 2mm for meshed grafts. Sheet grafts will have no interstices.
  
• Secure by stapling edges and center as appropriate

 

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