Monthly Archives: November 2022

Skin tension lines

Problem-based Learning Issue: Different types of skin tension lines and which one to follow? I knew of 3 types before this. I cannot remember the names, except for Langer’s Lines. I will review and search and learn. What are the … Continue reading

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Do you need to close the platysma in thyroidectomy?

PBLI – Problem-based Learning Issue Issue: Do you need to close the platysma in thyroidectomy? While discussing with my surgical students on thyroidectomy technique (how I usually do it), I was challenged with this question or issue: should the platysma … Continue reading

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