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| Citation | 8502 | 4519 |
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ROLE OF LEECH(JALAUKA) IN PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
*Dr. Poonam Rathore and Dr. Rajesh Gupta
Abstract The term plastic derived from the Greek word Plastikos means to mould or shape. Plastic surgery is a specialized branch of surgery involving the restoration, reconstruction or alteration of the human body. In Ayurveda the plastic operation of otoplasty and rhinoplasty are described in the 16th chapter of first book (Sutrasthan) of compendium. Now a days the microsurgery, has been improved by the use of leech. Leeches are used to enhance circulation of blood in the injured area after replantation surgery. Keywords: Plastic surgery, Sushruta, Leech, Microsurgery. [Full Text Article] [Download Certificate] |
