Skin Graft is a surgical procedure used to replace damaged, missing, or injured skin with healthy skin taken from another part of the body or from a donor source. It is commonly used in reconstructive surgery, burn treatment, trauma care, and certain chronic wound management cases. Skin grafting helps restore both the protective barrier and cosmetic appearance of the skin.
What is a Skin Graft?
A skin graft is a medical technique where healthy skin is removed from a “donor site” on the patient’s body and transplanted to a “recipient site” where skin loss has occurred. The procedure is essential when the body cannot heal large wounds naturally. Depending on the severity and location of the injury, doctors choose different types of grafts to ensure proper healing and functionality.
Types of Skin Grafts
There are primarily two main types of skin grafts: