The Evolution of Microsurgery

This chapter highlights five key landmark papers that sparked innovation, challenged the status quo, and helped shape the evolution of microsurgery. From the first successful thumb replantation and free flap cases to the introduction of supermicrosurgery, this chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the transformative journey of microsurgery and its potential for shaping the future of reconstructive practice. Finally, other references are cited to provide perspective and to put the five landmark papers into context, and future directions are discussed.