Intermediate
Technical
IVT
graft loss
Failure of transplanted skin tissue to integrate and survive on the recipient site.
Full Definition
Graft loss occurs when transplanted skin tissue fails to establish adequate blood supply and dies, requiring surgical removal and potential regrafting. This complication can result from infection, hematoma formation, mechanical shearing, or inadequate wound bed preparation. Documentation of graft loss must include the percentage of graft affected, probable cause, and planned interventions, as this significantly impacts healing timeline and functional outcomes.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate when used as a compound adjective.
In Context
- "Complete graft loss occurred due to underlying infection at the recipient site." — Complication documentation
- "The patient experienced 30% graft loss requiring surgical revision." — Surgical follow-up note
Also known as
graft failure
graft necrosis
Contrasted with
graft take
graft survival
Don't confuse with
graft contraction
partial graft loss