07/04/2026
Microsurgery .Part 4 . Modern Microsurgery — Precision & Progress
In 1960, Jacobson and Suarez achieved a breakthrough by successfully joining tiny blood vessels using an operating microscope, after failing with the naked eye.
In 1966, Buncke advanced the field further by reattaching a rabbit ear, working on vessels as small as 1 mm, earning him the title “father of microsurgery.”
With advancements like better lighting, magnification, and precision controls, surgeons can now operate with incredible accuracy.
Today, microsurgery is highly reliable, with flap success rates above 98%.
👉 These innovations have made complex reconstructions safer, more precise, and life-changing for patients.