Which type of skin graft involves the epidermis, dermis, and sometimes subcutaneous fat deeper than 1 mm?
a. Composite graft
b. Split-thickness graft
c. Full-thickness graft
d. End graft
ANS: C
Full-thickness skin grafts include the epidermis, dermis, and occasionally subcutaneous fat. They inhibit wound contraction better than split-thickness grafts and are usually used on the face, neck, hands, elbows, axillae, knees, and feet.
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