Burns & Trauma Reconstruction
Burns and traumatic injuries affect more than just the skin—they alter function, appearance, and confidence. At Avané Clinic in Nairobi, we provide advanced reconstructive surgery to help patients heal physically and emotionally after serious injury. Our focus is to restore both form and function, using surgical techniques that rebuild damaged tissue, minimize scarring, and support a return to normal life.
Whether you are recovering from burns, accidents, or past procedures, our team offers compassionate, world-class care tailored to your unique story.
Reconstructive surgery
Burn scars, contractures, traumatic soft tissue injuries
Skin grafts, flaps, scar revision, tissue expansion
General or local with sedation
Varies based on procedure
Restore function, reduce deformity, and improve appearance
Burns and trauma reconstruction is a category of reconstructive plastic surgery that focuses on repairing skin and soft tissue damaged by injury, heat, chemical exposure, or mechanical trauma. These procedures often require:
At Avané Clinic, we treat acute injuries as well as patients with longstanding scarring, contractures, or functional limitations due to old trauma or burns.
Treatment plans are highly personalized and may involve a single surgery or multiple staged procedures. Your care may include:
Most procedures are performed under general anesthesia, though small revisions may be done under local sedation. Surgical time and recovery vary depending on the size and complexity of the reconstruction.
Each case is unique. We approach every patient with medical precision and human compassion to deliver the best possible outcome. Our reconstructive team provides care for a wide range of conditions, including:
At Avané, we don’t just repair tissue—we support healing on every level. Reconstructive surgery can offer:
We welcome patients at any stage—from recent injury to long-term scarring.
You may be a candidate if:
Our post-op team includes physiotherapists, wound care specialists, and aesthetic providers to guide your healing and optimize results. Recovery timelines vary widely based on procedure type, injury severity, and area of the body. In general:
Some reconstructions are immediate, others evolve over time with multiple stages. We’ll walk with you through each one. Results depend on your goals and the type of procedure performed. Most patients experience:
Avané Clinic stands at the forefront of advanced reconstructive surgery in East Africa. Our seasoned surgical team combines international training with a multidisciplinary approach to ensure top-notch care. Each patient benefits from personalized treatment plans, expert microsurgical and flap reconstruction techniques, and comprehensive post-op options like laser and scar therapy. Experience confidential, respectful, and supportive care tailored just for you.
Some cases require immediate intervention; others are better treated after the initial healing phase. We’ll assess timing based on your specific needs.
Reconstructive surgery is medical in nature but often provides cosmetic benefits as well.
If medically necessary, some procedures may be covered. We’ll provide documentation for submission to your insurer.
Yes. Many patients seek reconstructive options months or years after injury. It’s never too late to restore form and function.
We treat hypertrophic, keloid, contracture, and discolored scars with surgery, laser, or a combination.
