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Scalp Reconstruction after Malignant Tumor Resection: An Analysis and Algorithm.

Denis Ehrl¹, Alexandra Brueggemann¹, P Niclas Broer²

¹Department of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Munich, Germany.

Journal of Neurological Surgery. Part B, Skull Base

|March 25, 2020

Summary

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Microvascular-based scalp reconstruction (MSR) is a reliable method for complex scalp defects after cancer surgery. Muscle flaps offer the best functional and aesthetic outcomes, with anterolateral thigh flaps suitable for central defects.

Keywords:

anterolateral thigh flap gracilis muscle flap latissimus dorsi muscle flap reconstruction scalp tumor resection

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Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Oncology
Microsurgery

Background:

Oncologic scalp tumor resections often create complex defects necessitating challenging reconstructions.
Evaluating microvascular-based scalp reconstructions (MSR) is crucial for oncologic patients.
Developing an algorithmic treatment approach for these reconstructions is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the outcomes of microvascular-based scalp reconstructions (MSR) in oncologic patients.
To propose a structured treatment algorithm for scalp reconstruction after oncologic tumor resection.

Main Methods:

A retrospective study of 38 patients undergoing 41 MSR procedures over 5 years.
Flap types included anterolateral thigh (ALT), gracilis muscle (GM), and latissimus dorsi muscle (LDM).
Reconstruction timing (concomitant or post-pathological confirmation) and flap selection based on defect size were analyzed.

Main Results:

Malignant skin disease involved calvarial infiltration in 26 patients and intracranial infiltration in 12.
LDM flaps were used for large defects (400-1250 cm²), while ALT and GM flaps were used for smaller defects (40-350 cm²).
Total flap loss occurred in 4 patients; minor donor site morbidity in 3. Overall, MSR demonstrated low risks and satisfactory results.

Conclusions:

Microsurgical reconstruction effectively addresses moderate-to-extensive scalp defects with low risks and good aesthetic outcomes.
Muscle flaps (GM and LDM) generally provide superior functional and aesthetic results.
ALT flaps are recommended for central defects or when a long vascular pedicle is required.