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Efficacy of secondary intention healing for scalp defects-Case series from a single institution
Sudipta Daly1, Zoran Gaspar1, David Francis1
1Dermatology Specialist Centre, Clayfield, Queensland, Australia.
Background/Objectives:
As surgical techniques evolve, there remains underutilisation of secondary intention healing as a valid reconstruction option. This is largely due to concerns regarding inferiority of wound cosmesis, increased downtime with wound healing and infection risk (Dermatol Surg. 2020; 46(12): 1492-97).
Methods:
We sought to look at the outcome of secondary intention healing in a cohort of patients seen at a private dermatology practice with small to medium sized scalp defects. All patients completed a satisfaction survey that further evaluated its feasibility.
Results:
Excellent cosmetic outcome was noted with secondary intention healing for small to medium scalp defects, specifically in patients with thinning scalps that allowed healing without patchy alopecia.
Conclusions:
Secondary intention healing should be considered as a reconstructive option for scalp defects, especially in the right patient cohort.
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