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Brian Paul1, Garrison Leach2, Travis C Holcombe1,3
1Creighton University School of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ.
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Radiated chronic scalp wounds with exposed bone present a significant reconstructive challenge, particularly when prior attempts have failed or when further surgery is contraindicated due to patient comorbidities or preference. We retrospectively reviewed 10 patients (2014-2024) with radiated chronic scalp wounds with exposed bone who have either failed prior reconstruction, could not medically tolerate anesthesia, or declined surgery. Patients performed daily cleansing with soap and water followed by application of Aquaphor and Silvadene. Treatment duration ranged from 1 to 73 months (mean: 29.4 mo). The area of exposed bone decreased in 6 patients (60%), remained stable in 1 (10%), and increased in 3 (30%). Three of 7 patients with wound improvement (30%) achieved complete healing. Two of 3 patients with wound progression deceased of unrelated causes. To our knowledge, no major complications occurred. These findings support wound care as a safe, and often effective, treatment when larger reconstruction is not feasible.
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