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Scalp flaps in the treatment of baldness. Long-term results
1Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery, University of Miami, Florida, USA.
Background:
Scalp flaps have been used as a treatment for male pattern baldness for many years.
Objective:
To assess the long-term results of these flaps.
Methods:
Twenty patients who underwent a total of 31 temporo-parieto-occipital and temporo-parietal flaps 10-20 years ago were reviewed.
Results:
Consistent maintaining of the initially obtained coverage and a low incidence of complications was demonstrated. Universally, the male pattern baldness progressed, requiring in some patients subsequent procedures.
Conclusions:
Scalp flaps, when performed properly with anticipation of further hair loss, are an effective treatment of male pattern baldness in the appropriately selected patient.