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Expanded free scalp flap

M Kakibuchi1, Y Asada, S Kobayashi

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Osaka University, Japan.

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|October 1, 1996
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Pre-transfer expansion of free scalp flaps enables direct donor site closure, eliminating the need for grafts. This technique was used for anterior scalp reconstruction with a posterior scalp free flap.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Microsurgery

Background:

  • Reconstruction of large scalp defects often requires complex techniques.
  • Free flap transfer is a common method for scalp reconstruction.
  • Donor site morbidity, such as the need for skin grafts, can be a significant concern.

Observation:

  • A large free scalp flap was expanded before transfer.
  • This expansion facilitated direct closure of the flap donor site.
  • The expanded flap was utilized for anterior scalp reconstruction.

Findings:

  • Pre-operative expansion of free scalp flaps allows for primary closure of the donor site.
  • This technique avoids the necessity of secondary procedures like skin grafting or local flaps for donor site closure.

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  • Successful anterior scalp reconstruction was achieved using an expanded posterior scalp free flap.

    • Implications:

    • This method simplifies the reconstructive process for scalp defects.
    • It potentially reduces patient morbidity and operative time.
    • Offers a valuable alternative for managing scalp donor site defects in reconstructive surgery.