Island scalp flap for superior forehead reconstruction |
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Authors: | G L Borah L R Chick |
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Affiliation: | Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester. |
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Abstract: | An island scalp fasciocutaneous flap, based on the posterior superficial temporal vessels, is described for single-stage reconstruction of full-thickness forehead and scalp defects. The hairline can be precisely determined and tailored to restore symmetry. By removing the hair-bearing dermis of the forehead portion of the flap and placing a full-thickness skin graft, aesthetic reconstitution of the forehead skin is achieved. This flap is especially useful when exposed calvarium limits other techniques. |
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