Snail Flap for Scalp Reconstruction: Technique and Outcomes

    January 2025 in “ Head & Neck ”
    Andrew M. Peterson, Nicholas A. Rapoport, Sarah N. Chiang … Jason T. Rich
    Studysummary In this report, researchers highlighted the snail flap as a highly reliable and minimally invasive reconstructive technique that preserves hair and requires minimal hospitalization, making it suitable for elderly or frail patients with moderate scalp defects.
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    1. Fibonacci Sequence 'Snail' Flap Versus Skin Grafts in Scalp Reconstruction: A Comparative Study European Journal of Plastic Surgery · 2021