Reconstructive Surgery of the Scalp: Indications and Techniques

    November 2020 in “ Chirurgia
    Giovanna Spinzo, Edoardo Raposio
    TLDR Scalp reconstruction is complex and aims to restore function and appearance after damage.
    The document reviewed the challenges and techniques involved in reconstructive surgery of the scalp, particularly following tumor resection, trauma, alopecia, or irradiation. It highlighted the importance of the reconstructive ladder as a surgical guide for planning coverage, while emphasizing the need to consider the scalp's biomechanical properties and tensile behavior due to the galea aponeurotica. The review noted that scalp reconstruction served both functional and cosmetic purposes, with hair restoration being a secondary step to improve cosmetic appearance, adjust the anterior hairline, camouflage incision lines, or reconstruct eyebrows.
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