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May 2004 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Composite flaps are better than muscle-only flaps for long-term skull coverage.
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May 2012 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Submental tissue is good for repairing mouth area skin with minimal scarring and good cosmetic results.
The conclusion is that closing scalp wounds is possible, but restoring hair without donor material is still a major challenge.
May 2004 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Muscle-only free flaps for skull coverage have more long-term complications than composite flaps.
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June 2019 in “Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery” The pedicled temporoparietal fascial flap is a reliable and versatile option for reconstructive surgery in the head and neck area.