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Glossary Temporoparietal Occipital Flap

surgical technique transferring scalp tissue for reconstruction

The Temporoparietal Occipital Flap (TPO flap) is a surgical technique used in reconstructive surgery, particularly for scalp and hair restoration. It involves transferring a section of skin and underlying tissue from the temporoparietal and occipital regions of the scalp to another area that needs coverage or repair. This method is often employed to address extensive hair loss or to repair defects caused by trauma or surgery.

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Corrective Hair Restoration Techniques for Aesthetic Problems of Temporoparietal Flaps

research Corrective Hair Restoration Techniques for the Aesthetic Problems of Temperoparietal Flaps

6 citations , March 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This article describes techniques for correcting cosmetic deformities caused by older hair flap surgeries, restoring a more natural appearance.

research Corrective Hair Restoration Techniques for the Aesthetic Problems of Temperoparietal Flaps

March 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This article reports that a series of techniques can effectively improve cosmetic deformities caused by Juri and Elliott flap procedures, restoring patients to a more natural appearance.

Invited Discussion: Eyebrow Reconstruction With Intermediate Hair From the Hairline of the Forehead on the Pedicled Temporoparietal Fascial Flap

research Invited Discussion: Eyebrow Reconstruction With Intermediate Hair From the Hairline of the Forehead on the Pedicled Temporoparietal Fascial Flap

2 citations , September 2003 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery”

This paper discusses a method for eyebrow reconstruction using intermediate hair from the forehead hairline with a pedicled temporoparietal fascial flap and reports no new clinical results.

research Aesthetic Sideburn Reconstruction With an Expanded Reversed Temporoparieto-occipital Scalp Flap

9 citations , June 2014 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery”

The authors concluded that using an expanded temporoparieto-occipital scalp flap for sideburn reconstruction provides satisfactory hair direction and inconspicuous scars in both the donor and recipient areas, with few complications.

research The pedicled temporoparietal fascial flap

2 citations , June 2019 in “Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery”

This review discusses the pedicled temporoparietal fascial flap for head and neck reconstruction, detailing its anatomy, technique, complications, and sustained relevance despite newer microvascular methods; it reports no new clinical results.

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